Flip a Coin App vs Stud Finder®
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flip a Coin App
Simulate coin tosses with this free application. Settle arguments or make decisions by tapping your screen to flip a virtual coin. Choose from different coin designs and enjoy a random outcome just like a real coin flip.
- Random coin flips
- Choose different coins
- Universal app support
- Dark Mode support
- Messages sticker pack
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You're arguing with a friend about something, and you decide you'll settle the argument the old fashion way: flip a coin! Don't have any change? No problem! Use the Flip a Coin App! Flip a Coin App is FREE! All you have to do is tap your iPhone or iPad screen to flip! Features: -Universal application! Flip a Coin app looks great on both your iPhone and your iPad! -Lands on heads or tails. It's a random coin flip just like in real life. -Choose different coins to flip! -On iPad open multiple windows to flip more than one coin. -Comes with a Sticker pack for Messages (iOS 10 and later only). -Supports Dark Mode (iOS 13 and later only). Flip a Coin App will do the flipping for you when you tap, just remember to CALL IT IN THE AIR! -- Photographic Credit: The Susan B. Anthony dollar images used in this app are courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
Stud Finder®
This utility app uses your iPhone's magnetometer to detect metal studs behind walls. Simply hold your device near the wall and observe the indicator for changes in the magnetic field. For best results, remove any external case from your phone.
- Detect metal studs
- Uses magnetometer
- Measures magnetic field
- Indicator for metal proximity
- Instructions for accuracy
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Find the right spot. Mount with confidence. Turn your iPhone into a handy magnetic stud finder. Use your device’s built-in magnetic sensor to locate magnetic changes that may indicate screws, nails, or other ferrous metal behind a wall. Follow the needle, watch the live graph, and hear stronger signals as you scan. Try Pro with a 3-day free trial on the Weekly plan for eligible new subscribers. FEATURES • Unlimited Scanning (Pro Required) Scan without measurement time limits or interruptions. • Live Signal Gauge & Graph (Pro Required) See magnetic changes through a responsive needle and a live graph with X, Y, and Z readings. • Adjustable Sensitivity (Pro Required for Scanning) Fine-tune the detector’s response to suit your surroundings. • Sound & Haptic Detection (Pro Required) Keep your attention on the wall. Faster beeps and firmer haptic feedback help you follow stronger signals. Turn both off whenever you prefer. • Simple, Illustrated Instructions Learn how to prepare the sensor, scan steadily, and look for signal peaks with a three-step guide. • Flexible Viewing (Pro Required for Scanning) Scan in portrait or landscape, with layouts adapted for iPhone and iPad. START WITH A FREE TRIAL Explore Pro with a 3-day free trial on the Weekly subscription, subject to eligibility. Weekly and Yearly plans are available. Pricing and trial availability are shown before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled before renewal through your App Store account settings. PLEASE NOTE Stud Finder detects magnetic field changes; it does not directly detect wood. Results depend on your device, distance, metal type, and nearby magnetic interference. Terms Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
Flip a Coin App and Stud Finder® both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of Flip a Coin App's written reviews are positive against 8% of Stud Finder®'s. Stud Finder®'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (23K vs 3.5K). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Flip a Coin App sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Stud Finder® sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Flip a Coin App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stud Finder® has 23K ratings behind it against 3.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Flip a Coin App's written reviews are positive against 8% of Stud Finder®'s.
Flip a Coin App ships an update every 2 months, Stud Finder® every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flip a Coin App | Stud Finder® |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (3.5K ratings) — better | 4.4 (23K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews — better | 7.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3.5K | 23K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | App Tyrant Corp | Tue Nguyen Minh |
Customer experience
Flip a Coin App
Stud Finder®
User reviews
Flip a Coin App
From 3.5K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Helpful for making decisions
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 💡 Variety of coin options
- 🎉 Fun and entertaining
Room to improve
- 🐛 Inconsistent or biased results
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🔇 Sound settings don't work
- 🤔 Lacks advanced features
Stud Finder®
From 23K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Accurately detects metal objects
- 💡 Innovative use of phone sensors
- 👍 Helpful for specific use cases
Room to improve
- 🔒 Aggressive monetization with constant upgrade prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent and unreliable performance
- 👎 Limited functionality in free version
- 🕰️ Extremely short usage time before lockout
Bugs and requests
Flip a Coin App
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes or doesn't open
- Coin always lands on the same side
- Ads disrupt the user experience
Requested features
4 requests- Add more coin options (e.g. silver dollar)
- Improve randomness of coin flips
- Add sound effects and animations
- Provide more customization options
Stud Finder®
Reported bugs
3 issues- Fails to detect known metal objects
- Erratic behavior and constant beeping
- Upgrade issues even after purchase
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to detect wooden studs
- Longer free trial period
- More intuitive user interface
In-app purchases
Flip a Coin App
- U.S. Historical Coins$2.99
- Remove Ads$3.99
Stud Finder®
- Stud Finder Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Stud Finder Pro (Yearly)$9.991 Year
- Pro Features$1.99
Questions
Is Flip a Coin App free?
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