ProGLOW vs XKmax
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ProGLOW
Control and customize motorcycle LED lighting systems with millions of color combinations and animation modes. Features include independent zone control, music syncing, and safety functions like brake alerts and battery monitoring.
- Millions of color combinations
- 3 independent controlled zones
- Customizable animation modes
- Music syncing
- Brake alert feature
- Battery monitor
- Wireless Bluetooth connection
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ProGLOW® app connects to the Custom Dynamics® ProGLOW® or Magical Wizards™ motorcycle LED lighting system to customize and control your color changing lights. Easy to navigate interface allows for up to three zones to be controlled and customized independently with programmed solid color or color changing animation modes. Unlimited color combinations can be selected using the color wheel or color-match technology with camera access while easy to use sliders let you fine-tune the brightness and speed of each movement. ProGLOW® can also be synced with music for a complete audiovisual experience. Optional brake alert function can be enabled for increased safety while riding. While added battery monitor, timer and security features give you control of your lights when out of sight. Functions: Millions of vivid colors & color combinations. 3 independent controlled zones for maximum coverage (front, mid, rear). Solid color or color-changing modes. Customizable animation modes: Ride – solid color combinations Range – variable blinking combinations with sharp transitions Wave – steady blinking combinations with smooth transitions Chill – breathe effect as illumination dims and brightens Strobe – attention grabbing strobe patterns Custom – personalize any combination of animation and custom color sequences Chase animation with LEDs progressively illuminating in selected direction with preset themes including Flame, Patriot, Meteor, Tropics & Custom (available for ProGLOW® lighting system only). Control brightness and speed of animation modes and chase themes with easy to use sliders. Photo color referencing through phone’s camera with Live or Static color capture. Music syncing capability through device music library or microphone with solid color or color changing modes. Features: Wireless Bluetooth connection to iOS device. Line of sight control range of 49 feet. Optional brake alert feature turns all accent light strips to solid red when braking to increase safety. Zone 1 override for DOT compliance of optional ProGLOW® headlamp and passing lamps. Timer settings can be programmed to power on, power off or power a custom action at a preferred time. Battery saver allows for voltage monitoring and auto shut-off to prevent low battery. Device security limits controller pairing to one device at a time. Compatible with Magical Wizard™ 12V or ProGLOW® 5V controller & lighting system.
XKmax
Transform your vehicle with advanced addressable RGBW LED lighting. Customize colors, create chasing effects, and sync lights to music or vehicle speed. Control your lighting with programmable sensors and a remote fob.
- Addressable LED chasing effects
- RGBW and RGB color channels
- Music and vehicle speed sync
- Programmable sensor control
- RF remote fob operation
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Revolutionize your automotive experience with XKmax, our ultimate 3rd gen app with RGBW addressable technology. XKmax connects seamlessly to a Bluetooth controller, transforming your vehicle into a dazzling display of customizable LED lighting. Key Features: -Addressable LED Technology: Witness the mesmerizing chasing effect as XKmax takes control of your lights. -RGBW Brilliance: Illuminate your ride with red, green, blue, and dedicated white channels. Plus, enjoy compatibility with RGB lighting for endless color possibilities. -Sync to Music: Let your vehicle dance to the beat! XKmax syncs light movement and colors to your favorite tunes, turning every drive into a music-infused spectacle. Light can also sync to vehicle acceleration and speed. - Programmable Sensor and Remote: Take control with 3 programmable sensor wires and an 4-key RF remote fob, allowing you to tailor your lighting experience to perfection. Upgrade your ride, stand out from the crowd – download XKmax now and redefine automotive lighting excellence!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: XKmax at 100% against ProGLOW's 0%. XKmax also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2). ProGLOW's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.
XKmax holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ProGLOW's written reviews are positive against 100% of XKmax's.
ProGLOW ships an update fortnightly, XKmax every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ProGLOW | XKmax |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (9 ratings) | 4.8 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 蒙 王 | XKGLOW LLC |
Customer experience
ProGLOW
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In-app purchases
ProGLOW
No in-app purchases
XKmax
No in-app purchases









