Comparison

@Flash vs Smart Torch MultiTool

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

@Flash

This advanced utility app transforms your device into a powerful flashlight with multiple modes. It can send and decode Morse code messages using light or sound, and even function as a distress signal. The app offers customizable settings and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Powerful LED torch
  • Multiple light modes
  • Morse code sender/decoder
  • Semaphore modes
  • SOS distress signal
  • Customizable startup behavior
  • Sound notifications
Features
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@Flash is much more than a cool and powerful pocket torch! It is the most complete flashlight around- with seven operation modes including two semaphore modes and the capacity to send Morse messages and decode them using light or sound. Downloading @Flash you will get the most advanced flashlight ever developed for a mobile device, which is the first one able to decode light and sound messages. In addition, @Flash can be used as a distress-signalling device, which can come very handy whenever a phone call is not possible. Just check it out, you will love it and it’s free! @Flash includes: - A strong torch using the LED flash; if the device does not have a LED it will automatically use the screen. - Many torch modes including a normal mode, a pusher mode or a pulsating light mode. - Application Settings accessible using the device Settings App to configure the default behavior of the light at start up: Always On, Always Off or Last State. - An SOS mode to easily send a distress signal whenever needed. - A message transmission mode to send any Morse message you mind. - Two semaphore modes that come in very handy in many situations. - A complete list of the Morse Codes touching the SOS or the Message mode buttons when the 3 points appear (Pro Version). - A decoder to read light and sound messages coming from another @Flash App, when there is a good signal to noise ratio. - The possibility to upgrade to a Pro, ad free version of the App with a complete list of the Morse Codes and an improved decoding algorithm using an In App Purchase. - Selected sound to improve user experience. - A shaking control to reset the status of the App or to go back to the main screen. - A design thought to memorize and adapt to your preferences. - It is available in various languages, including: English, Spanish, French, Deutsch, Italian, Portuguese and Catalan. Disclaimer: Continued use of the LED flash can dramatically decrease battery life. Pulsing light can induce epileptic attacks to those with labile epilepsy; do not point the torch towards the face of others or yourself when the light is pulsing. @Flash is intended to be used with an iPhone 4 where it will show its full potential- using the LED flash to make light, the speakers to produce sound and encode messages and the microphone and the video camera to receive and decode them. Nevertheless, @Flash will automatically adapt to other devices not having all the capabilities of an iPhone4 searching for the best workaround to overcome these limitations, such as generating light with the screen whenever a LED flash is not available and so on. Contact: mobile@evolutive.co Website: https://evolutive.co/

About

Smart Torch MultiTool

This utility app offers a powerful and versatile lighting tool, going beyond a simple flashlight. It features multiple flashlight modes, adjustable strobe and SOS signals, and a full-screen color light. Additionally, it includes a built-in compass and an auto shut-off timer for convenience and battery saving.

Highlights
  • Multiple flashlight modes
  • Adjustable strobe and SOS modes
  • Full-screen color light
  • Built-in compass
  • Auto shut-off timer
  • Screen brightness control
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More than just a flashlight. A complete lighting and utility tool for everyday and emergency use. This app combines power, simplicity, and versatility in one intuitive package. Whether you need a steady beam, a flashing light, or an ambient screen glow — it’s all here. Key Features: • Multiple flashlight modes – slider, toggle, and user-configured presets • Strobe mode – adjustable speed with smooth slide control • SOS mode – preconfigured flashes for emergencies • Full-screen color light – transform your screen into a customizable light source • Built-in compass – always know which way is north • Auto shut-off timer – ideal for reading, sleeping, or saving battery • Screen brightness control – adjust display intensity for any setting • Fast & intuitive interface – minimal, elegant design focused on functionality Perfect for: • Night walks or running • Power outages • Finding things in the dark • Emergency signaling • Camping or travel • Creating ambient mood lighting • ... and many more! Simple, powerful, and designed to give you more than just light. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

@Flash4 screens
Smart Torch MultiTool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: @Flash at none against Smart Torch MultiTool's shown. @Flash also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). Smart Torch MultiTool's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. @Flash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart Torch MultiTool sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

@Flash holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 100 and 56 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

@Flash ships an update every 3 months, Smart Torch MultiTool every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
@Flash versus Smart Torch MultiTool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter@FlashSmart Torch MultiTool
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (100 ratings) — better4.5 (56 ratings)
Positive reviews71.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings100 — better56
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEvolutive Apps S.L.Samuel Rodas Aroche

Customer experience

@Flash

All ratings100 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews135 reviews
Positive71.9%
Neutral8.1%
Negative20.0%

Smart Torch MultiTool

All ratings56 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.7%

Bugs and requests

@Flash

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Morse code send/receive not working
  • App hangs or crashes
  • Flashlight not working as expected
  • App crashes when trying to submit reviews
  • App crashes after switching from other apps
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  • App restarts when switching apps

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improve startup time
  • Add instructions
  • Make camera optional
  • Improve performance on older devices
  • Add wow effect for Apple users

Smart Torch MultiTool

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

@Flash

One-time1
  • @Flash Pro version$1.99
2 purchases

Smart Torch MultiTool

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • PRO$4.99

Questions

Is @Flash free?
@Flash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Torch MultiTool free?
Smart Torch MultiTool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, @Flash or Smart Torch MultiTool?
@Flash is rated higher. @Flash averages 4.8 out of 5 from 100 ratings, while Smart Torch MultiTool averages 4.5 from 56 ratings.
Do @Flash or Smart Torch MultiTool have ads?
Smart Torch MultiTool shows ads; @Flash does not.
Which is updated more often, @Flash or Smart Torch MultiTool?
@Flash ships an update every 3 months, and Smart Torch MultiTool every 2 months. Most recently, @Flash was updated on October 7, 2026 and Smart Torch MultiTool on October 1, 2026.

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