Comparison

SASS vs FlickerSense

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

Head to head
About

SASS

Features
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The SASS app makes it very easy for you to manage your SASS account, book into our classes and events and keep in touch with us. You can easily message us if you have a question or want to share something with us. You can also follow our public feed to see any announcements we make, promos we run, or content we share.

About

FlickerSense

Features
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FlickerSense turns your iPhone into a professional light analyzer. Detect invisible flicker, measure brightness, and check color temperature — all in seconds. Many artificial lights flicker at frequencies invisible to the eye but potentially harmful to your health. FlickerSense uses 240 FPS camera technology to detect flicker up to 120 Hz, helping you identify problematic lighting anywhere you spend time. ā–ø DETECT INVISIBLE FLICKER • Measure flicker frequency up to 120 Hz • Detect 100 Hz (50 Hz AC) and 120 Hz (60 Hz AC) flicker • See flicker intensity percentage • Identify potentially problematic lights ā–ø MEASURE LIGHT QUALITY • Brightness in lux • Color temperature in Kelvin • Melanopic blue light analysis (Premium) • Personalized recommendations ā–ø EASY TO USE • Point your camera at any light source • Get instant, detailed results • Standard or high-precision modes • No account required — works offline ā–ø PRIVACY FIRST • All data stays on your device • Camera never recorded or stored • No tracking or advertising ā–ø FREE FEATURES • Unlimited scans • Flicker, brightness & color temperature • 7-day scan history • Optional research contribution ā–ø PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlimited history + iCloud sync • Trends & analytics with charts • Locations with GPS mapping • Workplace compliance (EN 12464-1, OSHA, WELL) • Before/after scan comparisons • Export as CSV or PDF • Smart recommendations WHY CHECK YOUR LIGHTS? Flickering lights can cause headaches, migraines, eye strain, and difficulty concentrating. Common sources include LED bulbs, fluorescent tubes, dimmable lights, and cheap LED products. WHO IS FLICKERSENSE FOR? • People with eye strain or headaches at work • Those with migraines or photosensitivity • People with autism, ADHD, or sensory sensitivity • Parents, office workers, designers • Lighting professionals TECHNICAL DETAILS • 240 FPS capture for precise measurements • 120 Hz detection limit (Nyquist frequency) • FFT analysis for accurate frequency detection DISCLAIMER FlickerSense is not a medical device. Results are estimates based on camera analysis. Consult healthcare professionals for medical concerns. support@ephyrtech.com https://landing.ephyrtech.com/privacy-policy/ https://landing.ephyrtech.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

SASS4 screens
FlickerSense3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SASS at none against FlickerSense's 3. SASS also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. FlickerSense sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. SASS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
SASS versus FlickerSense: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSASSFlickerSense
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMomence, Inc.EphyrTech OÜ

In-app purchases

None

SASS

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FlickerSense

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$22.99

Questions

Is SASS free?
SASS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlickerSense free?
FlickerSense is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SASS or FlickerSense have ads?
Neither SASS nor FlickerSense shows ads.

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