Comparison

Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) vs Flicker Light

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

Head to head
About

Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)

Measure rotational speeds of objects using your phone's flashlight, laser, or magnetic sensor. Detect precise RPMs with adjustable flicker frequencies and a wide measurement range. Ideal for analyzing fan speeds, engine RPMs, and more.

Highlights
  • Strobe tachometer function
  • Laser tachometer mode
  • Magnetic tachometer mode
  • Adjustable flicker frequency
  • RPM and Hz display
  • High precision measurement
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STROBE TACHOMETER When the flicker frequency of light coincides with the speed of any object, such as a fan, the rotating fan may appear to be stationary. Changing the frequency of the flicker of light may help detect the rotation speed. You may easily use the flicker frequency control buttons to quickly assign the flicker frequency with an accuracy of 0.0001 Hz (0.01 RPM): • Up to 1000 Hz (60 000 RPM) for a connected flashlight (see the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iq6Xiums05o). • Up to 100 Hz (6000 RPM) for the iPhone flashlight. IF THE SPEED IS MORE THAN UPPER LIMIT, YOU MAY STILL DETERMINE THE SPEED BY FIRST MAKING MEASUREMENTS WITH A LOWER FLICKER FREQUENCY AND THEN MAKING A SIMPLE CALCULATION (AS EXPLAINED IN THE APPENDIX). To change the frequency, you should simply press and hold the button. In the app settings, you can adjust the speed at which the flash rate changes when you press and hold the button. The flicker frequency can be displayed either in Hz or RPM. The image you see will be sharper in lower external light. After a long period of usage, in case of overheating, the iPhone flashlight turns off automatically. LASER TACHOMETER • Measurement range from 0.3 Hz (18 RPM) to 1000 Hz (60 000 RPM). • Step 0.01-0.0001 Hz (1-0.01 RPM). • Update time 1 sec. • 5 mW laser power required. MAGNETIC TACHOMETER This tachometer operates by measuring the magnetic field from a spinning magnet. The magnetic field is measured by the iPhone's magnetometer. The magnetic tachometer is best suited for measuring low rotation speeds (from 6 revolutions per minute). It can also be used for measuring medium rotation speeds (up to 2,700 RPM), but at such speeds there is a risk of spontaneous tearing away of the magnet and strong vibration due to center-of-gravity shift. • Measurement range from 0.1 Hz (6 RPM) to 45 Hz (2,700 RPM). • Step 0.2-2 %. • Update time 2-5 sec.

About

Flicker Light

This app simulates natural light patterns on your screen, mimicking the calming effect of 1/f fluctuations found in nature. It can be used as a gentle light source, with customizable settings and an automatic shut-off timer to conserve battery. The app also allows you to adjust the light's intensity and color.

Highlights
  • Reproduces natural flame sparkle (1/f fluctuation)
  • Maximizes screen brightness
  • Adjustable fluctuation strength and speed
  • Hides buttons for a clean display
  • Automatic turn-off timer
  • Selectable light colors
Features
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~ 1/f fluctuation reproduced on the whole screen ~ Even if there is no candle, this app gives out natural light for you. It reproduces 1/f fluctuation in nature, so it can be used as natural lighting. The light will be turned off automatically at the set time, so you will not waste the battery even if you use it when you go to bed. You can also use the iPhone in a lantern. Features: - Reproduce natural flame sparkle (1/f fluctuation) - Maximize screen brightness - Change the strength of fluctuation, speed etc - You can hide buttons - Automatically turn off at specified time - Color selectable

Screenshots

Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)4 screens
Flicker Light2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Flicker Light at 5.0 against Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)'s 4.3. Flicker Light also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (100% vs 69%). Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)'s advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 19 months) and ratings volume (83 vs 5). On price, ads 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. Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Flicker Light asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flicker Light holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) has 83 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Flicker Light's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) ships an update every 4 months, Flicker Light every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) versus Flicker Light: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrobe tachometer (RPM meter)Flicker Light
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (83 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings83 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 19 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.69.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDmitriy KharutskiyRyohei Minowa

Customer experience

Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)

All ratings83 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral4.8%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral6.0%
Negative25.0%

Flicker Light

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Strobe tachometer (RPM meter)

One-time2
  • Full version of the stroboscopic tachometer$2.99
  • Laser Tachometer and Magnetic$2.99
None

Flicker Light

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) free?
Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flicker Light free?
Flicker Light is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) or Flicker Light?
Flicker Light is rated higher. Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) averages 4.3 out of 5 from 83 ratings, while Flicker Light averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) or Flicker Light have ads?
Neither Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) nor Flicker Light shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) or Flicker Light?
Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) ships an update every 4 months, and Flicker Light every 19 months. Most recently, Strobe tachometer (RPM meter) was updated on October 21, 2026 and Flicker Light on October 6, 2026.

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