# POPLIGHT vs PawsPik

The clearest difference is rating: PawsPik at 3.2 against POPLIGHT's 1.6. PawsPik also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 8%). POPLIGHT's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (150 vs 25). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

PawsPik holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: POPLIGHT has 150 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of POPLIGHT's written reviews are positive against 44% of PawsPik's.

POPLIGHT ships an update monthly, PawsPik every 9 months. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | POPLIGHT | PawsPik |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.6 (150 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poplight/id6484317705/reviews) | **[3.2 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawspik/id6742023888/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **150** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 7.8% of reviews | **44.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 27 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Poplight LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1740591008) | [America Leader Electric Appliance, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796385797) |

## What reviewers say

### POPLIGHT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poplight/id6484317705)

This app provides a convenient and affordable way to achieve the look of wall lighting without the complexities of traditional installation. It's ideal for renters concerned about damage and homeowners seeking a simpler, less expensive alternative.

**Highlights:** Easy installation, No mess or expense, Removable for renters, Cost-effective for homeowners, Protects security deposits

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Cute lights concept
- 👍 Easy setup
- ✅ App works sometimes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is buggy and unreliable
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Lights turn off unexpectedly
- 🐛 App is not intuitive
- 🐛 Controls are not easily accessible

**Reported bugs**

- Lights not turning on/off
- App losing connection frequently
- Lights turning off by themselves
- Timer not working
- Grouping lights not working correctly

**Requested features**

- Apple HomeKit integration
- Widget for quick control
- Remote control accessory
- Darker light temperature option
- Improved timer functionality


### PawsPik

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawspik/id6742023888)

Manage your pet's feeding and hydration remotely with this app. It allows you to set custom schedules, monitor food and water levels, and receive important alerts for your pet's well-being.

**Highlights:** Control feeding schedules, Monitor food levels, Monitor water levels, Receive alerts, Manage smart pet devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is POPLIGHT free?

POPLIGHT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PawsPik free?

PawsPik is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, POPLIGHT or PawsPik?

PawsPik is rated higher. POPLIGHT averages 1.6 out of 5 from 150 ratings, while PawsPik averages 3.2 from 25 ratings.

### Do POPLIGHT or PawsPik have ads?

Neither POPLIGHT nor PawsPik shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, POPLIGHT or PawsPik?

POPLIGHT ships an update monthly, and PawsPik every 9 months. Most recently, POPLIGHT was updated on November 4, 2026 and PawsPik on November 4, 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.*
