# HEMA SMART vs LED Light Controller Universal

The clearest difference is rating: LED Light Controller Universal at 4.6 against HEMA SMART's 3.3. LED Light Controller Universal also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 13 months) and ratings volume (9.7K vs 8). HEMA SMART's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and review sentiment (29% vs 20%). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LED Light Controller Universal sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. HEMA SMART asks for nothing beyond the download.

LED Light Controller Universal holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LED Light Controller Universal has 9.7K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 29% of HEMA SMART's written reviews are positive against 20% of LED Light Controller Universal's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

HEMA SMART ships an update every 13 months, LED Light Controller Universal every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HEMA SMART | LED Light Controller Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hema-smart/id1529531949/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-universal/id1664083251/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **9.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **28.6% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#202** |
| Size | 205 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Electro Cirkel Retail B.V](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461044589) | [Codenhagen.IO ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617641724) |

## What reviewers say

### HEMA SMART

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hema-smart/id1529531949)

Control your home appliances remotely with this app. Manage multiple devices simultaneously, set timers for automated functions, and easily share device access with family members. The app offers a simple connection process to get you started quickly.

**Highlights:** Remote appliance control, Simultaneous device management, Automated timer functions, Device sharing with family, Quick and easy device connection

**In-app purchases:** none


### LED Light Controller Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-universal/id1664083251)

**Currently charting:** #202 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control your RGB smart lights and strips universally via WiFi and Bluetooth. Adjust brightness, color temperature, and color with an intuitive interface. Create custom scenes or choose from pre-set options to set the perfect mood for any occasion.

**Highlights:** Universal RGB smart light control, WiFi & Bluetooth connectivity, Adjustable brightness, color temperature, and color, Pre-set and custom scene creation, Intuitive color wheel interface, Individual bulb selection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Led Light Controller Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Led Light Controller Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| LED Controller Premium | $11.49 | per month |
| Led Light Controller Premium | $12.99 | per year |
| Led Light Controller Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| LED Controller Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Great LED lights
- 💫 Convenient remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't connect to WiFi
- ⏳ Slow connection process
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with certain brands

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Lights disconnect randomly

**Requested features**

- Ability to connect music to lights
- More customization options (scenes, themes, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HEMA SMART free?

HEMA SMART is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LED Light Controller Universal free?

LED Light Controller Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HEMA SMART or LED Light Controller Universal?

LED Light Controller Universal is rated higher. HEMA SMART averages 3.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while LED Light Controller Universal averages 4.6 from 9.7K ratings.

### Do HEMA SMART or LED Light Controller Universal have ads?

Neither HEMA SMART nor LED Light Controller Universal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HEMA SMART or LED Light Controller Universal?

HEMA SMART ships an update every 13 months, and LED Light Controller Universal every 2 weeks. Most recently, HEMA SMART was updated on September 7, 2026 and LED Light Controller Universal on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*