Comparison

Frame vs Flashlight Lightbeam

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

Head to head
About

Frame

Transform your device into an information hub with customizable clock styles, curated news headlines, weather updates, and a Pomodoro timer. Stay informed and focused with essential information presented elegantly.

Highlights
  • Customizable clock styles
  • Curated news headlines
  • Weather at a glance
  • Built-in Pomodoro timer
  • RSS feed support
Features
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Transform your device into a vibrant hub of information and serenity. Experience the magic as your device comes to life, providing you with all the essential information at a single glance. With the clock view, your screen becomes an elegant timepiece, showcasing the current time in 3 customizable styles. No more struggling to find the time; it's right there, beautifully presented and always accessible. Stay informed and updated effortlessly with our news view. Get a curated selection of the latest headlines and trending topics from reliable sources, conveniently displayed on your screen. Say goodbye to endless scrolling and stay in the know with a quick glance. Remember you can always add your own RSS feed source. But that’s not all, Frame supports your well-being too. Check your current weather at a glance, and use the built-in Pomodoro timer to stay focused, productive, or simply take a mindful break. Elevate your experience with this all-in-one app, where convenience meets elegance and tranquility. Embrace the power of information and relaxation, all in the palm of your hand. Revive your old device and embark on a journey of seamless productivity and blissful moments. Download now and rediscover the full potential of your device! EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://codeone88.github.io/privacy

About

Flashlight Lightbeam

This utility app provides a powerful and user-friendly flashlight with customizable light patterns and adjustable color temperature. It prioritizes user privacy by not collecting any data. Access all functions quickly and easily whenever you need light.

Highlights
  • Customizable light patterns
  • Adjustable color temperature
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Fast access to functions
  • No data collection
  • Powerful LED light
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- Customized light patterns: Create, save and play - perfect for any occasion. - Change color temperature: depending on the model, you can switch the LED to warm or cool white - User-friendly: Intuitive operation, lightning-fast access to all functions. - Maximum privacy: No data collection - your safety comes first. - Powerful flashlight: Always at hand when you need light.

Screenshots

Frame2 screens
Flashlight Lightbeam3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Frame at 5.0 against Flashlight Lightbeam's 4.2. Frame also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.1). Flashlight Lightbeam's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Frame sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Flashlight Lightbeam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Frame holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight Lightbeam has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Frame versus Flashlight Lightbeam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFrameFlashlight Lightbeam
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.2 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developersantiago ortegaLeonhard Hundschell

Customer experience

Frame

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Flashlight Lightbeam

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Frame

One-time1
  • Frame PRO$3.99
1 purchases

Flashlight Lightbeam

One-time1
  • Flashlight Lightbeam$1.99

Questions

Is Frame free?
Frame is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flashlight Lightbeam free?
Flashlight Lightbeam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Frame or Flashlight Lightbeam?
Frame is rated higher. Frame averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Flashlight Lightbeam averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Frame or Flashlight Lightbeam have ads?
Neither Frame nor Flashlight Lightbeam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Frame or Flashlight Lightbeam?
Frame ships an update every 2 weeks, and Flashlight Lightbeam every 2 weeks. Most recently, Frame was updated on October 19, 2026 and Flashlight Lightbeam on October 24, 2026.

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