Best Event Lighting Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating

19 free apps

Updated August 2026

Whether you're new to event lighting or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 248+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Event Lighting Apps (August 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	LightRes	Free	5.0★ (1)	Yes	No	May 2026
2	ledsUp	Free	—	No	No	Jul 2026
3	Lighting Designer	$24.99	4.0★ (144)	No	No	Aug 2026
4	PatchPal: Lighting tool	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
5	LightUp Crowd	Free	—	No	No	Sep 2026
6	Event Fun	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
7	CheerGlow	Free	—	No	Yes	Jul 2026
8	WhatsApp Messenger	Free	4.7★ (19M)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Event Lighting

#1

LightRes by MC CONNECTED LLC

Control Iconic Lighting

Editor's Choice

🌟 Lifestyle

5.0(1 ratings)

FreeAds

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Book and control architectural lighting at landmarks, hotels, and bridges directly from your phone. Choose from curated effects and create magical moments for any occasion.

#2

ledsUp by Guy ESTAVES

Strong Contender

🎬 Entertainment

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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#3

Lighting Designer by Scenario Software LLC

Film, TV, Theater, and Events

Worth Considering

📷 Photo & Video

4.0(144 ratings)

$24.99

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Create professional overhead lighting plots for film, TV, theater, and events. Quickly illustrate and communicate lighting setups with a vast library of equipment and intuitive tools. Sync your work across all Apple devices.

More Event Lighting apps to explore

PatchPal: Lighting tool

PatchPal: Lighting tool

PatchPal: Lighting tool

Fixture info and calculator

Turn crowds into light shows

🎬 Entertainment

Light Up Your Lights Smartly

LED Text · Concert Light

WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Messenger

Simple. Reliable. Private.

Connect with friends and family globally through private messaging and high-quality calls. Share moments, documents, and stay in touch across devices, even on slow connections. Your conversations are secured with end-to-end encryption.

End-to-end encrypted messagingHigh-quality voice and video callsGroup chats and calls

🌐 Social Networking

free with in-app purchases

LightSys Events

LightSys Events

LightSys Events

by LightSys Technology Services, Inc.

Copret: Interactive Light Show

Copret: Interactive Light Show

Copret: Interactive Light Show

Concerts, Sports Games, Events

Enhance live events with synchronized light shows and interactive experiences. Participate in or create your own light displays and engage with crowds through dynamic color and sound. This app adds a new layer of excitement to concerts, sports games, and gatherings.

Synchronized light showsInteractive event participationCreate custom light displays

🎬 Entertainment

free with in-app purchases

Light & Wonder Events

Light & Wonder Events

Light & Wonder Events

by Light & Wonder, Inc.

LightFair International

LightFair International

LightFair International

Navigate North America's largest lighting industry event with this official trade show app. Discover commercial and architectural lighting innovations, connect with suppliers, and explore the latest in lighting design and technology applications.

Event navigationTrade show informationLighting industry focus

Bud Light Events

Bud Light Events

Bud Light Events

This app provides an all-in-one guide for private Bud Light events. Access personalized agendas, event maps, social media feeds, and details on food and beverages to enhance your experience.

Personalized agendaEvent city mapsIntegrated social media feeds

Events, Graduation & Tickets

Plan graduation ceremonies and other events with ease. This app helps you manage every detail, from finding the perfect venue to ensuring a fun-filled celebration.

Event managementVenue finderCeremony planning

FanWeb - Flash Show

FanWeb - Flash Show

FanWeb - Flash Show

Light sync for live events

🎬 Entertainment

Fever: Events & Tickets

Fever: Events & Tickets

Fever: Events & Tickets

Best things to do in your city

Discover local events, secret places, and trendy pop-ups in your city. Find exclusive experiences, tours, concerts, food events, and more. Easily manage tickets and get personalized recommendations.

Exclusive event accessFever Club rewardsSearch by date & time

🎬 Entertainment

free with in-app purchases

Smart Event Light Control

Control various DMX LED light-ups like bracelets, sticks, and balls with ease. Quickly pair devices and utilize an intuitive interface to create customized lighting effects for impressive audience engagement.

Control DMX LED light-upsPair light-ups with appCustomizable lighting effects

by Stadium Grow Lighting B.V.

by Astera LED Technology GmbH

Control complex lighting setups with customizable programs and effects. Prepare lights for wireless DMX, diagnose, update, and reset them. Features include beat-synced effects, group management, and power-saving standby.

Customizable programs and effectsWireless DMX preparationLight diagnostics and updates

🎬 Entertainment

Under The Lights

Under The Lights

Under The Lights

This app serves as a central hub for flag football leagues, providing live scores, schedules, team stats, and league announcements. It features augmented reality jumbotrons for a unique viewing experience and allows users to receive team-specific alerts for schedule or scoring changes.

Live ScoresSchedulesTeam Stats

FAQ about Event Lighting

What are the best event lighting apps for iPhone?

LightRes tops our event lighting apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free event lighting apps for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top event lighting apps we rank are free to download, including LightRes and ledsUp.

Does LightRes have ads or in-app purchases?

LightRes shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.

How many event lighting apps are on the App Store?

We track 248+ event lighting apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is LightRes?

LightRes allows you to book and control architectural lighting at various venues like hotels, bridges, and landmarks directly from your smartphone. You can choose from pre-designed lighting effects to create a desired ambiance for any occasion.

How much does LightRes cost?

LightRes is free to download and use. However, the app contains advertisements, which are part of its monetization model.