LEDVANCE tapTronic vs CONTROLLED Lighting
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LEDVANCE tapTronic
This utility app enables quick configuration of LED drivers using NFC technology. It allows on-the-go installers to customize settings like current, dimming range, and lumen output directly from their phone without needing to power the driver.
- NFC driver connection
- Read and program drivers
- Customize current (mA)
- Adjust dimming range
- Configure soft start
- Set constant lumen output
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The LEDVANCE tapTronic APP allows users to easily connect via NFC technology to our series of tapTronic LED Drivers. APP is the only programming tool user needs; it can read and program a driver within seconds. Power to driver is not required during programming. By a simple tap, your phone and driver will communicate allowing customization of Current (mA), Dim % Range, Soft Start, End of Life, Dim to Off, Constant Lumen Output and more. This is a field-programmable tool, perfect for the on-the-go installer.
CONTROLLED Lighting
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Introducing the CONTROLLED Mobile App: Your All-in-One Lighting Solution The CONTROLLED mobile app seamlessly integrates a range of lighting applications to streamline the workflow for contractors, sales agents, and property managers. Leveraging Bluetooth mesh networking, CONTROLLED allows for effortless management of sensor-equipped light fixtures. With just one touch, you can wirelessly pair fixtures and controls, simplifying the setup process and eliminating the inconvenience of dimming cables. Features: Zoning Create and manage custom zones and groups to control up to 100 light fixtures simultaneously per zone. Define specific areas or groupings within your space to adjust lighting settings for these zones collectively. Each fixture can be a member of up to 20 distinct groups. Unlimited zones can be created with each zone having its own shareable QR code with commands and settings info assignable for administrative or user level. Scenes & Schedules Configure scenes and schedules to preset your desired lighting settings. Automate specific lighting environments tailored to various activities or times of day, ensuring that your space is always perfectly illuminated for any occasion. User can set up to 32 scenes for a single light fixture, whereas up to 127 scenes for a zone. User can set up to 32 schedules for a zone. Energy Savings Wirelessly program motion sensors and daylight harvesting functions for individual fixtures or entire groups. This efficient setup boosts energy and cost savings by ensuring that lighting is only activated when and where it is needed. Network Pairing Facilitate the grouping of wireless devices to work seamlessly together via a Bluetooth mesh network. Network Pairing ensures synchronized control and communication across all connected devices, enhancing overall system efficiency. Management Optimize the process of sharing admin and user access with quick and secure authorization. This feature allows you to efficiently assign roles and permissions, save configurations, and manage access rights. It simplifies the initial setup and ongoing reconfiguration of spaces, ensuring changes are implemented smoothly. Support: For Free unlimited tech-support, users can call (416)252-9454. System Requirements (iOS): Compatible with all iOS versions Bluetooth 4.2 or higher
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: CONTROLLED Lighting at 12.3 against LEDVANCE tapTronic's 14.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LEDVANCE tapTronic | CONTROLLED Lighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.3 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LEDVANCE LLC | RAB Design Lighting Inc |
In-app purchases
LEDVANCE tapTronic
No in-app purchases
CONTROLLED Lighting
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is LEDVANCE tapTronic free?
Is CONTROLLED Lighting free?
Do LEDVANCE tapTronic or CONTROLLED Lighting have ads?
Which is updated more often, LEDVANCE tapTronic or CONTROLLED Lighting?
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