# OnSwitch for Philips Hue vs Led Light Controller LedRemote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OnSwitch for Philips Hue at 57% against Led Light Controller LedRemote's 7%. OnSwitch for Philips Hue also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.9) and monetization model (freemium vs subscription). Led Light Controller LedRemote's advantage is chart position (#140 vs unranked) and ratings volume (60K vs 9.6K). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OnSwitch for Philips Hue sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Led Light Controller LedRemote sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OnSwitch for Philips Hue holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Led Light Controller LedRemote has 60K ratings behind it against 9.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of OnSwitch for Philips Hue's written reviews are positive against 7% of Led Light Controller LedRemote's.

OnSwitch for Philips Hue ships an update every 3 weeks, Led Light Controller LedRemote every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | OnSwitch for Philips Hue | Led Light Controller LedRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onswitch-for-philips-hue/id853520339/reviews)** | [3.9 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-ledremote/id1587679090/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9.6K | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | **57.3% of reviews** | 7.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#140** |
| Size | 88 MB | 244 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Buzzhaus, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1162934164) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### OnSwitch for Philips Hue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onswitch-for-philips-hue/id853520339)

Enhance your smart lighting with dynamic scenes and effects. Create immersive experiences for holidays, parties, and relaxation with a user-friendly interface. Features include sunrise alarms, sunset timers, and creative color controls.

**Highlights:** Animated light scenes for holidays and parties, Live game-sync events for sports, Sunrise alarm and sunset sleep timer, Creative color control and discovery, Manage and control light groups, Hero lighting with cinematic flair

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OnSwitch Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| OnSwitch Premium | $35.99 | per year |
| Embers | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fireplace | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lightning | $1.99 | one-time |
| Aurora | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nature Album | $4.99 | one-time |
| Science Fiction Album | $5.99 | one-time |
| Fireworks Album | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Simply the best
- 🚀 Fantastic app
- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Awesome app
- 👍 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription to control my lights
- 🔒 No One-Time Purchase Option
- 🐛 Doesn't work with LifX
- 🐛 Disconnects from the hue bridge
- 🐛 Unable to open after recent update

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch after update
- Connectivity issues
- Lights not responding correctly
- Scenes not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add support for LIFX bulbs
- Allow customization of light groups
- Add background mode/automation
- Add Siri/HomeKit integration
- Improve interface and organization


### Led Light Controller LedRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-controller-ledremote/id1587679090)

**Currently charting:** #140 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control a wide range of smart LED lights from various brands with this universal remote. Automate lighting, sync with music and themes, and enhance your smart home experience. Supports Matter and HomeKit for secure and fast connections.

**Highlights:** Universal LED light control, Smart home lighting automation, Music and theme synchronization, Matter and HomeKit support, Color and brightness adjustment, Light bulb management by location

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Light Controller Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| LED Light Controller Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| LED Light Controller 6 Months | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| LED Light Controller 3 Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| LED Light Controller 6 months | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| LED Light Controller Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Special Offer | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| LED Light Controller Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤖 Works with multiple light brands
- 👍 Comprehensive light control features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required
- 🚫 Unable to use app without paying
- 🤯 Confusing and misleading setup process
- 🤬 Poor customer support and refund policy
- 🙅‍♀️ Doesn't work as advertised

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues with smart lights
- Unreliable scheduling and automation features

**Requested features**

- Free trial period to test app functionality
- Transparent pricing and subscription model
- Improved setup and onboarding experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OnSwitch for Philips Hue free?

OnSwitch for Philips Hue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Led Light Controller LedRemote free?

Led Light Controller LedRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OnSwitch for Philips Hue or Led Light Controller LedRemote?

OnSwitch for Philips Hue is rated higher. OnSwitch for Philips Hue averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.6K ratings, while Led Light Controller LedRemote averages 3.9 from 60K ratings.

### Do OnSwitch for Philips Hue or Led Light Controller LedRemote have ads?

Led Light Controller LedRemote shows ads; OnSwitch for Philips Hue does not.

### Which is updated more often, OnSwitch for Philips Hue or Led Light Controller LedRemote?

OnSwitch for Philips Hue ships an update every 3 weeks, and Led Light Controller LedRemote every 6 weeks. Most recently, OnSwitch for Philips Hue was updated on October 3, 2026 and Led Light Controller LedRemote on October 3, 2026.

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