# Flashlight Ⓞ vs FlashLight LED HD

The clearest difference is ads: Flashlight Ⓞ at none against FlashLight LED HD's shown. Flashlight Ⓞ also leads on ratings volume (31K vs 778) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). FlashLight LED HD's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating 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 FlashLight LED HD. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight Ⓞ has 31K ratings behind it against 778, 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 79% of FlashLight LED HD's.

Flashlight Ⓞ ships an update every 3 months, FlashLight LED HD every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight Ⓞ | FlashLight LED HD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id381471023/reviews)** | [4.4 (778 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-led-hd/id384134949/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 778 |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 78.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | **#83** | — |
| Size | 59 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ONE App Essentials](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387492219) | [smalltech sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/289934568) |

## 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


### FlashLight LED HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-led-hd/id384134949)

This utility app provides the brightest and most powerful light source available using your device's integrated LED flash. It offers instant illumination with a single button press and can also utilize your full screen as a light source. Enjoy adjustable brightness and blinking speeds.

**Highlights:** Brightest and most powerful light, Instant illumination, Uses integrated FlashLight, Full screen light source, Variable brightness level, Variable blinking speed

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free app
- 🔍 Great flashlight
- 🎨 Ability to change light color
- 🔆 Brightness control
- 🌃 Useful as a nightlight

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes or doesn't work on some devices
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🔍 Not as bright as expected
- 💤 Flashing lights may be disruptive

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- Screen goes orange then app closes
- Buttons/controls not showing up

**Requested features**

- Add white/clear light option
- Improve brightness control
- Add strobe or SOS mode
- Allow light to stay on when app is closed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight Ⓞ free?

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

### Is FlashLight LED HD free?

FlashLight LED HD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight Ⓞ or FlashLight LED HD?

Flashlight Ⓞ is rated higher. Flashlight Ⓞ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while FlashLight LED HD averages 4.4 from 778 ratings.

### Do Flashlight Ⓞ or FlashLight LED HD have ads?

FlashLight LED HD shows ads; Flashlight Ⓞ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flashlight Ⓞ or FlashLight LED HD?

Flashlight Ⓞ ships an update every 3 months, and FlashLight LED HD every 5 weeks. Most recently, Flashlight Ⓞ was updated on September 24, 2026 and FlashLight LED HD on September 22, 2026.

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