Comparison

WaveLinx vs WESTGATE NLS

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

Head to head
About

WaveLinx

Manage and configure wireless connected lighting systems. Create areas and zones, control lighting levels, and set up scene controls. This app supports both standalone and networked lighting control.

Highlights
  • Device management
  • Area configuration
  • Mobile-friendly design
  • Standalone and networked control
  • Scene control
  • Demand Response ready
Features
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Mobile app for commissioning all WaveLinx PRO wireless, WaveLinx Hybrid, and WaveLinx CORE systems. • Create and manage Buildings, Floors, Areas, Zones, and Scenes • Commission and Operate WaveLinx systems via WAC (standalone) or CORE (centralized) • Assign WaveLinx devices to areas and zones with Drag-and-Drop programming • Easily achieve code-compliance with our built-in settings and features • Occupancy grouping and configuration settings by area • Daylight zone configuration for each luminaire or daylight sensor • Supports multiple users as well as administrator and user roles for personal control • Mobile-friendly design fits all screen sizes The WaveLinx app makes configuring, managing, and commissioning WaveLinx lighting control systems simple and intuitive. With convenient wireless access, professionals can set up devices, adjust lighting settings, troubleshoot systems, and fine-tune performance — all from a mobile device. Visit our website to view our manuals and videos for more information and training.

About

WESTGATE NLS

This app simplifies the setup and management of commercial Bluetooth-Mesh lighting networks. It allows for automatic device discovery, scene creation, and energy consumption monitoring. Control permissions can also be shared with other users.

Highlights
  • Manage Bluetooth self-organizing network devices
  • Automatically search and name wireless devices
  • Group lights and set up scenes
  • Monitor electricity consumption and energy savings
  • Share control permissions
Features
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WESTGATE NLS is an essential tool for commissioning Bluetooth Mesh lighting networks in commercial spaces. With the WESTGATE NLS APP , you can: Manage Bluetooth self-organizing network devices Automatically search for wireless devices, name and group lights Set up scenes and timers for automated tasks Monitor electricity consumption and energy savings for each fixture with sensors Share control permissions with other devices effortlessly For more information about WESTGATE NLS and our commissioning process, visit https://westgatemfg.com.

Screenshots

WaveLinx4 screens
WESTGATE NLS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WESTGATE NLS at 5.0 against WaveLinx's 3.0. WaveLinx's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WESTGATE NLS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WaveLinx has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WaveLinx ships an update every 3 months, WESTGATE NLS every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
WaveLinx versus WESTGATE NLS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWaveLinxWESTGATE NLS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (11 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCooper LightingWestgate Mfg INC

In-app purchases

None

WaveLinx

No in-app purchases

None

WESTGATE NLS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WaveLinx free?
WaveLinx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WESTGATE NLS free?
WESTGATE NLS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WaveLinx or WESTGATE NLS?
WESTGATE NLS is rated higher. WaveLinx averages 3.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while WESTGATE NLS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do WaveLinx or WESTGATE NLS have ads?
Neither WaveLinx nor WESTGATE NLS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WaveLinx or WESTGATE NLS?
WaveLinx ships an update every 3 months, and WESTGATE NLS every 6 months. Most recently, WaveLinx was updated on October 24, 2026 and WESTGATE NLS on October 28, 2026.

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