# FlashLight LED HD vs Platinum

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FlashLight LED HD at 79% against Platinum's 30%. FlashLight LED HD also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (778 vs 27). Platinum's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

FlashLight LED HD holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlashLight LED HD has 778 ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of FlashLight LED HD's written reviews are positive against 30% of Platinum's.

FlashLight LED HD ships an update every 5 weeks, Platinum every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlashLight LED HD | Platinum |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (778 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-led-hd/id384134949/reviews)** | [2.5 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platinum-led/id6444297449/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **778** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | **78.8% of reviews** | 29.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 26 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [smalltech sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/289934568) | [Platinum LED Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800248541) |

## 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


### Platinum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platinum-led/id6444297449)

Control your lights using your phone's Bluetooth. Adjust on/off status, output strength, and set timers for up to nine groups of lights simultaneously.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth light control, Group up to 9 lights, On/off control, Output strength adjustment, Timing adjustment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlashLight LED HD free?

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

### Is Platinum free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FlashLight LED HD or Platinum?

FlashLight LED HD is rated higher. FlashLight LED HD averages 4.4 out of 5 from 778 ratings, while Platinum averages 2.5 from 27 ratings.

### Do FlashLight LED HD or Platinum have ads?

FlashLight LED HD shows ads; Platinum does not.

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

FlashLight LED HD ships an update every 5 weeks, and Platinum every 2 months. Most recently, FlashLight LED HD was updated on September 25, 2026 and Platinum on September 22, 2026.

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