# Flashlight™ (Lite) vs Candle

The clearest difference is rating: Flashlight™ (Lite) at 3.9 against Candle's 2.8. Flashlight™ (Lite) also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 14). Candle's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (59% vs 27%). On price, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Candle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Flashlight™ (Lite) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Flashlight™ (Lite) holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight™ (Lite) has 2.1K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of Flashlight™ (Lite)'s written reviews are positive against 59% of Candle's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Flashlight™ (Lite) ships an update every 10 months, Candle monthly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight™ (Lite) | Candle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-lite/id322732603/reviews)** | [2.8 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-realistic-flickering-flame-effect-free-version/id1097332734/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 26.9% of reviews | **58.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [方明 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/320136914) | [Cloud Garden Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1016843581) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashlight™ (Lite)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-lite/id322732603)

This app provides a bright white flashlight with adjustable brightness and color. It's simple to use for various situations, from finding keys in a bag to creating a romantic ambiance. Offers both screen light and LED light functionality.

**Highlights:** Adjustable brightness, Adjustable color, Full screen mode, LED light option, Shake to shuffle color, Simple interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Bright light
- 🌈 Many color options
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for specific purposes (e.g. astronomy, nighttime work)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Excessive ads
- 🚫 Ads interfere with using the app
- 🔍 Difficult to select colors due to small controls
- 🤯 Ads cause distraction and eye strain
- 🔴 Red light not bright enough

**Reported bugs**

- Brightness changes unexpectedly due to ads
- Ads trigger unintended color changes
- App crashes or becomes unusable due to ads

**Requested features**

- Add ultraviolet light option
- Ability to save color settings
- Reduce/remove ads or offer ad-free version
- Improve color selection interface


### 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 |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight™ (Lite) free?

Flashlight™ (Lite) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Candle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight™ (Lite) or Candle?

Flashlight™ (Lite) is rated higher. Flashlight™ (Lite) averages 3.9 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Candle averages 2.8 from 14 ratings.

### Do Flashlight™ (Lite) or Candle have ads?

Flashlight™ (Lite) shows ads; Candle does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flashlight™ (Lite) or Candle?

Flashlight™ (Lite) ships an update every 10 months, and Candle monthly. Most recently, Flashlight™ (Lite) was updated on November 6, 2026 and Candle on November 6, 2026.

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