Comparison

Readlight vs Trades Node

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Readlight

Transform your phone into an eye-friendly reading lamp. Enjoy a customizable, soft glow that reduces eye strain and aids relaxation, perfect for reading in bed without disturbing others. Features include a smart sleep timer and always-on display.

Highlights
  • Screen as a reading lamp
  • Eye care and blue light filter
  • Smart sleep timer
  • Adjustable brightness
  • Always-on display
Features
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Love reading in bed but hate straining your eyes or waking your partner? Readlight turns your phone into the perfect, eye-friendly book lamp. Instead of a harsh screen glare, Readlight emits a soft, customizable glow that reduces eye fatigue and helps you relax before sleep. No ads, no subscriptions, just uninterrupted reading. WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT: - Screen as a Reading Lamp: Emits an even, soothing light. - Eye Care and Blue Light Filter: Choose warm or cool tints to protect your vision. - Smart Sleep Timer: Automatically turns off to save battery if you fall asleep. - Fully Adjustable: Precision brightness control for any dark room. - Always-On Display: Your light won't turn off while you are immersed in your book. - Bookmarks with Page Photos: Save the book, the page and a short note, or snap a photo of the page where you stopped. - Quick Access: Long press the app icon to start a 30 minute timer or open your bookmarks. Ask Siri to start your reading timer and add Readlight to Control Center (iOS 18 or later). PERFECT SCENARIOS: - Reading novels in bed without disturbing others - A soft nightlight for nursing a baby - Studying late in a shared dorm room - A subtle lantern for camping in a tent - Relaxing on red-eye flights Download Readlight today and discover the most comfortable way to read in the dark.

About

Trades Node

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Trades Node is a home services app that connects homeowners with local tradespeople and service providers. It serves as a platform where users can find and hire professionals for tasks such as plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and more. For homeowners, it offers convenience by providing multiple quotes and options, making it easier to find the right professional for the job. The app simplifies the process of finding home services by offering a streamlined and accessible way to connect with local trades. Want to find a local trade without making a post? Simply search by your suburb to find the right professional for your job. Compare reviews, photos, experiences, past jobs, and more—all within the platform. Looking to get quotes with no obligation? Just post a job with our simple, one-step process, and we'll notify local tradespeople for you. Our mission is to simplify the process of hiring tradespeople, ensuring a fair and trustworthy experience for both customers and service providers, with the same transparency as in-person interactions. We're here to help you connect with your local experts.

Screenshots

Readlight4 screens
Trades Node4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Trades Node at none against Readlight's 8. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Readlight sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Trades Node asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Readlight versus Trades Node: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReadlightTrades Node
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (349 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings349 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB3 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEmre BalliTrades Node

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Readlight

Subscriptions4
  • Water$1.991 Month
  • Coffee$3.991 Month
  • Tea$6.991 Month
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  • Teapot$19.991 Month
One-time4
  • Water$1.99
  • Coffee$3.99
  • Uncle Iroh's Tea$6.99
Show 1 more
  • Teapot$19.99
None

Trades Node

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Readlight free?
Readlight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Trades Node free?
Trades Node is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Readlight or Trades Node have ads?
Neither Readlight nor Trades Node shows ads.

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