# PLAYBULB vs LED Light Controller Remote +

The clearest difference is rating: LED Light Controller Remote + at 4.4 against PLAYBULB's 1.7. LED Light Controller Remote + also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 25) and update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). PLAYBULB's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LED Light Controller Remote + sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. PLAYBULB asks for nothing beyond the download.

LED Light Controller Remote + holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LED Light Controller Remote + has 3.4K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of PLAYBULB's written reviews are positive against 32% of LED Light Controller Remote +'s.

PLAYBULB ships an update monthly, LED Light Controller Remote + every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PLAYBULB | LED Light Controller Remote + |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playbulb/id733644808/reviews) | **[4.4 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-remote-plus/id6444078501/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 25 | **3.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 16.0% of reviews | **32.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MIPOW LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/665057836) | [Konrad Kiedrowicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811049785) |

## What reviewers say

### PLAYBULB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playbulb/id733644808)

Transform any light fitting into a Bluetooth speaker and control both music and lighting from your iPhone or iPod. Stream audio and adjust brightness, all from your smart device.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth speaker functionality, App-controlled lighting, Adjustable brightness, Audio streaming, Easy installation in standard light fittings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### LED Light Controller Remote +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-remote-plus/id6444078501)

Control your smart RGB lamps, strips, and bulbs with ease. Customize colors, saturation, and brightness for the perfect ambiance. Connects quickly via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

**Highlights:** Wide range of colors, Fast setup and connection, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, Color palette customization, Brightness and saturation control

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LED Special Offer | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Led Light Controller Month | $4.99 | per month |
| PRO Led Light Controller Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Widget Features | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Widget Features Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Light Controller Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| LED Light Controller Premium | $60.00 | per year |
| PRO Led Light Controller | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Dynamic colors
- 😊 Fun and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezing and crashing
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🔒 Privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening or loading
- Connectivity issues
- Subscription problems

**Requested features**

- More color options without subscription
- Improved connectivity and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PLAYBULB free?

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

### Is LED Light Controller Remote + free?

LED Light Controller Remote + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PLAYBULB or LED Light Controller Remote +?

LED Light Controller Remote + is rated higher. PLAYBULB averages 1.7 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while LED Light Controller Remote + averages 4.4 from 3.4K ratings.

### Do PLAYBULB or LED Light Controller Remote + have ads?

LED Light Controller Remote + shows ads; PLAYBULB does not.

### Which is updated more often, PLAYBULB or LED Light Controller Remote +?

PLAYBULB ships an update monthly, and LED Light Controller Remote + every 8 days. Most recently, PLAYBULB was updated on October 7, 2026 and LED Light Controller Remote + on October 14, 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.*