# FlashLight LED HD vs Screen Light Color

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FlashLight LED HD at none against Screen Light Color's 2. Screen Light Color's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (90% vs 79%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Light Color sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. FlashLight LED HD asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for FlashLight LED HD against 4.5 for Screen Light Color. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 778 and 485 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of FlashLight LED HD's written reviews are positive against 90% of Screen Light Color's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlashLight LED HD | Screen Light Color |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (778 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-led-hd/id384134949/reviews) | **[4.5 (485 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-light-color/id1532469936/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **778** | 485 |
| Positive reviews | 78.8% of reviews | **89.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [smalltech sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/289934568) | [Brian Li Sui Fong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532469938) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Screen Light Color

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-light-color/id1532469936)

Transform your device's screen into a customizable light panel without distractions. Easily adjust to any color for various uses, from photography to tracing and mood lighting. Unlock advanced features like precise color temperature control and external display mirroring through in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Adjustable color panel, Distraction-free interface, Photography lighting, Tracing and animation lightbox, Color matching reference, Night light functionality, External display control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip Jar | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Extra Features | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🎨 Wide range of color options
- 🌟 Intuitive and clean interface
- 💡 Useful for various purposes (reading, ambiance, etc.)
- 🔍 Helpful for specific use cases (astronomy, photography)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔓 Lack of screen lock feature
- 🔧 Some advanced features require paid upgrade
- 🤔 Touch sensitivity issues when trying to set specific colors

**Reported bugs**

- Paid features not functioning as advertised
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to show multiple colors at once
- Random color generator slideshow option
- Support for Split View on iPad
- Option to add the app to Control Center


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlashLight LED HD free?

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

### Is Screen Light Color free?

Screen Light Color is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FlashLight LED HD or Screen Light Color?

Screen Light Color is rated higher. FlashLight LED HD averages 4.4 out of 5 from 778 ratings, while Screen Light Color averages 4.5 from 485 ratings.

### Do FlashLight LED HD or Screen Light Color have ads?

FlashLight LED HD shows ads; Screen Light Color does not.

### Which is updated more often, FlashLight LED HD or Screen Light Color?

FlashLight LED HD ships an update every 5 weeks, and Screen Light Color every 5 weeks. Most recently, FlashLight LED HD was updated on September 30, 2026 and Screen Light Color on September 30, 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.*