Comparison

Light Box vs ThermoWorks

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

Head to head
About

Light Box

Transform your iPad into a versatile film illuminator viewer. Adjust brightness, lock rotation, and add grids or lines for precise viewing. A cost-effective alternative to dedicated lightboxes.

Highlights
  • Film negative/positive viewer
  • Adjustable brightness
  • Rotation lock
  • Grid and line overlays
  • iPad optimized
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Turn your iPad into negative / positive film illuminator viewer. Why pay 100 dollars for LightBox when you can turn your iPad into one with selectable styles. Desensitized white screen has a small settings button at the top right, where you can lock rotation, adjust brightness, or add a grid or lines. Simple and Smart. *Important notice: We shall not be responsible or liable for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of functions or the content of this application. By using this application you are deemed to agree to this condition.

About

ThermoWorks

This app allows users to monitor cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures using compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices. It offers enhanced graphing, alarm notifications, and cloud storage for session data, making temperature tracking precise and convenient for various professional and home use cases.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi device connectivity
  • Real-time temperature monitoring
  • Customizable temperature alarms with push notifications
  • Enhanced graphing and data logging
  • Cloud storage for session data and notes
  • Checklist function for safety protocols
Features
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ThermoWorks App: The Ultimate Temperature Tracking Companion Experience how nothing Works like ThermoWorks with ThermoWorks app, a powerful tool for monitoring cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures using compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connected devices. Main features an enhanced interface, simplified setup, improved graphing and checklist capabilities, and easy connection to the Cloud, ThermoWorks app makes temperature tracking a breeze. Stay Connected and In Control Set up temperature alarms with push notifications to stay informed. Whether you're a competitive BBQ enthusiast, a professional chef, a dedicated home cook, or a laboratory or warehouse worker, you'll know exactly when to make critical adjustments. All session data, including user notes and saved graphs, is stored in ThermoWorks Cloud for unlimited access and easy review whenever needed. The app also features a checklist function, ensuring that food businesses can meticulously follow safety protocols, making it an essential tool for maintaining high standards in any environment. Backed by Expertise You Can Trust ThermoWorks products are trusted by more competitive BBQ teams, celebrity chefs, and food professionals than any other brand. With decades of experience in temperature technology and support from our in-house accredited calibration laboratory, ThermoWorks is your go-to when precision matters. Compatible Instruments: RFX: Uses advanced radio frequency technology to connect RFX MEAT wireless meat probe and RFX GATEWAY, providing reliable, real-time temperature monitoring for ultimate control in any cooking environment. Signals: 4-channel BBQ alarm with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for versatile, remote temperature monitoring. Works seamlessly with Billows control fan for perfect pit control. BlueDOT: 1-channel BBQ alarm utilizing Bluetooth, allowing you to set high/low alarms, track min/max temperatures, and save data. Smoke Gateway: Connects the Smoke 2-channel BBQ alarm to Wi-Fi, sending data directly to ThermoWorks Cloud for remote monitoring and alerts. ThermaQ Blue: Measures dual thermocouple probes for professional-grade accuracy, ideal for competitive pitmasters and serious cooks. ThermaQ WiFi: Dual-channel monitoring over Wi-Fi, perfect for commercial kitchens and serious home cooks. ThermaData WiFi: Logs critical temperature data, stores up to 18,000 readings, and sends alerts for complete peace of mind. NODE: Monitor temperatures, humidity, and more 24/7 from anywhere with alerts sent directly to your device. App Requirements: Compatible device including Signals, BlueDOT, ThermaQ Blue, ThermaQ WiFi, ThermaData WiFi, NODE, Smoke, Smoke Gateway, RFX GATEWAY, or RFX MEAT. Requires a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network for initial device setup and internet connection for data synchronization

Screenshots

ThermoWorks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ThermoWorks at Free against Light Box's $0.99. ThermoWorks also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Light Box's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). On ads and in-app purchases 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

ThermoWorks is free to download; Light Box costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ThermoWorks holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ThermoWorks has 17K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Light Box's written reviews are positive against 65% of ThermoWorks's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Light Box ships an update every 3 months, ThermoWorks fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Light Box versus ThermoWorks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLight BoxThermoWorks
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (12 ratings)4.8 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.6% of reviews64.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1217K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB54 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSystemiko Inc.ThermoWorks, Inc

Customer experience

Light Box

All ratings11 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive47.6%
Neutral4.8%
Negative47.6%

ThermoWorks

All ratings17,430 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral1.4%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews280 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative24.3%

Bugs and requests

Light Box

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ThermoWorks

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Setup process can be confusing
  • Bluetooth connectivity problems
  • Delayed cloud data updates
  • Probe temperature discrepancies

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch app support
  • Ability to zoom in on graphs
  • More customization options
  • Improved data syncing between devices
  • Predictive cooking time estimates

In-app purchases

None

Light Box

No in-app purchases

None

ThermoWorks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Light Box free?
Light Box costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThermoWorks free?
ThermoWorks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Light Box or ThermoWorks?
ThermoWorks is rated higher. Light Box averages 4.1 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while ThermoWorks averages 4.8 from 17K ratings.
Do Light Box or ThermoWorks have ads?
Neither Light Box nor ThermoWorks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Light Box or ThermoWorks?
Light Box ships an update every 3 months, and ThermoWorks fortnightly. Most recently, Light Box was updated on November 1, 2026 and ThermoWorks on November 10, 2026.

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