# Flashlight™ (Lite) vs Odd Lock

The clearest difference is price: Flashlight™ (Lite) at Free against Odd Lock's $4.99. Flashlight™ (Lite) also leads on ratings volume (2K vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.5). Odd Lock's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Flashlight™ (Lite) is free to download; Odd Lock costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Odd Lock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight™ (Lite) has 2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Flashlight™ (Lite) ships an update every 10 months, Odd Lock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight™ (Lite) | Odd Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [3.9 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-lite/id322732603/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odd-lock-app-blocker/id6762550956/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 26.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 5 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [方明 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/320136914) | [Abstract Syntax LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879479511) |

## 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


### Odd Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odd-lock-app-blocker/id6762550956)

This utility app helps you regain control over your device usage by restricting access to chosen applications. It requires completing a simple task, like speaking a phrase or walking, before apps become available for a set duration.

**Highlights:** App access restriction, Task-based unlocking, User-defined access periods, On-device processing, No account required, No personal data collection

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight™ (Lite) free?

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

### Is Odd Lock free?

Odd Lock costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

Odd Lock is rated higher. Flashlight™ (Lite) averages 3.9 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Odd Lock averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Flashlight™ (Lite) or Odd Lock have ads?

Flashlight™ (Lite) shows ads; Odd Lock does not.

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

Flashlight™ (Lite) ships an update every 10 months, and Odd Lock every 2 weeks. Most recently, Flashlight™ (Lite) was updated on October 13, 2026 and Odd Lock on October 4, 2026.

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