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Best Growing Plants Light Apps

216+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 216+ growing plants light apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Growing Plants Light Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Photone - Grow Light MeterPhotone - Grow Light MeterFree4.6★ (4.9K)NoYesJul 2026
2Planta: Plant & Garden CarePlanta: Plant & Garden CareFree4.8★ (112K)YesYesJul 2026
3Grow Calc: Plant Light MeterGrow Calc: Plant Light MeterFree—NoNoMay 2026
4Plant Light MeterPlant Light Meter$2.994.6★ (1K)NoNoJul 2026
5VIVOSUNVIVOSUNFree4.7★ (8K)NoNoJul 2026
6PPFD METER - Grow Light MeterPPFD METER - Grow Light MeterFree4.7★ (87)YesYesJul 2026
7Bask Light MeterBask Light MeterFree5.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
8PlantSnapper: Plant IDPlantSnapper: Plant IDFree3.8★ (174)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Growing Plants Light

Photone - Grow Light Meter#1

Photone - Grow Light Meter by Lightray Innovation GmbH

Perfectly light your plants!
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(4.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app acts as a professional-grade light meter for plants, measuring PAR, PPFD, DLI, and more using your device's camera. It helps optimize plant lighting by providing accurate readings and in-app guides, with optional advanced features available through purchase.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate readings
  • 💡 Helpful for growing plants
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Saves money compared to expensive meters

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent readings
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🔒 Requires additional equipment (diffuser) to work properly
Planta: Plant & Garden Care#2

Planta: Plant & Garden Care by Planta AB

Happy Life, Happy Plants!
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
4.8😊(112K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#39in Lifestyle
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Identify plants with a photo, receive personalized care schedules, and get help diagnosing plant problems. Track your plant's progress and learn from a community of plant lovers.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful for keeping plants alive
  • 🚀 Convenient reminders for watering, fertilizing, etc.
  • 💡 Provides plant care information
  • 🔍 Accurate plant identification

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy at times
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🌱 Watering schedules not always accurate

More Growing Plants Light apps to explore

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Plant Light Meter
Plant Light Meter
Plant Light Meter
For houseplants
$2.99

This app helps indoor plant owners assess the light conditions their plants are receiving. By using your phone's camera, you can measure light levels and understand if they are optimal for your specific plant's needs, preventing common issues like lack of light.

Measure natural and artificial lightInterpret light levels for plant healthCompatible with rear camera
🔧 Utilities
(1K)
free
5
VIVOSUN
VIVOSUN
VIVOSUN
All for grow
Free

Automate and simplify plant care with this app. Monitor environmental conditions, manually control grow equipment, and track plant progress. It helps optimize growth and manage schedules for a better growing experience.

Real-time environmental monitoringManual control of grow devicesAutomated grow recipes
🔧 Utilities
(8K)
free
6
PPFD METER - Grow Light Meter
PPFD METER - Grow Light Meter
PPFD METER - Grow Light Meter
LUX, PAR, PPFD, DLI & PAR Maps
Free

This app measures light intensity for plants, converting LUX to PPFD and DLI. It offers advanced light mapping, uniformity analysis, and efficiency insights to optimize plant growth. Customize profiles for different environments and growth stages.

LUX, PPFD, DLI, and PAR measurementsLight mapping and distribution analysisUniformity and PPF evaluation
🔧 Utilities
(87)
free with in-app purchases
7
Bask Light Meter
Bask Light Meter
Bask Light Meter
Measure light for your plants
Free

This app uses your device's camera to measure sunlight intensity. It helps you determine the best locations in your home for your houseplants to receive optimal light for growth.

Measure sunlight with cameraOptimize plant placementSupports houseplants
🌟 Lifestyle
(2)
free
8
PlantSnapper: Plant ID
PlantSnapper: Plant ID
PlantSnapper: Plant ID
Identify & Care Plants
Free

Instantly identify plants, flowers, and trees with a quick photo. Get general care guidance, including watering and light needs, to keep your plants healthy. Unlock detailed information and identification with a subscription.

Photo-based plant identificationDetailed plant informationGeneral plant care guidance
🔧 Utilities
(174)
freemium
9
Blackthumb: Houseplant care
Blackthumb: Houseplant care
Blackthumb: Houseplant care
Reminder, Light Meter, Tracker
Free

This app helps you keep your houseplants alive by providing a light score for each plant and location, and by setting up customized care reminders. Organize your plants by space and track their full care history to understand their needs better.

Light Score CalculatorCustomizable Care RemindersOrganization by Location
🌟 Lifestyle
(1)
freemium
10
Plant Identifier & Care App
Plant Identifier & Care App
Plant Identifier & Care App
Health Tips. Disease Diagnosis
Free

Instantly identify plants, flowers, and mushrooms by taking a photo or uploading an image. Get detailed care tips, diagnose diseases, and receive reminders for watering and fertilizing. Features include a light meter, expert advice, and warnings for toxic plants.

