# Light vs iTorch Pro Flashlight

The clearest difference is price: Light at Free against iTorch Pro Flashlight's $1.99. Light also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 140) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). iTorch Pro Flashlight's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Light is free to download; iTorch Pro Flashlight costs $1.99 up front. Light sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. iTorch Pro Flashlight asks for nothing beyond the download.

iTorch Pro Flashlight holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Light has 3.4K ratings behind it against 140, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 93% and 93% positive.

Light ships an update every 5 months, iTorch Pro Flashlight every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Light | iTorch Pro Flashlight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [3.3 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-led-flashlight/id379753015/reviews) | **[4.7 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itorch-pro-flashlight/id392550196/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 140 |
| Positive reviews | **93.5% of reviews** | 93.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 9 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jason Ting](https://appshunter.io/developer/358081134) | [Pixelinlove Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/384365351) |

## What reviewers say

### Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-led-flashlight/id379753015)

This utility app provides a bright and fast LED flashlight with an intuitive interface. It offers adjustable brightness, SOS, and strobe modes for various situations. Designed for quick access, it features instant-on startup and simple controls.

**Highlights:** Instant-on startup, Adjustable brightness, SOS mode, Adjustable strobe mode, Screen toggle via double tap

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Light Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Light Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |
| Light Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔦 Convenient light source
- 💡 Adjustable brightness
- 🔍 Useful for reading/navigation
- ⚠️ Emergency signaling options
- 🏆 Reliable and consistent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Light turns off too quickly
- 🔌 Incompatible with some devices
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔴 Unreliable/stops working
- 🔍 Insufficient brightness

**Reported bugs**

- Light turning on unexpectedly
- Flashing/strobe mode not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Color customization options
- Ability to keep light on when screen is locked
- Longer runtime before auto-shutoff


### iTorch Pro Flashlight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itorch-pro-flashlight/id392550196)

Transform your phone into a powerful and incredibly fast flashlight.  It offers a bright beam, a strobe function for parties, and an SOS signal for emergencies.  Never be left in the dark again.

**Highlights:** Lightning fast start time, Lightning bright torch, Lightning flash strobe, Lightning bright SOS signal, Find lost items, Light up dark areas

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lights the room
- 👍 Awesome app
- 🔦 Great flashlight
- 🔦 Excellent light
- 🔦 Bright light

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work all the time
- 🐛 Crashes/doesn't open
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🔍 Needs more themes/backgrounds

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work on iPhone 6
- Light stays on at a dim setting after adjusting brightness
- Crashes on iOS 8
- Stops working after a year of use

**Requested features**

- Add an option to keep the light on when switching to other apps
- Add an all-red theme for use with astronomy
- Add a lock screen icon for quick access
- Improve brightness adjustment controls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Light free?

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

### Is iTorch Pro Flashlight free?

iTorch Pro Flashlight costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Light or iTorch Pro Flashlight?

iTorch Pro Flashlight is rated higher. Light averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while iTorch Pro Flashlight averages 4.7 from 140 ratings.

### Do Light or iTorch Pro Flashlight have ads?

Neither Light nor iTorch Pro Flashlight shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Light or iTorch Pro Flashlight?

Light ships an update every 5 months, and iTorch Pro Flashlight every 3 months. Most recently, Light was updated on September 23, 2026 and iTorch Pro Flashlight on September 22, 2026.

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