LIFX

At a glance

• Editor score
  7.9 / 10
• Pricing
  Free plan
• Best for
  LIFX owners managing connected lighting
• Free plan
  Yes
• Paid from
  None
• Voice assistants
  Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
• Facts checked
  4 Oct 2026

• Where it wins

  • Adjust compatible lights’ power, color, brightness and white temperature.
  • Group lights by room; save scenes and create schedules and routines.
  • Connect with Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings and more.

• Where it doesn't

  • The app is available on iOS and Android, not desktop platforms.
  • Its features focus on compatible LIFX lighting rather than broad home automation.
  • Local Matter control is available on some LIFX products, not all.

Our verdict on LIFX

LIFX is a free mobile app for setting up and controlling compatible LIFX smart lights. It suits people who want to manage lighting from iOS or Android, whether adjusting one light or grouping several by room. Controls cover power, color, brightness and white temperature, with saved scenes and lighting effects such as color cycle and candle flicker. The app’s focus is connected lighting, so it is a better fit for LIFX owners than for someone seeking a single app centered on a wide range of household devices.

For everyday automation, LIFX supports time-based schedules, including sunrise and sunset schedules, plus routines with sequential lighting changes. The listed automation triggers include time, day of week, sunrise, sunset, app, switch and voice. Compatible lights can connect with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home and Samsung SmartThings; other listed integrations include Home Assistant, Homey and IFTTT. Voice assistant support includes Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri. LIFX lights connect over Wi-Fi without a hub, while local Matter control applies to some products rather than the full range. Buyers should check that their particular lights support the connections and control they want.

There is no paid tier to weigh against the free app: LIFX describes it as free. That makes it a straightforward option for owners who want lighting controls, scenes, effects and schedules without a subscription. The trade-off is scope and platform reach. The app is mobile-only, and its routines and triggers are oriented around lighting rather than broad household automation. Choose LIFX if managing compatible lights is the main task and its platform connections fit your home. Consider another app if desktop access or automation across a wider range of household devices is central.

LIFX pricing

LIFX fact sheet

LIFX integrations

LIFX lists 7 integrations on its own site.

• Amazon Alexa
• Google Home
• Apple Home
• Samsung SmartThings
• Home Assistant
• Homey
• IFTTT

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Alternatives to LIFX

• Google HomeFree web and mobile control for compatible devices, routines, cameras and energy features.9.3
• HAHome Assistant AssistA free, flexible voice assistant for Home Assistant homes, with setup that takes work.9.2
• AHApple HomeA free Apple-device app for organizing, automating, and remotely controlling HomeKit and Matter accessories.9.1

See all LIFX alternatives →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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Last updated 4 Oct 2026 · How we research and update