# FlashLight LED HD vs Flashlight for iPhone + iPad

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FlashLight LED HD at none against Flashlight for iPhone + iPad's 12. FlashLight LED HD also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months) and device support (4 vs 2). Flashlight for iPhone + iPad's advantage is ratings volume (135K vs 778). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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 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 Flashlight for iPhone + iPad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight for iPhone + iPad has 135K ratings behind it against 778, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of FlashLight LED HD's written reviews are positive against 74% of Flashlight for iPhone + iPad's.

FlashLight LED HD ships an update every 5 weeks, Flashlight for iPhone + iPad every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlashLight LED HD | Flashlight for iPhone + iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (778 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-led-hd/id384134949/reviews) | **[4.5 (135K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-for-iphone-plus-ipad/id388838723/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 778 | **135K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.8% of reviews** | 73.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [smalltech sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/289934568) | [Lemondo Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/406195207) |

## 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


### 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 LED HD free?

FlashLight LED HD 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 LED HD or Flashlight for iPhone + iPad?

Flashlight for iPhone + iPad is rated higher. FlashLight LED HD averages 4.4 out of 5 from 778 ratings, while Flashlight for iPhone + iPad averages 4.5 from 135K ratings.

### Do FlashLight LED HD or Flashlight for iPhone + iPad have ads?

Both FlashLight LED HD and Flashlight for iPhone + iPad show ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlashLight LED HD or Flashlight for iPhone + iPad?

FlashLight LED HD ships an update every 5 weeks, and Flashlight for iPhone + iPad every 4 months. Most recently, FlashLight LED HD was updated on October 16, 2026 and Flashlight for iPhone + iPad on October 16, 2026.

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