Comparison

Flashlight vs SOSLight

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

Head to head
About

Flashlight

Instantly transform your device into a Morse code transmitter, emitting SOS distress signals for emergency communication. Features a simple interface for quick operation and a Morse keyboard and translator.

Highlights
  • Morse code transmitter
  • SOS distress signal
  • Emergency communication
  • Morse keyboard
  • Morse translator
Features
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- Instantly signal for help by transforming your iOS device into a Morse code transmitter, emitting the SOS distress signal. - Access emergency communication swiftly with a simple interface designed for quick operation. - Ensure safety wherever you are with this essential tool on your iOS device. - Morse keyboard - Morse translator

About

SOSLight

Features
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Turn your phone into a Morse code beacon. SOSLight blinks your flashlight (or full-screen white light) in international Morse code so rescuers, hikers, and sailors can spot your signal in the dark. When the power is out, when you are off-grid, or when you simply need to be seen — tap a preset and let the light do the talking. KEY FEATURES • Plain flashlight mode — one tap for instant, steady light • Built-in emergency presets — SOS, HELP, FIRE, MAYDAY, CQD, SOS-PAN, recognized worldwide • Custom messages — type any phrase and it is converted to Morse automatically • Infinite loop playback — keeps signaling until rescuers arrive • Automatic fallback — uses the screen as a beacon on devices without a torch • 100% on-device — no network, no account, no ads, no tracking WHO IT IS FOR • Hikers, climbers, sailors, and night cyclists who need a visible distress signal • Anyone preparing for power outages, earthquakes, or natural disasters • Students and hobbyists learning Morse code • Outdoor enthusiasts who want a dependable signal light PRIVACY SOSLight does not access your camera images, photos, location, or network. The only permission it requests is flashlight (torch) control, and nothing is collected, stored, or transmitted off the device. Emergencies do not announce themselves. Keep SOSLight on your home screen and call for help with light when seconds matter.

Screenshots

Flashlight3 screens
SOSLight3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Flashlight at 15.0 against SOSLight's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Flashlight versus SOSLight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashlightSOSLight
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKhang Leheewook shin

In-app purchases

None

Flashlight

No in-app purchases

None

SOSLight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flashlight free?
Flashlight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SOSLight free?
SOSLight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flashlight or SOSLight have ads?
Both Flashlight and SOSLight show ads.

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