# Light ＋ vs Flashlight ×

The clearest difference is rating: Flashlight × at 4.6 against Light ＋'s 4.0. Flashlight × also leads on ratings volume (31K vs 9) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18). Light ＋'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

Flashlight × holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight × has 31K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Light ＋'s written reviews are positive against 68% of Flashlight ×'s.

Light ＋ ships an update every 2 months, Flashlight × every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Light ＋ | Flashlight × |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light/id320172514/reviews) | **[4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id380161808/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **31K** |
| Positive reviews | 60.6% of reviews | **68.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yan Kin LEUNG](https://appshunter.io/developer/320172517) | [DOUBLE U s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331787042) |

## What reviewers say

### Light ＋

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light/id320172514)

This app provides controllable lighting for photography and ambience. Easily adjust color and brightness by touching and dragging the screen. Explore various shapes, flash modes, and speed adjustments for creative lighting effects.

**Highlights:** Controllable color and brightness, Adjustable light shapes, Multiple flash modes (Normal, Rainbow, Flashing), Speed adjustment for flash modes, Intuitive touch and drag interface, Settings for advanced customization

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Light+ Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### Flashlight ×

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id380161808)

This utility app provides instant illumination using your device's LED flash or screen at maximum brightness. It offers features like home screen widgets, adjustable brightness, customizable light colors, and an emergency SOS signal for added safety. An ad-free experience is available via a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Swift Launch, Home Screen Widgets, Adjustable Brightness, Customizable Light Color, Emergency SOS Signal, Screen Flashlight for Non-LED Devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads permanently | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads permanently | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads permanently | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Bright and powerful light
- 👍 Easy to use and access
- 🔦 Helpful in dark situations
- 💡 Useful SOS feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Occasional freezing or turning off

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent performance
- Difficulty turning off the light

**Requested features**

- Color customization options
- Adjustable beam width
- Battery saver mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Light ＋ free?

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

### Is Flashlight × free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Light ＋ or Flashlight ×?

Flashlight × is rated higher. Light ＋ averages 4.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Flashlight × averages 4.6 from 31K ratings.

### Do Light ＋ or Flashlight × have ads?

Flashlight × shows ads; Light ＋ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Light ＋ or Flashlight ×?

Light ＋ ships an update every 2 months, and Flashlight × every 4 months. Most recently, Light ＋ was updated on October 2, 2026 and Flashlight × on October 2, 2026.

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