Comparison

Flashlight vs HomeBeam

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Instant flashlight activation
  • Bright LED illumination
  • Large clock display
  • Remote watch control
  • Simple controls
Features
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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.

About

HomeBeam

Features
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HomeBeam – Reimagine, organize, and share any space instantly Redesign any room from floor to ceiling, even during a property visit or client meeting. HomeBeam lets you adjust every detail and present professional visuals on the spot. Customize every detail of a room in seconds Change flooring, wall colors, materials, furniture, lighting, and décor. Test multiple styles, compare different atmospheres, and get ultra‑realistic results instantly. Unlimited styles and finishes Modern, minimalist, Scandinavian, industrial, or bohemian—explore an endless library of styles and fine‑tune every element to match your vision or your client’s needs. Smart AI that understands your space in real time Take a photo during a visit, and HomeBeam instantly analyzes the room to generate optimized layouts, color suggestions, furniture options, and more. Show multiple design visions for the same space Present different possibilities within seconds to reveal the full potential of any room. Perfect for convincing buyers, reassuring tenants, or inspiring clients. Keep everything organized with Projects Group your visuals by property, by client, or by project. Access all your proposals anytime, ready to reuse or present again. Stay on top of your work with smart Notifications Get reminders for ongoing projects, receive style suggestions, or track shared visuals effortlessly. Instant, professional sharing With one tap, share high‑definition visuals on WhatsApp, SMS, email, or social media. Ideal for sending right after a visit, with no delay. Designed for both professionals and individuals Real estate agents, interior designers, architects, or design enthusiasts—HomeBeam helps anyone showcase a room’s potential instantly, on‑site or remotely. Coming soon: immersive 3D mode Present your ideas from an even more realistic angle with high‑quality 3D views. What used to take hours of planning, sketches, or costly consultations can now be done in seconds—right during a visit or meeting. Visualize, optimize, organize, and share. HomeBeam makes every space presentation simple and impactful. This app uses Apple’s Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Flashlight2 screens
HomeBeam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flashlight at none against HomeBeam's 1. HomeBeam's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months). On price 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. HomeBeam sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month. Flashlight asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flashlight ships an update every 3 months, HomeBeam every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Flashlight versus HomeBeam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashlightHomeBeam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (99K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings99K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim O's Studios, LLCHOMEBEAM INC

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

HomeBeam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Flashlight

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

HomeBeam

Subscriptions1
  • HomeBeam7 Days trial$29.991 Month

Questions

Is Flashlight free?
Flashlight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HomeBeam free?
HomeBeam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flashlight or HomeBeam have ads?
Flashlight shows ads; HomeBeam does not.
Which is updated more often, Flashlight or HomeBeam?
Flashlight ships an update every 3 months, and HomeBeam every 2 days. Most recently, Flashlight was updated on October 19, 2026 and HomeBeam on October 14, 2026.

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