Overview
This guide focuses on Twinkly’s two higher‑performance ecosystems: Plus and Pro. You’ll learn when to choose each, key differences in hardware and capabilities, and the most important compatibility rules so your grouped effects work as expected.
Quick recommendations
For small business and mid‑size displays: choose Twinkly Plus
For large residential or commercial displays with thousands of LEDs: choose Twinkly Pro
Do not mix Plus with Pro on the same mapped canvas or in the same controller group
RGB and RGBW can be grouped together within the same line (Plus with Plus, Pro with Pro)
What each line is best for
Twinkly Plus
Great for small business or mid‑size displays that need stronger weather resistance and grouping than entry‑level products
Controller options with 2 or 4 ports, Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth, and Ethernet options by model
Groups up to 10 controllers per group
Typically RGBW for cleaner, more precise whites
Use Plus if you want tougher hardware and more ports, with a simpler set up, but don’t need full Pro‑level networking and scale.
Twinkly Pro
Built for large‑scale installations and outdoor environments
Rugged, IP65‑rated components, multi‑port Ethernet controllers, and powerful grouping
Larger capsule LEDs for higher brightness and vivid color at distance
Designed for high‑traffic areas, heavy weather, and complex mapped canvases
Use Pro for public‑facing installations, campuses, or big residential projects with thousands of LEDs.
Compatibility and grouping rules
Do not mix Plus with Pro within a single mapped canvas or grouped controllers
Keep projects entirely Plus or entirely Pro
RGB and RGBW products can be grouped together within the same line
Tip: Choose your ecosystem first, then build your entire project with compatible controllers and LED sets.
Connectivity, control, and effects
App availability
Plus: iOS and Android
Pro: iOS app control, plus access to the Twinkly Cloud Pro Console on desktop for fleet management
Effects
Both lines access the Effects Gallery and FX Wizard
Pro adds video import through the Pro Cloud Console for advanced shows
Hardware differences at a glance
Controllers
Plus: 2‑port and 4‑port controller options; Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth and some Ethernet models
Pro: multi‑port Ethernet controllers and switch hubs; designed for large, networked groups
LEDs and durability
Plus: robust, weather‑resistant; ideal for mid‑scale outdoor use
Pro: larger capsule LEDs and heavier‑duty wiring for superior brightness and endurance in demanding conditions
Controller capacities and grouping scale
Plus: up to 10 controllers per group (LED counts depend on controller model and port limits)
Pro: can scale to very large groups, limited primarily by network switch ports and controller specifications
Note: Always check per‑controller and per‑port LED maximums when planning your layout.
FAQs
Can I mix RGB and RGBW?
Yes, within the same line. You can group RGB and RGBW together in Plus projects, and separately in Pro projects.
Can I group Plus controllers with Pro controllers?
No. Keep projects entirely Plus or entirely Pro.
Which devices work with the mobile app?
Plus: iOS and Android. Pro: iOS app, plus desktop access via the Pro Cloud Console for fleet control.
Planning tips
Define your viewing distance and environment. If viewers are far away or weather is intense, choose Pro.
Map once, iterate often. The FX tools make it easy to refine your show.
Standardize on one line for a project to simplify grouping, maintenance, and expansion.