LightSpectrum Pro vs TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LightSpectrum Pro
Measure light source color temperature and spectrum accurately without expensive equipment. View the color spectrum from 360nm to 800nm, and analyze the white point on the CIE 1931 diagram. Overlay filtered wavelengths on camera images to see frequency reflections and intensity.
- Color temperature measurement
- Color spectrum analysis (360nm-800nm)
- CIE 1931 white point display
- Wavelength filtering and overlay
- High accuracy compared to professional devices
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With LightSpectrumPro EVO you can measure the color temperature of a light source without having to spend hundreds of dollars on professional devices. LightSpectrumPro EVO has an error of 2 - 8% compared to existing professional products on the market. in addition to the color temperature measurement in Kelvin, LightSpectrumPro EVO allows you to view the color spectrum of the light being examined with a band ranging from 360nm to 800nm. in addition to the spectrum it is possible to display the position of the white point on the CIE 1931 diagram and to apply a filter for wavelengths to display in overlay on the image captured by the cameras which elements reflect a specific frequency and with what intensity.
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT
This utility app allows simultaneous remote control of up to five compatible recording devices. Users can monitor device status, view real-time waveforms, and assign custom names and colors for easy identification. It also facilitates the recording of metadata directly into audio files.
- Simultaneous remote control of up to five units
- Real-time waveform monitoring
- Device status checking
- Customizable device names and colors
- Metadata recording (BEXT, iXML)
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The TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT is an app that provides remote control up to five units simultaneously. This app enables to check device status and view the recorded waveforms real time for operation confirmation. Names and colors can be applied to individual devices for easy identification. Also, Metadata (project name, scene name, take number) can be recorded in the recording file (BEXT, iXML). ※The AK-BT1/2 Bluetooth adapter (separately sold) is needed to be able to control the unit via the TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT app. For more information on how to connect AK-BT1/2 or how to use TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT, please refer to the instruction manual. ※This app does not support monitoring of the main unit’s input sound. To monitor this, please use the headphones output. Please carefully read the license agreement below before using this application. http://tascam.jp/content/downloads/products/862/license_e_app_license.pdf
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT at Free against LightSpectrum Pro's $1.99. LightSpectrum Pro's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 2.0) and review sentiment (28% vs 0%). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT is free to download; LightSpectrum Pro costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LightSpectrum Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LightSpectrum Pro has 39 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of LightSpectrum Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LightSpectrum Pro | TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.1 (39 ratings) — better | 2.0 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 28.5% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #109 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 88 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AM PowerSoftware | TEAC CORP. |
Customer experience
LightSpectrum Pro
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT
Bugs and requests
LightSpectrum Pro
Reported bugs
11 issues- App crashes on startup or during use
- Camera feed not accessible or showing red X icon
- Screen blinking/flashing on first launch
- UI elements cut off on larger screens
- Buttons unresponsive or sticky
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- App freezes and cannot be exited
- Black screen on launch
- Inconsistent readings that change rapidly
- App stuck on opening screen
- Camera focus issues on iPhone X and newer models
- Incompatibility with iOS 5, 6, and newer iPhone models
Requested features
11 requests- Spot metering with crosshairs or target reticle
- Direct DUV (Delta uv) display calculation
- Flicker detection for light sources
- Calibration function for improved accuracy
- Support for fluorescent light preset adjustments
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- Tap-to-focus camera control
- Landscape orientation support
- Ability to disable tutorial tips
- Screenshot capability in landscape mode
- Better documentation and user guide
- Device compatibility information in app store listing
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
LightSpectrum Pro
No in-app purchases
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT
No in-app purchases
Questions
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