Flashlight vs BoatSecure
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flashlight
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.
- Instant flashlight activation
- Bright LED illumination
- Large clock display
- Remote watch control
- Simple controls
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Doesn't get much better than this app! Easy-to-use and convenient flashlight that turns on immediately upon launching the app. With an all black background and large clock, this app makes the perfect addition to your nightstand. The best, fastest, and brightest flashlight available! Turn you iPhone into a handy light in the darkness! Features: + Remote control your phone's LED from your watch + Simple and tasteful controls + Uses the LED for powerful illumination + Launches with light on for the fastest light turn on possible + Conveniently displays local time + Large Clock, perfect for night time use Disclaimer: Continued use of the flashlight may dramatically decrease battery life.
BoatSecure
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The BoatSecure solution consists of a device and software app that work together to offer peace of mind for boat owners. It allows remote wireless monitoring of bilge pumps, batteries, shore power, GPS location, and intruders. Designed for boats in marinas or on moorings, BoatSecure provides 24/7 status of key indicators that all is running well on board your boat. BoatSecure continuously checks: That shore power connection is working correctly Your on-board boat battery is charged That the boat bilge pump is working reliably and there are no unexpected leaks Anchor drift GPS location checked & alert if the boat moves from mooring Two optional relays to monitor and alarm for intruders Our BoatSecure phone app provides a simple view of your boat status and notifications sent when there is a critical issue on your boat. If you have more than one boat, or manage a portfolio of boats, you can see them all in the phone and web apps. Our web app allows you to manage who else can see your boat status and receive notifications. Visit our website and learn more about BoatSecure at www.boatsecure.net
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: BoatSecure at none against Flashlight's shown. BoatSecure also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Flashlight ships an update every 3 months, BoatSecure every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flashlight | BoatSecure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (99K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 90.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 99K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tim O's Studios, LLC | IoT Ventures Ltd |
Bugs and requests
Flashlight
Reported bugs
2 issues- Ads block use of the flashlight
- Flashlight doesn't work when phone is off
Requested features
3 requests- Customizable brightness settings
- Option to disable automatic light on app open
- Color changing light modes
BoatSecure
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Flashlight
No in-app purchases
BoatSecure
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Flashlight free?
Is BoatSecure free?
Do Flashlight or BoatSecure have ads?
Which is updated more often, Flashlight or BoatSecure?
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