# Flashlight × vs LiDAR View

The clearest difference is rating: Flashlight × at 4.6 against LiDAR View's 3.3. Flashlight × also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 41%) and ratings volume (31K vs 18). LiDAR View's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

Flashlight × holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight × has 31K ratings behind it against 18, 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 41% of LiDAR View's.

Flashlight × ships an update every 4 months, LiDAR View every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight × | LiDAR View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id380161808/reviews)** | [3.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lidar-view/id6466363306/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **68.4% of reviews** | 41.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 32 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DOUBLE U s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331787042) | [HAN WEI WANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/928406183) |

## 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


### LiDAR View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lidar-view/id6466363306)

Visualize real-time data from your device's LiDAR sensor and camera. Overlay camera feeds with LiDAR depth information to enhance visibility in low light or highlight environmental contours. Supports 3D point cloud viewing and stereo display for immersive experiences.

**Highlights:** Real-time LiDAR and camera feed, Overlay camera with LiDAR data, Adjustable view range, 3D Point Cloud View, Stereo viewing with VR headsets, Screenshot capture and viewing, Flashlight activation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight × free?

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

### Is LiDAR View free?

LiDAR View is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight × or LiDAR View?

Flashlight × is rated higher. Flashlight × averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while LiDAR View averages 3.3 from 18 ratings.

### Do Flashlight × or LiDAR View have ads?

Both Flashlight × and LiDAR View show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flashlight × or LiDAR View?

Flashlight × ships an update every 4 months, and LiDAR View every 5 weeks. Most recently, Flashlight × was updated on September 25, 2026 and LiDAR View on September 25, 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.*