# Magic Lights ES vs Strobe Light

The clearest difference is rating: Strobe Light at 4.4 against Magic Lights ES's 2.4. Strobe Light also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 26 months) and ratings volume (3.8K vs 73). Magic Lights ES's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Strobe Light sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Magic Lights ES asks for nothing beyond the download.

Strobe Light holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strobe Light has 3.8K ratings behind it against 73, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Magic Lights ES's written reviews are positive against 45% of Strobe Light's.

Magic Lights ES ships an update every 26 months, Strobe Light monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Lights ES | Strobe Light |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (73 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-lights-es/id370836315/reviews) | **[4.4 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strobe-light-flash-beats/id1457903998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 73 | **3.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 36.5% of reviews | **44.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 26 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [TLogic.de](https://appshunter.io/developer/327755338) | [Roman Kirihetov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457903997) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Lights ES

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-lights-es/id370836315)

Transform your device into a versatile light source. Enjoy dynamic disco effects, ambient lighting, and a functional flashlight. Customize colors and transitions for unique light shows.

**Highlights:** Flashlight functionality, Disco-style color effects, Soft ambient illumination, Customizable light shows, SOS light signal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for ambient light
- 👍 Works for parties/slumber parties
- 👍 Can program custom shows
- 👍 Handy SOS and Morse code
- 👍 Simple and effective

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Flashlight doesn't change color
- 👎 App crashes frequently
- 👎 Confusing to use
- 👎 Not bright enough
- 👎 Poor design

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on editing shows
- Crashes when trying to play shows
- App freezes on edit button
- App crashes before opening
- Stopped working after update

**Requested features**

- More options for light effects
- Update LED for colored spots
- Sleep timer
- Add patterns or gradients
- Improve brightness


### Strobe Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strobe-light-flash-beats/id1457903998)

Transform your phone into a dynamic party strobe light synchronized to music. Connect multiple devices for a synchronized light and sound experience. Create custom light shows or join public parties with live video streams and chat.

**Highlights:** Synchronized strobe lights, Screen and flashlight strobes, Personal music playlists, Public live video parties, Volume booster with synchronized sound, Microphone strobe, Tap-to-light custom shows

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $9.99 | per month |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Strobe Light PRO | $39.99 | per year |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $6.99 | one-time |
| FlashBeats Pro - Strobe Light | $26.99 | one-time |
| FlashBeats Pro | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative concept
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎉 Great for parties and events
- 🎵 Syncs well with music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to access full features
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches reported
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 💸 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to play songs
- Lights not syncing properly with music
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Requested features**

- Allow users to add their own music
- Improve sync between lights and music
- Introduce free version with limited features
- Provide better subscription management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Lights ES free?

Magic Lights ES is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Strobe Light free?

Strobe Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Magic Lights ES or Strobe Light?

Strobe Light is rated higher. Magic Lights ES averages 2.4 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while Strobe Light averages 4.4 from 3.8K ratings.

### Do Magic Lights ES or Strobe Light have ads?

Neither Magic Lights ES nor Strobe Light shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Magic Lights ES or Strobe Light?

Magic Lights ES ships an update every 26 months, and Strobe Light monthly. Most recently, Magic Lights ES was updated on October 14, 2026 and Strobe Light on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*