# Light vs Smart Torch MultiTool

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Torch MultiTool at 4.5 against Light's 3.3. Smart Torch MultiTool also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). Light's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 56). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Light sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Smart Torch MultiTool sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Torch MultiTool holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Light has 3.4K ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Light ships an update every 5 months, Smart Torch MultiTool every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Light | Smart Torch MultiTool |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-led-flashlight/id379753015/reviews) | **[4.5 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-torch-multitool/id6739955345/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 56 |
| Positive reviews | 93.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jason Ting](https://appshunter.io/developer/358081134) | [Samuel Rodas Aroche](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706040833) |

## 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


### Smart Torch MultiTool

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-torch-multitool/id6739955345)

This utility app offers a powerful and versatile lighting tool, going beyond a simple flashlight. It features multiple flashlight modes, adjustable strobe and SOS signals, and a full-screen color light. Additionally, it includes a built-in compass and an auto shut-off timer for convenience and battery saving.

**Highlights:** Multiple flashlight modes, Adjustable strobe and SOS modes, Full-screen color light, Built-in compass, Auto shut-off timer, Screen brightness control

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Yearly | $2.99 | per year |
| PRO | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Light free?

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

### Is Smart Torch MultiTool free?

Smart Torch MultiTool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Light or Smart Torch MultiTool?

Smart Torch MultiTool is rated higher. Light averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Smart Torch MultiTool averages 4.5 from 56 ratings.

### Do Light or Smart Torch MultiTool have ads?

Smart Torch MultiTool shows ads; Light does not.

### Which is updated more often, Light or Smart Torch MultiTool?

Light ships an update every 5 months, and Smart Torch MultiTool every 2 months. Most recently, Light was updated on October 12, 2026 and Smart Torch MultiTool on October 1, 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.*