# Flashlight × vs Flash Call

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight × | Flash Call |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id380161808/reviews)** | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flash-call/id503937328/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **68.4% of reviews** | 44.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DOUBLE U s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331787042) | [MitotiM](https://appshunter.io/developer/418360190) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashlight ×

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id380161808)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads permanently | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads permanently | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads permanently | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Bright and powerful light
- 👍 Easy to use and access
- 🔦 Helpful in dark situations
- 💡 Useful SOS feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Occasional freezing or turning off

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent performance
- Difficulty turning off the light

**Requested features**

- Color customization options
- Adjustable beam width
- Battery saver mode


### Flash Call

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flash-call/id503937328)

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.

**Highlights:** Personalized contact grid, Two-tap calling, Phone, FaceTime Audio, Video support, Home Screen Widgets, Large, easy-to-tap contacts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Unlimited Contacts | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight × free?

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

### Is Flash Call free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight × or Flash Call?

Flashlight × is rated higher. Flashlight × averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while Flash Call averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Flashlight × or Flash Call have ads?

Flashlight × shows ads; Flash Call does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flashlight × or Flash Call?

Flashlight × ships an update every 4 months, and Flash Call every 7 months. Most recently, Flashlight × was updated on September 25, 2026 and Flash Call on August 26, 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.*