Comparison

OrionLed V2 vs Reef Pilot

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

Head to head
About

OrionLed V2

Features
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OrionLed is a smart LED control app designed for lighting systems. Connect directly via Wi-Fi hotspot and take full control of your lighting setup with customizable colors, scheduling, and real-time synchronization. What’s New in This Version: Three-Mode System (Off / Auto / On) Switch seamlessly between Off, Auto, and new Always-On mode. The selected mode is stored in both the device and mobile memory for persistent behavior. Import / Export Settings Easily transfer your lighting configurationsβ€”including colors, schedules, slope time, and moreβ€”between devices via the app. Auto Backup All user settings are saved locally every 5 minutes to ensure consistency and data security, even if the app is closed or the phone restarts. Smart Wi-Fi Scanning & Device Discovery Only networks starting with β€œOrionLed” are automatically filtered and shown. Easily reconnect to previously used devices by model name. Device-Specific Channel Customization Channel names, number of sliders, and default colors now automatically adapt based on the connected device’s model. Dual Timer Support Define a second daily lighting schedule with soft transitions. Both timers work in harmony, with built-in conflict checks and fallback mechanisms. Improved Interface New icons, themes, and Wi-Fi status indicators make for a clean, intuitive experience across both dark and light modes.

About

Reef Pilot

Control your modern saltwater aquarium lighting directly from your smartphone. Adjust intensity, color channels, and schedules for optimal coral and fish conditions.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connection
  • Control StratonX aquarium light
  • Adjust lighting intensity
  • Manage color channels
  • Set time schedules
  • Intuitive smartphone control
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Reef Pilot App – our expertise for your reef. Control your Straton X conveniently from your smartphone. The new ATI Reef Pilot App for iOS guides you from initial setup to natural lighting for your aquarium. The right light from the start Based on your aquarium dimensions and the number of lights, the app recommends intensity and spectrum settings – for an easy start and lighting tailored to your corals. Keep track of light intensity at every depth Calculated PAR values show you the expected light intensity at different water depths, helping you choose suitable spots for your corals. The natural rhythm of your favourite reef Bring the lighting conditions of renowned reef locations into your aquarium, with a natural lunar cycle, changing moon phases and optional seasonal adjustments to day length. The moon simulation automatically synchronises with sunset in your aquarium.

Screenshots

OrionLed V23 screens
Reef Pilot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Reef Pilot at daily against OrionLed V2's every 4 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OrionLed V2 ships an update every 4 weeks, Reef Pilot daily. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
OrionLed V2 versus Reef Pilot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrionLed V2Reef Pilot
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksDaily β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size20 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInnolife Mekatronik Muhendislik ve Danismanlik San. Tic. Ltd. Sti.ATI Aquaristik GmbH

In-app purchases

None

OrionLed V2

No in-app purchases

None

Reef Pilot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OrionLed V2 free?
OrionLed V2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reef Pilot free?
Reef Pilot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OrionLed V2 or Reef Pilot have ads?
Neither OrionLed V2 nor Reef Pilot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OrionLed V2 or Reef Pilot?
OrionLed V2 ships an update every 4 weeks, and Reef Pilot daily. Most recently, OrionLed V2 was updated on October 30, 2026 and Reef Pilot on October 30, 2026.

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