Flashlight × vs Flash Call
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Swift Launch
- Home Screen Widgets
- Adjustable Brightness
- Customizable Light Color
- Emergency SOS Signal
- Screen Flashlight for Non-LED Devices
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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.
Flash Call
Quickly call favorite contacts with a personalized grid. Access contacts with just two taps, supporting Phone, FaceTime Audio, and Video calls. Ideal for users who prefer large, easy-to-tap icons for instant communication.
- Personalized contact grid
- Two-tap calling
- Phone, FaceTime Audio, Video support
- Home Screen Widgets
- Large, easy-to-tap contacts
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Call faster. No searching. No wasted time. Flash Call is the quickest way to call your favorite contacts. Create your personal grid of important people and start a call with just two tap. • Call using Phone, FaceTime Audio, or FaceTime Video • Add contacts from your phone book • Tap the photo to call instantly • Use Home Screen Widgets for ultra-fast access • Zoom in or out using the + and − buttons Great for seniors and anyone who prefers large, easy-to-tap contacts.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Flashlight × at 4.6 against Flash Call's 3.0. Flashlight × also leads on ratings volume (31K vs 4) and review sentiment (68% vs 44%). Flash Call's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Flashlight × sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Flash Call sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Flashlight × holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight × has 31K ratings behind it against 4, 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 44% of Flash Call's.
Flashlight × ships an update every 4 months, Flash Call every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flashlight × | Flash Call |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (31K ratings) — better | 3.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews — better | 44.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 31K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DOUBLE U s.r.o. | MitotiM |
Customer experience
Flashlight ×
Flash Call
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
Flash Call
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Flashlight ×
- Remove ads permanently$5.99
- Remove ads permanently$9.99
- Remove ads permanently$19.99
Flash Call
- Donate$0.99
- Unlock Unlimited Contacts$3.99
Questions
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