Accurate plant identificationPlant disease diagnosis and therapyPlant care tips and reminders
📚 Education
(6.5K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Identify My Plant Now
Identify My Plant Now
Identify My Plant Now
Flower Identifier & Care Tips
Free

Instantly identify plants, flowers, and trees with a photo. Get tailored care tips, diagnose diseases, and learn about your plants' needs. Keep your plants healthy and thriving with this pocket botanist.

Advanced Plant ScannerDisease DiagnosisSoil & Light Insights
📚 Education
(1.1K)
subscription
12
Palmstreet: Buy & Sell LIVE
Palmstreet: Buy & Sell LIVE
Palmstreet: Buy & Sell LIVE
Plant Parents' Community
Free

Discover unique items through live shopping experiences. Bid on collectibles, plants, beauty products, and handmade goods in daily live shows. Connect with passionate sellers and find special gifts or personal treasures.

Daily live shopping showsBid on unique itemsDiscover collectibles and plants
🛍️ Shopping
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
13
hey abby
hey abby
hey abby
Smart Growing Solution
Free

This app guides users through plant cultivation from seed to harvest with step-by-step video instructions. It offers tools to track plant progress, maintain detailed grow diaries with data charts, and manage climate settings.

Step-by-step video grow instructionsPlant progress trackingDetailed grow diaries
🔧 Utilities
(107)
free
14
Plantly - Buy Sell Plants
Plantly - Buy Sell Plants
Plantly - Buy Sell Plants
Buy & Sell Plants Online
Free

Discover, buy, and sell a wide variety of plants and plant-related products online. Connect with a community of plant lovers, find rare species, and get your green thumb essentials delivered.

Buy and sell plants onlineWide variety of plant speciesPlant-related accessories
🛍️ Shopping
(46)
free
15
FFL Plants
FFL Plants
FFL Plants
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
Free

Discover over 450 Florida-friendly plants for sustainable landscapes. Easily select plants based on your region and specific needs like size, sun exposure, and water tolerance.

Extensive plant database (450+)Region-specific plant selectionFilter by size, shape, color
📚 Education
(25)
free
16
Proven Winners Direct
Proven Winners Direct
Proven Winners Direct
Shop Plants & Garden Supplies
Free

Discover and purchase high-quality plants delivered directly from the greenhouse. Find the perfect plants for your yard with specialized filters and receive expert guidance for successful gardening.

Shop by solution filtersFresh greenhouse deliveryGarden inspiration
🛍️ Shopping
(720)
free
17
Mars Legacy
Mars Legacy
Mars Legacy
Your Best Indoor Grow Partner.
Free

Control and configure your indoor grow lights remotely. Automate growth cycles with custom timers, simulate sunrise and sunset, and manage multiple lights independently from a single device. Compatible with the Mars Hydro Smart Grow System.

Remote LED light controlAdjustable light intensityAutomatic growth cycle programming
🔧 Utilities
(70)
free
18
Plant Light Meter: Lux & PPFD
Plant Light Meter: Lux & PPFD
Plant Light Meter: Lux & PPFD
Measure Light for Houseplants
Free

This app helps indoor plant owners determine if their plants are receiving adequate light. It uses your device's camera to measure light intensity in Lux and Foot Candle units, offering plant recommendations based on your readings. Track light changes over time and optimize plant placement for healthier growth.

Measures light in Lux and Foot CandlePlant recommendations based on light levelsManual and continuous measurement modes
🔧 Utilities
(11)
free with in-app purchases
19
Click & Grow Official
Click & Grow Official
Click & Grow Official
Get to know your plants!
Free

Manage your indoor gardens and plants with timed care tips and notifications. Access essential plant information, add personal notes, and control smart garden features like lighting. Get support for your plants and gardens.

Organize plants and gardensTimed care tips and notificationsAccess plant essential information
📚 Education
(28)
free with in-app purchases
20
Plantbook - Plants' Companion
Plantbook - Plants' Companion
Plantbook - Plants' Companion
Grow journal, reminders & more
Free

This app helps you care for your plants with personalized watering and fertilizing reminders. Track plant care history, store unlimited photos to monitor growth, and organize your plants by priority. Never miss a care task again.

Personalized watering and fertilizing remindersPlant priority listCare history tracking
💪 Health & Fitness
(37)
freemium

FAQ about Growing Plants Light

What are the best growing plants light apps for iPhone?
Photone - Grow Light Meter tops our growing plants light apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 4.9K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top growing plants light apps we rank are free to download, including Photone - Grow Light Meter and Planta: Plant & Garden Care.
Photone - Grow Light Meter has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 216+ growing plants light apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Photone is a mobile application that functions as a highly accurate light meter for plants. It uses your device's camera to measure various light metrics such as PAR, PPFD, DLI, lux, foot-candles, and color temperature (kelvin). This data helps users understand and optimize the lighting conditions for their plants.
Key features include industry-leading accuracy comparable to professional PAR sensors, pre-calibration for your specific device, and excellent low light sensitivity. It also offers in-app guides, light source selection for different grow lights, and a hands-free 'read aloud' function. Some advanced features like Extended PAR and underwater measurement modes require an in-app purchase.