# Flashlight Ⓞ vs Flashlight for iPhone + iPad

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flashlight Ⓞ at none against Flashlight for iPhone + iPad's 12. Flashlight Ⓞ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (89% vs 74%). Flashlight for iPhone + iPad's advantage is ratings volume (135K vs 31K). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flashlight for iPhone + iPad sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Flashlight Ⓞ asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Flashlight Ⓞ against 4.5 for Flashlight for iPhone + iPad. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31K and 135K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Flashlight Ⓞ's written reviews are positive against 74% of Flashlight for iPhone + iPad's.

Flashlight Ⓞ ships an update every 3 months, Flashlight for iPhone + iPad every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight Ⓞ | Flashlight for iPhone + iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id381471023/reviews) | [4.5 (135K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-for-iphone-plus-ipad/id388838723/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 31K | **135K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 73.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#85** | — |
| Size | 59 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ONE App Essentials](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387492219) | [Lemondo Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/406195207) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashlight Ⓞ

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

**Currently charting:** #85 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 for iPhone + iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-for-iphone-plus-ipad/id388838723)

This app provides a bright and fast LED flashlight with dimming control. It offers unique features like a compass, altitude tracker, disco mode, and various strobe effects. Customize the look with different skins and enjoy animated light bulbs and candles.

**Highlights:** SuperLED bright light, Strobe and disco modes, Colorful screen lights, Animated lighter and candle, Built-in compass, Altitude and speedometer, SOS signal

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| per month | $2.99 | per month |
| 3 month subscription | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Legacy Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Steampunk Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Machine Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wood Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Leather Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ice Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Red skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Yellow theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro features | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 🚀 Bright and powerful light
- 💡 Useful for emergencies and everyday tasks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable, sometimes doesn't work
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 💸 Aggressive advertising and upselling
- 🤯 Unpredictable behavior, switches to strobe/SOS mode unexpectedly

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work on iPad as advertised
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to disable strobe/SOS modes
- Dimming/brightness control
- Keep light on when switching apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight Ⓞ free?

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

### Is Flashlight for iPhone + iPad free?

Flashlight for iPhone + iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight Ⓞ or Flashlight for iPhone + iPad?

Flashlight Ⓞ and Flashlight for iPhone + iPad are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 31K and 135K ratings respectively.

### Do Flashlight Ⓞ or Flashlight for iPhone + iPad have ads?

Flashlight for iPhone + iPad shows ads; Flashlight Ⓞ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flashlight Ⓞ or Flashlight for iPhone + iPad?

Flashlight Ⓞ ships an update every 3 months, and Flashlight for iPhone + iPad every 4 months. Most recently, Flashlight Ⓞ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Flashlight for iPhone + iPad on September 24, 2026.

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