Shadow Caster Lighting vs CommLight
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shadow Caster Lighting
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Controlling your boat Lighting just got even better! Control all of the lights on your boat with the Shadow-Caster lighting controller and IOS device. Unlike most boat lighting brands, Shadow-Caster has an innovative approach to marine LED lighting. The Shadow-Caster app gives you complete control over your underwater, above water, and accent lighting. This app is compatible with the Light Commander PLUS V2, which connects to your phone with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. This app allows you to: -Change the colors of each light on your boat -Adjust the brightness -Sync your music with the lights on your boat -Group the settings to create a scene for future use
CommLight
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Brighten up your life with Shakespeare’ COMM LIGHT APP! Seamlessly connect and manage your light up antenna via Bluetooth. Whether you want to set the perfect mood for an evening trip, create a vibrant atmosphere for a party, or simply adjust the brightness for a cozy evening on your boat, our app gives you full control at your fingertips. Enjoy customizable presets, intuitive controls, and a user-friendly interface designed for effortless lighting management. Transform your boat with just a tap and experience the ultimate experience in modern lighting on your boat. Download now and illuminate your world!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CommLight at every 2 weeks against Shadow Caster Lighting's every 2 months. CommLight also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
Shadow Caster Lighting ships an update every 2 months, CommLight every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shadow Caster Lighting | CommLight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shadow-caster Led Lighting LLC | SHAKESPEARE MONOFILAMENT UK LIMITED |
In-app purchases
Shadow Caster Lighting
No in-app purchases
CommLight
No in-app purchases
Questions
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