Comparison

Flash Beacon vs ARKA Torch

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

Head to head
About

Flash Beacon

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Meet Flash Beacon — a simple utility for finding someone more easily in crowded places. Flash Beacon helps two users connect with a session code, then use visual signals, camera HUD guidance, and map support to spot each other more easily at festivals, concerts, clubs, outdoor events, and other crowded places. How it works: 1. Choose a color and icon 2. The host creates a session and shares the 6-digit code 3. The guest joins with the code 4. Use HUD Beacon and Map to help find the paired user 5. Use Flash Beacon as a bright visual signal when you are close Key features: Session code pairing: connect two users without an account HUD Beacon: camera HUD guidance for finding your paired user Map support: view paired-user location guidance Flash Beacon: use your screen as a bright visual beacon Color and icon customization: make yourself easier to recognize Simple, fast UI: built for quick use when you are on the move In-app purchases: Flash Beacon includes optional one-time icon pack purchases and an optional Beacon Pro monthly subscription. Beacon Pro lets the host create sessions, use HUD Beacon, use Map support, and access all icon packs while active. Only the host needs Beacon Pro to create a session. The guest can join with the session code. Important: GPS and direction guidance are approximate, especially indoors, in dense crowds, or at very close range. Results may vary depending on device sensors and location accuracy. Powered by Lighthouse Studios. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://lighthousestudiosapp.github.io/flashbeacon-legal/privacy.html

About

ARKA Torch

Features
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ARKA Torch turns your iPhone into the ultimate flashlight and lighting toolkit. Whether you need a bright LED torch, a colorful screen light, an emergency SOS signal, or a fun disco strobe — ARKA Torch has you covered. FEATURES ◉ LED Torch — Instant bright flashlight with adjustable brightness and quick presets (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%). Fine-tune with a smooth brightness slider. ◉ Screen Light — Turn your entire screen into a glowing light panel. Pick any color, save presets, and adjust brightness while active. ◉ Strobe Light — Adjustable frequency strobe with screen flash option. Perfect for signaling or creative use. ◉ SOS Signal — International Morse code SOS distress signal with LED flash and optional audio tone. Share your emergency message instantly. ◉ More Tools: • Candle — Realistic flickering candle flame with adjustable intensity • Disco — Color-cycling party light with 4 pattern presets (Rainbow, Strobe, Warm, Cool) • Morse Encoder — Type any text and flash it in Morse code with optional sound • Reading Light — Warm screen light with brightness control and warmth presets (Cool, Warm, Candle) • Police Strobe — Red and blue alternating strobe with adjustable speed • Compass — Digital compass with real-time heading ◉ Morse Reference — Built-in ITU Morse code chart for all letters and numbers ◉ Widget — Toggle your torch right from your home screen ARKA Torch Pro (optional upgrade) removes all ads for an uninterrupted experience. Designed to be fast, beautiful, and reliable. Open the app and your light is one tap away. Terms: https://arka-ai.com/legal/terms Privacy: https://arka-ai.com/legal/privacy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Flash Beacon4 screens
ARKA Torch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Flash Beacon at none against ARKA Torch's shown. Flash Beacon also leads on iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 16.0). ARKA Torch's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, 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. Flash Beacon sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ARKA Torch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flash Beacon ships an update every 3 months, ARKA Torch every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Flash Beacon versus ARKA Torch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlash BeaconARKA Torch
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBojan DrenovacARKA Systems LLC

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Flash Beacon

Subscriptions1
  • Beacon Pro$2.991 Month
One-time4
  • Signs Pack$0.99
  • Sports Pack$1.99
  • Seasonal Pack$2.99
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  • Premium$3.99
1 purchases

ARKA Torch

One-time1
  • ARKA Torch Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Flash Beacon free?
Flash Beacon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ARKA Torch free?
ARKA Torch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flash Beacon or ARKA Torch have ads?
ARKA Torch shows ads; Flash Beacon does not.
Which is updated more often, Flash Beacon or ARKA Torch?
Flash Beacon ships an update every 3 months, and ARKA Torch every 4 days. Most recently, Flash Beacon was updated on October 15, 2026 and ARKA Torch on October 13, 2026.

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