Shake for the flashlight

Name: Shake for the flashlight
Rating: 3.5641026 (146 reviews)
Author: Commanche

By: Commanche App

Turn on your flashlight by shaking your phone – fast, simple, ad-free

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

32,088 ▲ 124

Data as of 2026-09-02

Rating:

3.56

(146)

Version:

2.9

Last updated: 2026-08-04

Ranking

#358,770 ▼ 875

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Shake for the Flashlight is a handy Chrome extension that lets you turn your phone's camera LED flashlight on or off simply by shaking your device. This feature works even when your phone screen is locked, enabling quick access to light without unlocking your phone or searching for buttons. The app runs quietly in the background, saving your time and battery, and is completely free with no ads or unnecessary permissions. It's ultra-small in size, making it efficient and user-friendly.

Key features include shaking to toggle the flashlight, functionality with a locked screen, ad-free experience, minimal permissions, and a free, lightweight design. Perfect for anyone needing quick, hassle-free lighting access from their phone.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Privacy & Security

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Version:

2.9 Last updated: 2026-08-04

Version code:

Creation date:

2023-01-25

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE Moderate risk
android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk

Size:

7.99MB

Email:

co*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-02

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 358,770 ▼ 875

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Developed by:

Commanche

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cz.komurka.shake.flashlight

Email:

co*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://komurka.cz

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app's simplicity, lack of ads, and customizable shake sensitivity, which allows easy flashlight activation even with the screen off. However, multiple users report inconsistent performance across devices, especially some Samsung models, leading to unreliable flashlight activation. Sensitivity settings sometimes do not meet user expectations, and unclear usage counters and persistent notifications are minor annoyances. Overall, it is highly regarded for its core functionality where it works well.

Pros

No ads or in-app purchases, providing a clean user experience.
Simple, easy to use interface with straightforward functionality.
Customizable sensitivity settings allow users to adjust shake intensity for activation.
Works in screen sleep mode on many devices.
Reliable flashlight activation on supported phones when configured correctly.

Cons

Inconsistent or sporadic performance; does not work reliably on some devices or models, especially certain Samsung phones.
Sensitivity can be too high or too low for some users, causing frustration.
App usage counter is unclear and may confuse users about app limitations.
Notification cannot be disabled easily by default, which some users find annoying.
Drains battery on some devices during use.