Comparison

Magic Byte vs LotusCloud

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Magic Byte

Features
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This is an APP that uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) of the phone to control the smart light. You can use this app to adjust display mode, the color and brightness of the lights. It is very easy to use, no need code pairing or other more setting, just install it and play it.

About

LotusCloud

This lighting control software connects to various lighting devices, automatically recognizing them and downloading the appropriate control panel from the cloud. It offers intelligent configuration, cloud-based customizable panels, and broad compatibility for home, business, and entertainment lighting needs.

Highlights
  • Intelligent device recognition
  • Automatic control panel download
  • Cloud-based customizable panels
  • Remote panel updates
  • Multi-device compatibility
  • Full scene lighting coverage
Features
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LotusCloud APP is a lighting control software that supports cloud panels, subverting traditional lighting controllers and supporting multiple lighting devices. After connecting devices, it automatically recognizes the corresponding control panel and downloads it from the cloud. [Core Function] Intelligent recognition, one click configuration: Simply connect the lighting device, and the app will automatically recognize the model and match the best control solution, without the need for complicated settings, ready to use. Cloud panel, infinite possibilities: All control panels are stored in the cloud and support remote updates and personalized customization, ensuring that your lighting control always maintains the latest and coolest interactive experience. Multi device compatibility, full scene coverage: Whether it's smart LED light strips, RGB bulbs, stage lighting, or home lighting, the LotusCloud app can perfectly adapt to meet the needs of various scenarios such as home, business, and entertainment.

Screenshots

Magic Byte4 screens
LotusCloud4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Magic Byte at every 2 weeks against LotusCloud's every 2 months. Magic Byte also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic Byte ships an update every 2 weeks, LotusCloud every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Magic Byte versus LotusCloud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic ByteLotusCloud
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJM Zengge Co., Ltdshenzhen ELK Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Magic Byte

No in-app purchases

None

LotusCloud

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Magic Byte free?
Magic Byte is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LotusCloud free?
LotusCloud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Magic Byte or LotusCloud have ads?
Neither Magic Byte nor LotusCloud shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Magic Byte or LotusCloud?
Magic Byte ships an update every 2 weeks, and LotusCloud every 2 months. Most recently, Magic Byte was updated on October 7, 2026 and LotusCloud on October 8, 2026.

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