# Flashlight Ⓞ vs xFlash

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Flashlight Ⓞ at 31K against xFlash's 133. Flashlight Ⓞ also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 67%) and chart position (#83 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Flashlight Ⓞ against 4.4 for xFlash. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight Ⓞ has 31K ratings behind it against 133, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Flashlight Ⓞ's written reviews are positive against 67% of xFlash's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight Ⓞ | xFlash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id381471023/reviews)** | [4.4 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xflash-hazard-warning-lights/id1523287577/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 133 |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#83** | — |
| Size | 59 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ONE App Essentials](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387492219) | [MARK MANSER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1378563905) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashlight Ⓞ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id381471023)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This utility app provides a bright and fast flashlight with adjustable LED brightness. It also includes an always-on compass and a mini-map for navigation in the dark. Additional features include strobe modes and an SOS signal.

**Highlights:** Brightest LED flashlight, Adjustable brightness control, Always-on compass, Built-in mini map, Strobe mode with 10 frequencies, SOS signal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Bright and adjustable light
- 🚀 Reliable and quick to use
- 💡 Useful additional features like compass and Morse code
- 🔍 Helps in various situations like reading menus, finding lost items, and navigating in the dark

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with the light turning off unexpectedly
- 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
- 🤖 Complaints about intrusive ads and tracking permissions
- 🤔 Some users find the app too complex compared to the built-in iPhone flashlight

**Reported bugs**

- Light not working on certain devices like iPhone 11
- App freezing or locking up the phone

**Requested features**

- Ability to keep the light on while using other apps
- Option to disable sound effects
- Improved brightness control and customization


### xFlash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xflash-hazard-warning-lights/id1523287577)

This utility app simulates hazard warning lights for your device. It provides a simple, straightforward way to activate flashing lights, useful for signaling or emergencies.

**Highlights:** Hazard warning light simulation, Alternating flashing lights, Simple interface, Emergency signaling

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight Ⓞ free?

Flashlight Ⓞ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is xFlash free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight Ⓞ or xFlash?

Flashlight Ⓞ is rated higher. Flashlight Ⓞ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while xFlash averages 4.4 from 133 ratings.

### Do Flashlight Ⓞ or xFlash have ads?

Neither Flashlight Ⓞ nor xFlash shows ads.

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