# Doctor Who: Sonic Screwdriver

> Official Doctor Who Sonic App

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id722364342](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id722364342)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id722364342`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Useless Creations Pty Ltd
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (54 ratings)
- **Version:** 13.0
- **Last updated:** 2019-12-06
- **First published:** 2013-11-06
- **Size:** 92 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-03
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-who-sonic-screwdriver/id722364342)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://uselessiphonestuff.com/sonicscrewdriver/privacy.txt](http://uselessiphonestuff.com/sonicscrewdriver/privacy.txt)

## Description

Official, licensed Doctor Who app that turns your device into a virtual Sonic Screwdriver. Explore twelve detailed Sonic Screwdrivers from across the Doctor Who universe, each with its own authentic sounds and features.

Features include AR backgrounds, QR and barcode scanning, photo sharing with #DoctorWho and #SonicScrewdriver, tilt and shake controls, adjustable zoom, flashlight mode, and more—bringing the iconic tool from the show into your pocket.

## Rankings

- #167,381 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users praise the app as a fun, feature-rich Doctor Who gadget with many screwdrivers and handy tools, plus frequent updates and good value. The main drawbacks are missing 13th Doctor content, stability bugs, and perceived upgrade value, along with mixed support. If these issues are addressed, it remains a popular Whovian favorite.

### Pros

- Fun and entertaining with a wide range of sonic sounds and Doctor Who vibes.
- Frequent updates and new content, including additional Doctor versions.
- Large collection of sonic screwdrivers across multiple Doctors.
- Multi-tool features in one app (3D model, flashlight, QR code reader, and camera).
- Good value for money and affordable.

### Cons

- Missing the 13th Doctor's sonic; updates for that version are slow or unavailable.
- Stability issues like crashes on open and feature-specific bugs (blank white screens).
- Some users feel upgrading offers little over the free version, questioning value.
- Occasional lack of timely developer support.

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