Comparison

Flashlight × vs Quick QRCode Reader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Flashlight ×

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
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Introducing our refined flashlight application designed exclusively for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. This app seamlessly harnesses the power of the LED flash on the rear of your device or the screen at maximum brightness, ensuring the best lighting experience possible. Download our flashlight app today and discover the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. • Swift Launch: Experience instant startup for immediate illumination when you need it most. • Widgets: Conveniently access the flashlight directly from your home screen or lock screen. • Adjustable Brightness: Tailor the intensity of your light, providing optimal visibility in any situation. • Customizable Light Color: Personalize your lighting experience by modifying the color of the light in screen mode to suit your preferences. • Sleek Interface and Icon: Enjoy a clean and aesthetically pleasing interface, complemented by an elegant icon design and a sophisticated user experience. • no compass • Emergency SOS Signal: Ensure your safety with the built-in emergency SOS signal, transforming your device into a reliable tool during critical situations. • Universal: Even on devices without an LED, benefit from a white screen at maximum brightness for a versatile lighting solution. • Ad-Supported with Ad Removal Option: This app is offered for free with non-intrusive advertisements. For an ad-free experience, a one-time purchase option is available to remove ads permanently. And users have expressed their appreciation: "No crap flashlight. Exactly what I was looking for." "Sexy little icon and very simple." "Excellent, best-looking flashlight app I've come across. Simple and elegant..." "I like the app when it starts quickly. Some apps take a minute to begin. When I need a flashlight I need it NOW, not in a minute. Thank you for starting quickly!!!!!" "And God said let there be light, went to my friend BBQ, could not find my key my friend introduce me to this app, I'm loving it. Don't forget that continued use of the flash may dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Quick QRCode Reader

Easily scan and generate various QR codes and barcodes, including UPC, EAN, and Code128. Features quick scanning with autofocus, photo scanning, and flashlight support. Save scanned data as contacts or open links directly.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate QR codes and barcodes
  • Quick Scan mode with autofocus
  • Photo Scan mode
  • Flashlight support
  • Save scanned data
  • iCloud Backup
Features
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Quick QRCode is a fast QR code and barcode tool for daily use. Scan with the camera, import a photo, copy detected text, open links, save vCard contacts, and generate new codes from your own text. Key Features: - Fast camera scanning for QR codes and common barcodes - Photo import for codes already saved in your album - Multiple barcode detection with quick selection - Text recognition support for scanned images - QR code and barcode generation from typed text - Recent scan history for quick copy and reopen - Vibration and beep settings

Screenshots

Flashlight ×4 screens
Quick QRCode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Flashlight × at 4.6 against Quick QRCode Reader's 4.0. Flashlight × also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 27%) and ratings volume (31K vs 55). Quick QRCode Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Flashlight × sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Quick QRCode Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Flashlight ×'s written reviews are positive against 27% of Quick QRCode Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flashlight × ships an update every 4 months, Quick QRCode Reader every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Flashlight × versus Quick QRCode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashlight ×Quick QRCode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (31K ratings) — better4.0 (55 ratings)
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews — better27.3% of reviews
Number of ratings31K — better55
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDOUBLE U s.r.o.DoItWell Application Ltd

Customer experience

Flashlight ×

All ratings31,360 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews452 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral6.6%
Negative25.0%

Quick QRCode Reader

All ratings55 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral5.5%
Negative21.8%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive27.3%
Neutral27.3%
Negative45.5%

Bugs and requests

Flashlight ×

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent performance
  • Difficulty turning off the light

Requested features

3 requests
  • Color customization options
  • Adjustable beam width
  • Battery saver mode

Quick QRCode Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Flashlight ×

One-time3
  • Remove ads permanently$5.99
  • Remove ads permanently$9.99
  • Remove ads permanently$19.99
None

Quick QRCode Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flashlight × free?
Flashlight × is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quick QRCode Reader free?
Quick QRCode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Flashlight × or Quick QRCode Reader?
Flashlight × is rated higher. Flashlight × averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while Quick QRCode Reader averages 4.0 from 55 ratings.
Do Flashlight × or Quick QRCode Reader have ads?
Both Flashlight × and Quick QRCode Reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, Flashlight × or Quick QRCode Reader?
Flashlight × ships an update every 4 months, and Quick QRCode Reader every 2 months. Most recently, Flashlight × was updated on September 24, 2026 and Quick QRCode Reader on September 21, 2026.

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