# Candle vs FlashMob

The clearest difference is rating: FlashMob at 4.4 against Candle's 2.8. FlashMob also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 59%) and ratings volume (174 vs 14). Candle's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Candle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FlashMob sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FlashMob holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlashMob has 174 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Candle's written reviews are positive against 81% of FlashMob's.

Candle ships an update monthly, FlashMob every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Candle | FlashMob |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-realistic-flickering-flame-effect-free-version/id1097332734/reviews) | **[4.4 (174 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashmob-smart-led-flashlight/id1208274860/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **174** |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | **81.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloud Garden Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1016843581) | [Jungmoon Jo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118637369) |

## What reviewers say

### Candle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-realistic-flickering-flame-effect-free-version/id1097332734)

Simulate a realistic flickering candle flame on your device. This app uses a unique algorithm to create dynamic lighting effects and shadows, offering a relaxing ambiance. Customize the flame color to suit your mood.

**Highlights:** Realistic flickering flame simulation, Dynamic lighting and shadow effects, Customizable flame color, Creates relaxing ambiance, Simulates real candle behavior

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ads Free | $1.99 | one-time |


### FlashMob

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashmob-smart-led-flashlight/id1208274860)

This app transforms your device into a dynamic light source for events and personal use. It synchronizes with sound and motion, displays custom text, and offers various color modes. Features include smart on/off, battery saving, and a unique candlelight image mode.

**Highlights:** Sound and motion-activated lighting, Customizable text display, Color synchronization, Smart On-Off function, Battery saving mode, Candlelight image mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LED Screen | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rose + Lights | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Candle free?

Candle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FlashMob free?

FlashMob is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Candle or FlashMob?

FlashMob is rated higher. Candle averages 2.8 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while FlashMob averages 4.4 from 174 ratings.

### Do Candle or FlashMob have ads?

FlashMob shows ads; Candle does not.

### Which is updated more often, Candle or FlashMob?

Candle ships an update monthly, and FlashMob every 2 months. Most recently, Candle was updated on October 24, 2026 and FlashMob on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*