# Flashlight vs LUZ

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flashlight at 91% against LUZ's 7%. Flashlight also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). LUZ's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LUZ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Flashlight asks for nothing beyond the download.

Flashlight holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight has 99K ratings behind it against 134, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Flashlight's written reviews are positive against 7% of LUZ's.

Flashlight ships an update every 6 months, LUZ monthly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight | LUZ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (99K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-night-light-clock/id493794012/reviews)** | [4.1 (134 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luz-screen-light-color-box/id6480193192/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **99K** | 134 |
| Positive reviews | **90.5% of reviews** | 6.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tim O's Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412839685) | [Sihoooo Network Technology Co Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725503497) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashlight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight-night-light-clock/id493794012)

This utility app provides an immediate and bright flashlight experience. It also features a large, easy-to-read clock, making it ideal for nightstand use. Control the light remotely from a smartwatch.

**Highlights:** Instant flashlight activation, Bright LED illumination, Large clock display, Remote watch control, Simple controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Bright and powerful light
- ⏱️ Useful clock feature
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔍 Convenient for dark situations
- 💡 Helpful for finding things in the dark

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Loud ads disrupt use
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🔆 Could use adjustable brightness levels

**Reported bugs**

- Ads block use of the flashlight
- Flashlight doesn't work when phone is off

**Requested features**

- Customizable brightness settings
- Option to disable automatic light on app open
- Color changing light modes


### LUZ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luz-screen-light-color-box/id6480193192)

Enhance your photos and videos with customizable screen lighting. Features include adjustable color temperatures for portraits, a dreamy palette for night use, and dynamic color transitions for mood lighting. It also offers a strobe mode for parties.

**Highlights:** Adjustable color temperature for portraits, Dreamy color palette for night use, Flowing color transitions for mood, Customizable strobe light effects, Integrated studio camera for selfies and vlogs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pro | $7.99 | per year |
| Pro lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashlight free?

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

### Is LUZ free?

LUZ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flashlight or LUZ?

Flashlight is rated higher. Flashlight averages 4.9 out of 5 from 99K ratings, while LUZ averages 4.1 from 134 ratings.

### Do Flashlight or LUZ have ads?

Flashlight shows ads; LUZ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flashlight or LUZ?

Flashlight ships an update every 6 months, and LUZ monthly. Most recently, Flashlight was updated on September 26, 2026 and LUZ on September 26, 2026.

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