ReefstarLED vs Ximutek
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ReefstarLED
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App is designed for Reefstar LED aquarium lights, comes with the exciting features as bellow: -Manual mode, quick set the intensity for each channel 0~100% -My program mode: Pre-set modes (SPS, LPS, SPS/LPS Burst alga and Moonlight) and My Program mode -4 Channels, 8 time-points settable, light intensity gradually goes up or down -Cloud Set & Flash Set, 3 time points available, -Sync display with the smart Wi-Fi Box -Applying to the daisy-chain system for multi Reefstar LED lights Supporting the following models from Reefstar LED: Reefstar LED S80pro
Ximutek
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1.Bluetooth/WiFi-Controlled Aquarium Light: The light supports adjustable colors including deep blue, blue, light blue, ice blue, purple, light purple, white, red, green, and more. 2.QR Code Functionality in App: The app can generate, scan, and recognize QR codes. These codes save lighting settings, enabling users to easily share configurations. 3.Time Synchronization: The app allows time calibration for the light to ensure accurate sunrise/sunset simulations and scheduled controls. 4.Grouping and Naming: Lights can be added to customizable groups via Bluetooth/WiFi. Groups and individual lights can be renamed. Users can control a single light or synchronize multiple lights within a group. 5.Color Adjustment and Quick Controls: Fine-tune colors via RGB sliders. Features a one-touch "All On/All Off" function for quick control. 6.Predefined Lighting Modes: Includes multiple preset lighting configurations (e.g., "Coral Boost," "Moonlight") for instant activation. 7.Scheduled On/Off Timers: Set daily timers to automate light activation and deactivation. 8.Customizable Sunrise/Sunset Simulation: Simulate natural sunlight transitions by defining time periods and corresponding colors. Users can create custom profiles or use preset options. 9.Key Highlights: Multi-Light Group Control: Flexibly group lights for synchronized operation, ideal for large-scale setups (e.g., aquaculture facilities). Sunrise/Sunset Automation: Streamlined light scheduling mimics natural daylight cycles for enhanced aquatic environments.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ReefstarLED at every 4 days against Ximutek's every 4 months. ReefstarLED also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ReefstarLED ships an update every 4 days, Ximutek every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ReefstarLED | Ximutek |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 良 林 | 培 苏 |
In-app purchases
ReefstarLED
No in-app purchases
Ximutek
No in-app purchases









