# iMicroscope vs Lightsaber flashlight

The clearest difference is price: Lightsaber flashlight at Free against iMicroscope's $3.99. Lightsaber flashlight also leads on review sentiment (56% vs 31%). iMicroscope's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On device support there is nothing between them.

Lightsaber flashlight is free to download; iMicroscope costs $3.99 up front. Lightsaber flashlight sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iMicroscope asks for nothing beyond the download.

iMicroscope holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iMicroscope has 624 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 31% of iMicroscope's written reviews are positive against 56% of Lightsaber flashlight's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iMicroscope ships an update every 2 months, Lightsaber flashlight every 11 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMicroscope | Lightsaber flashlight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.2 (624 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imicroscope-magnifying-glass/id577434784/reviews)** | [3.2 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightsaber-flashlight/id1207352109/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **624** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | 31.3% of reviews | **55.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 11 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | — |
| Size | 12 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.4** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [elklab UG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1117016330) | [CHI HAO CHIU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1059226484) |

## What reviewers say

### iMicroscope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imicroscope-magnifying-glass/id577434784)

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Transform your phone into a powerful microscope to explore the microscopic world. View tiny objects with high magnification, capture detailed images, and share your discoveries. Perfect for examining everyday items with incredible clarity.

**Highlights:** High-powered magnification, Capture detailed images, Real-time AirPlay viewing, Examine small objects, Share discoveries

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 📸 Good for nature observation and plant identification
- 💾 Ability to save and store images
- 🔦 Built-in flashlight feature
- 🎨 Retro design aesthetic

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Limited magnification (only 8x zoom)
- 🔍 Poor image quality at higher zoom levels
- 📉 Blurry and grainy results
- 💰 Not worth the $1.99-$2.00 price
- 📱 No better than built-in iPhone camera zoom

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when saving images to photo album
- Camera shutter fails to open
- Incompatibility with iPhone 14 Pro and newer models
- Image quality degrades significantly at higher zoom levels
- App crashes on startup for some users

**Requested features**

- Zoom capability for saved images
- Higher magnification levels (beyond 8x)
- Improved image clarity and detail at maximum zoom
- Better performance with newer iPhone models
- Refund option for dissatisfied users


### Lightsaber flashlight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightsaber-flashlight/id1207352109)

Transform your phone's flashlight into a Star Wars-themed lightsaber. Enjoy realistic sound effects triggered by motion, adding a fun and attention-grabbing element to your lighting.

**Highlights:** Star Wars style flashlight, Realistic lightsaber sounds, Action sensor for sound effects, Convenient lighting, Attention-grabbing feature

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightSaber Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMicroscope free?

iMicroscope costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Lightsaber flashlight free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iMicroscope or Lightsaber flashlight?

iMicroscope is rated higher. iMicroscope averages 4.2 out of 5 from 624 ratings, while Lightsaber flashlight averages 3.2 from 22 ratings.

### Do iMicroscope or Lightsaber flashlight have ads?

Lightsaber flashlight shows ads; iMicroscope does not.

### Which is updated more often, iMicroscope or Lightsaber flashlight?

iMicroscope ships an update every 2 months, and Lightsaber flashlight every 11 months. Most recently, iMicroscope was updated on October 26, 2026 and Lightsaber flashlight on October 26, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*