Comparison

4K5 LightControl vs ScreenHue

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

Head to head
About

4K5 LightControl

Features
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The Light Control app improves efficiency, flexibility and convenience when working on site. It allows 4K5 work lights to be controlled from a smart phone over a wireless connection. The output of the light can be dimmed in five levels from 20 % to 100 % for optimum and quick adjustment to the actual situation and task. In addition to the display in per cent, the set light level is easy to identify from an easy-to-read graphic. Four work lights can be connected to the app at the same time. It is also possible to operate a work light from two smart phones with synchronised operating status. For work lights running from a battery, information on the charge is provided by a colour and per cent display. The power consumption can be effectively reduced by adjusting the light output to suit requirements as only as much electricity is consumed as is required to complete the task. The work lights can be quickly switched off remotely when leaving the site.

About

ScreenHue

Transform your screen into a customizable light source. Select any hue and brightness, save favorites, and easily switch colors. Ideal for photographers, artists, or creating ambient lighting.

Highlights
  • Select any hue and brightness
  • Save favorite light colors
  • Swipe to switch colors
  • Use as night light or softbox
  • Adjust screen brightness manually
Features
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Turn your screen into a colorful light source with ScreenHue - the perfect tool for photographers, artists, or anyone who needs a quick and simple way to add light, color, or mood to their environment. - Choose any hue and brightness - Save your favorite light colors - Swipe to switch colors easily - Use it as a night light or softbox - Adjust screen brightness manually Whether you’re setting up a photo shoot, sketching your next masterpiece, or just need a calming light by your bed - ScreenHue makes it easy. No ads. No distractions. Just light, your way.

Screenshots

4K5 LightControl2 screens
ScreenHue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ScreenHue at every 6 weeks against 4K5 LightControl's every 20 months. 4K5 LightControl's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

4K5 LightControl ships an update every 20 months, ScreenHue every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
4K5 LightControl versus ScreenHue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter4K5 LightControlScreenHue
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsEvery 6 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUMAREX GmbH & Co. KGArsenii Kornienko

In-app purchases

None

4K5 LightControl

No in-app purchases

None

ScreenHue

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 4K5 LightControl free?
4K5 LightControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ScreenHue free?
ScreenHue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 4K5 LightControl or ScreenHue have ads?
Neither 4K5 LightControl nor ScreenHue shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 4K5 LightControl or ScreenHue?
4K5 LightControl ships an update every 20 months, and ScreenHue every 6 weeks. Most recently, 4K5 LightControl was updated on September 29, 2026 and ScreenHue on October 16, 2026.

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