# screen vs Tap Night Light for Sleep

The clearest difference is rating: Tap Night Light for Sleep at 4.5 against screen's 2.4. Tap Night Light for Sleep also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 18 months) and review sentiment (75% vs 48%). screen's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.5). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tap Night Light for Sleep sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. screen asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tap Night Light for Sleep holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 197 and 257 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of screen's written reviews are positive against 75% of Tap Night Light for Sleep's.

screen ships an update every 18 months, Tap Night Light for Sleep every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | screen | Tap Night Light for Sleep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (197 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-light/id834851158/reviews) | **[4.5 (257 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-night-light-for-sleep/id6756037344/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 197 | **257** |
| Positive reviews | 48.1% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 4 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sakura apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/506336348) | [Better Sleep Rise Elite](https://appshunter.io/developer/1707143652) |

## What reviewers say

### screen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-light/id834851158)

This utility app provides a simple white or black screen with adjustable brightness. It offers soft and small illumination, controlled by dedicated sliders for screen color and brightness.

**Highlights:** White screen option, Black screen option, Adjustable brightness, Soft illumination, Small illumination

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Excellent for tracing flipbooks and light box alternatives
- 🎨 Simple, intuitive UI with easy brightness controls
- 🌙 Useful for reducing screen brightness beyond phone settings
- ♿ Helpful for light-sensitive users and those with autism
- 🔆 Provides soft ambient light for reading in bed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Intrusive banner ads at bottom of screen
- 🚫 No ad-free paid version available
- ❌ Misleading app description (ads not mentioned)
- 🐛 Ads frequently triggered accidentally during use
- 🔄 Screen doesn't stay on without interaction

**Reported bugs**

- App incompatible with older devices (iPad mini 2)
- Screen turns off without user interaction
- Ads pop up at wrong times during tracing
- Misleading preview images (don't show ads)

**Requested features**

- Ad-free paid version ($4.99-$9.99 suggested)
- Blue light filter option
- Color options beyond black and white
- Auto-hide sliders after adjustment
- Hide controls button for clean full screen


### Tap Night Light for Sleep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-night-light-for-sleep/id6756037344)

Transform your device into a gentle bedside lamp with customizable warm light and calming ambient sounds. Features include a sleep timer, a simple flashlight, and a distraction-free interface designed for relaxation and better sleep.

**Highlights:** Customizable warm light moods, Adjustable color warmth and brightness, Built-in calming soundscapes, Smart sleep timer for light and sound, One-tap LED flashlight, Distraction-free interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Tap Night Light Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Tap Night Light Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is screen free?

screen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Tap Night Light for Sleep free?

Tap Night Light for Sleep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, screen or Tap Night Light for Sleep?

Tap Night Light for Sleep is rated higher. screen averages 2.4 out of 5 from 197 ratings, while Tap Night Light for Sleep averages 4.5 from 257 ratings.

### Do screen or Tap Night Light for Sleep have ads?

Neither screen nor Tap Night Light for Sleep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, screen or Tap Night Light for Sleep?

screen ships an update every 18 months, and Tap Night Light for Sleep every 5 days. Most recently, screen was updated on November 6, 2026 and Tap Night Light for Sleep on November 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*