Lighting vs Elgato Control Center
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Lighting
7.0Tool to control LIFX lights via a Notification Center widget
Elgato Control Center
6.0Control your Elgato key lights
| Metric | Lighting | Elgato Control Center |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 77 |
| 90-day Installs | 5 | 221 |
| 365-day Installs | 18 | 835 |
| Version | 1.1.7 | 1.8.2,20643 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 109 | 8 |
| GitHub Forks | 9 | - |
| Open Issues | 9 | - |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Swift | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 19, 2015 | Apr 14, 2023 |
Reviews
Lighting
Lighting allows users to control LIFX smart lights directly from the macOS Notification Center. It offers a quick and convenient way to adjust lighting settings without opening additional apps, making it ideal for LIFX users seeking seamless integration.
Controls LIFX smart lights via a Notification Center widget on macOS.
Pros
- + Quick access via Notification Center widget
- + Supports popular LIFX smart lighting system
- + Open-source with GPL-3.0 license for transparency
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Inactive development since 2019
Elgato Control Center
Elgato Control Center is an official macOS application for managing Elgato key lights, offering features like brightness, color, and effect adjustments. It benefits content creators and streamers who need precise lighting control.
Controls Elgato key lights from a Mac, allowing users to adjust settings such as brightness, color, and effects.
Pros
- + Official support from Elgato ensures compatibility and functionality.
- + Integrates seamlessly with Elgato lighting products.
- + Auto-updates keep the application current.
Cons
- - Low community engagement and limited transparency.
- - Niche audience may limit its appeal.