Lightcert vs LightUp Crowd
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lightcert
Transform live events into interactive spectacles. Select your show and section, then use your phone's screen to create a synchronized light show with other audience members. Record your experience and become part of the performance.
- Connect to show and section
- Synchronized audience lighting
- Front camera recording
- Interactive concert experience
- Stadium light show creation
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Lightcert is a live entertainment app that combines tech and art to bring fans together. Lightcert transforms the audience into part of the show itself, creating an interactive experience like no other. Select your show and section, record, and light up the stadium! * Connect Choose your stadium and section using the sliders. Other audience members will do the same. * Record Choose the song currently being performed. This will launch front camera recording. * Light While recording, hold up your phone and use the phone’s screen to light up the concert! Everyone in your section will have the same color, but different sections may have a different color.
LightUp Crowd
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Create Breathtaking Light Shows with Crowds LightUp Crowd transforms ordinary gatherings into extraordinary visual experiences by synchronizing smartphone flashlights/colors across multiple devices. Whether you're at a concert, sporting event, festival, or school gathering, LightUp Crowd creates mesmerizing light patterns that unite everyone in a shared moment of wonder. How It Works: Simply open the app and join a show using a unique code Your phone's flashlight becomes part of the synchronized light performance No special equipment needed - just your smartphone Minimal battery usage with optimized power management Works even in areas with limited connectivity Perfect For: Concerts and music festivals Sporting events and rallies School spirit events and graduations Corporate team-building activities Flash mobs and social gatherings Parties and celebrations Key Features: Real-time synchronization across all connected devices Multiple light patterns and effects to choose from Custom pattern creator for event organizers Countdown timer to coordinate start times Low-latency technology for perfect timing Works offline through local network connections Battery-saving mode for extended events Create Your Own Show: Event organizers can design custom light patterns through our intuitive pattern editor. Set timings, colors (for compatible devices), and effects to match your music or event theme. Join the LightUp Crowd Community: Discover nearby public shows or create private events for your friends and followers. Share your experiences and see amazing videos from LightUp Crowd events around the world. Download LightUp Crowd today and be part of something brilliant! Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life. LightUp Crowd has been optimized to use minimal power while delivering maximum impact.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LightUp Crowd at every 3 days against Lightcert's every 2 months. LightUp Crowd also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Lightcert ships an update every 2 months, LightUp Crowd every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on August 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lightcert | LightUp Crowd |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (130 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 130 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MACHIKO LLC | Yair Palti |
In-app purchases
Lightcert
No in-app purchases
LightUp Crowd
No in-app purchases









