Comparison

Flashlight ⁌ vs Flashlight Handy

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

Head to head
About

Flashlight ⁌

This app provides instant illumination using your device's camera flash or a bright white screen. It offers simple controls for continuous light or on-demand activation, with adjustable intensity and saved settings. Discover numerous practical uses, from finding lost items to signaling.

Highlights
  • Instant on
  • Sliding switch for continuous light
  • Touch button for on-demand light
  • Adjustable light intensity
  • Save light intensity settings
  • Morse code functionality
  • Strobe effect
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*** Recent Reviews *** * "Exactly what it should be, a Flashlight!" * "I have not used a better flashlight app. As far as I'm concerned this is by far the best!" Flashlight ⁌ comes on Instantly! This app looks and acts just like that real flashlight you owned for years! Looks great on your home screen! SIMPLEST TO USE * Sliding switch to keep the light on continuously. (iPhone 4) * Touch button that turns the light on when you touch it, and off when you release it. (iPhone 4) * Disable auto lock for continuous operation * Light intensity can now be controlled by the position of the switch. * Light intensity is saved between uses. MULTIPLE USES • Find your way in the dark • Find your keys • Read a book at night • Send morse code • Signal for help • Strobe your friends • Check on the kids • Much, much more Flashlight ⁌ uses the camera flash on the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s, and displays a white screen on other devices Don't forget to rate "Flashlight ⁌" in iTunes.

About

Flashlight Handy

Features
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Turn your phone into a powerful and flexible lighting tool with Flashlight Pro — packed with smart features for everyday use and emergency moments. Key Features: - Multiple flashlight modes: SOS signal, blinking/strobe, and notification-style flash. - Screen light with custom colors: Choose any color you like for a vibrant or subtle glow. - Special effects: Traffic light simulation (Red-Green blink), combined Blink & SOS effects on both flash and screen. - Auto turn-off timer: Set it and forget it — perfect for conserving battery. - Adjustable screen brightness: Customize intensity for comfort or dramatic flair. Whether you’re stuck in a blackout, heading into the wild, or just vibing with moody lights, Flashlight Pro is your go-to companion — clean, effective, and just fun to use.

Screenshots

Flashlight ⁌3 screens
Flashlight Handy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Flashlight ⁌ at none against Flashlight Handy's shown. Flashlight ⁌ also leads on iOS requirement (6.1 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Flashlight ⁌ versus Flashlight Handy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashlight ⁌Flashlight Handy
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.1 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJV-Apps, LLCMinh Ngoc Nguyen

Bugs and requests

Flashlight ⁌

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes on launch for some users
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add brightness/intensity control
  • Allow light to stay on when screen is locked
  • Include more color options

Flashlight Handy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Flashlight ⁌

No in-app purchases

None

Flashlight Handy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flashlight ⁌ free?
Flashlight ⁌ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flashlight Handy free?
Flashlight Handy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flashlight ⁌ or Flashlight Handy have ads?
Flashlight Handy shows ads; Flashlight ⁌ does not.

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