# ColorStream+

> Utilities

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1616139228](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1616139228)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1616139228`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Seasonal Specialties LLC
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 3.00 / 5 (2,018 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-22
- **First published:** 2022-03-28
- **Size:** 22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/colorstream/id1616139228)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.seasonalspecialties.com](http://www.seasonalspecialties.com/)

## Description

ColorStream+ Chrome Extension enables Bluetooth control of Philips ColorStream+ lights from your browser, allowing you to create coordinated light shows by adjusting color, brightness, and light functions. You can group up to four sets for synchronized effects.

Key features include multiple preprogrammed functions with optional brightness control, timer scheduling, and easy Bluetooth pairing. Create timers, switch functions, and enjoy browser-based lighting control.

## Rankings

- #49,069 — Overall

## Review summary

ColorStream+ repeatedly suffers from unstable connectivity, frequent app crashes, and unreliable timer features, with little software maintenance to fix issues. While the hardware is touted as durable and the concept appealing, the app’s reliability and feature execution hinder a smooth user experience. Key frustrations include Bluetooth pairing drops, crashes, limited timer options, and outdated software. Overall, the user sentiment is that the promise is strong but the execution is failing.

### Pros

- Promising concept for app-controlled lighting with potential for customization.
- Durable lights that seem to last across seasons.
- When the connection works, the experience can be satisfactory.

### Cons

- Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity with frequent dropouts and difficult pairing, even when near the lights.
- Frequent app crashes and instability; the app often fails to load or reflect the lights’ actual settings.
- Timer/scheduling features are buggy or limited, often turning on in the wrong mode or not stopping at the set time.
- Poor ongoing maintenance and updates; reports of no updates for years and features like Tree not functioning.
- Cumbersome setup requiring reinstalling the app to connect, and inconsistent remembering of previous settings.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1616139228)