# Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) vs Menu Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Menu Reader at 100% against Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch)'s 55%. Menu Reader also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch)'s advantage is monetization model (free vs paid) and ratings volume (185 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) costs $1.99 and Menu Reader $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Menu Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) has 185 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Menu Reader's.

Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) ships an update every 5 months, Menu Reader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) | Menu Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnifying-glass-pro-torch/id898723944/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/menu-reader-magnify-and-flash/id6472053838/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **185** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 55.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#126** | — |
| Size | 5 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RV AppStudios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/340181308) | [PRABHA ELIZABETH MATTAPPALLY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716559353) |

## What reviewers say

### Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnifying-glass-pro-torch/id898723944)

**Currently charting:** #126 Top Paid · Food & Drink (US App Store)

This app combines a digital magnifier with a bright LED flashlight. Easily read small print on menus, medicine bottles, or device serial numbers with adjustable zoom and high contrast mode. Save captured images to your library.

**Highlights:** Digital magnifier, LED flashlight, Adjustable zoom (1.0X - 5.0X), High contrast mode, Save captured pictures

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Menu Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/menu-reader-magnify-and-flash/id6472053838)

Easily read restaurant menus in dim lighting with adjustable screen brightness and magnification. Customize your reading experience discreetly without disturbing your dining companions.

**Highlights:** Adjustable light levels, Customizable screen brightness, Variable magnification zoom, Left-handed user support, Defaults to low settings on exit

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) free?

Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Menu Reader free?

Menu Reader costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) or Menu Reader?

Menu Reader is rated higher. Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while Menu Reader averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) or Menu Reader have ads?

Neither Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) nor Menu Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) or Menu Reader?

Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) ships an update every 5 months, and Menu Reader fortnightly. Most recently, Magnifying Glass Pro (Torch) was updated on November 6, 2026 and Menu Reader on November 4, 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.*