FancyLight BLE vs SoftScreen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
FancyLight BLE
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FancyLight app will connect your iOS device with FancyLight controller via bluetooth connectivity. When connected, you are able to set the effects of the LED sticks. This app is used for connecting with Bluetooth LE (4.0 or above) devices. By clicking on the Bluetooth icon at the bottom of the main screen, you can see the list of all available bluetooth devices surrounding your iOS device. Make sure that the Bluetooth functionalityof your device is turning ON. Select the device (the FancyLight controller, named FancyLight) you want to connect. Now you are able to connect and control your LED sticks which are plugging in your controller. Enjoy the lightshow!
SoftScreen
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SoftScreen makes screen time easier on your eyes. Choose from comfort filters that reduce blue light, soften harsh contrast, and lower color saturation on any YouTube video. Whether it's bedtime, a long car ride, or just everyday watching, SoftScreen helps reduce visual overstimulation. Built with families in mind: Lock mode prevents accidental taps, skipping, or filter changes while watching. No ads, no tracking โ your data stays on your device. Premium unlocks 17 additional filters tuned for every moment โ from focused, reading, to retro, film grain and even calming bubbles. Studies show that blue light and high-contrast screens can affect sleep, mood, and attention. SoftScreen is a simple tool to help โ one tap, and the screen gets softer. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.softscreenapp.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FancyLight BLE at none against SoftScreen's 2. FancyLight BLE also leads on update cadence (daily vs monthly) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SoftScreen sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. FancyLight BLE asks for nothing beyond the download.
FancyLight BLE ships an update daily, SoftScreen monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FancyLight BLE | SoftScreen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily โ better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 โ better | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Anh Nguyen Duc | Litehatch Labs Inc. |
In-app purchases
FancyLight BLE
No in-app purchases
SoftScreen
- SoftScreen Premium$2.991 Month
- SoftScreen Premium$14.991 Year









