# Thunder Sounds vs Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)

The clearest difference is rating: Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) at 4.6 against Thunder Sounds's 2.2. Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 20%). Thunder Sounds's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Thunder Sounds's written reviews are positive against 50% of Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)'s.

Thunder Sounds ships an update every 5 weeks, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thunder Sounds | Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunder-sounds/id1070676980/reviews) | **[4.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulator-wads/id1482707561/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 10 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Leafgreen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1070668841) | [Scott Dodson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033778296) |

## What reviewers say

### Thunder Sounds

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunder-sounds/id1070676980)

Experience the powerful sounds of thunder with high-quality recordings. Perfect for relaxation, simulating storms, or for children to enjoy the force of nature. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a thunderstorm anytime.

**Highlights:** High-quality thunder sounds, Relaxing storm audio, Simulate thunderstorm atmosphere, Suitable for kids and babies, Authentic thunder rumbles and cracks

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulator-wads/id1482707561)

Create a personalized thunderstorm experience to aid relaxation and sleep. Customize rain intensity, thunder frequency, lightning effects, and background sounds. Includes a sleep timer with audio fade-out.

**Highlights:** Customizable thunderstorm types, Adjustable rain and thunder sounds, Toggleable lightning effects, Background ambient sounds, Sleep timer with fade-out, Bluetooth and AirPlay support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thunder Sounds free?

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

### Is Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) free?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Thunder Sounds or Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) is rated higher. Thunder Sounds averages 2.2 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) averages 4.6 from 12 ratings.

### Do Thunder Sounds or Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) have ads?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) shows ads; Thunder Sounds does not.

### Which is updated more often, Thunder Sounds or Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)?

Thunder Sounds ships an update every 5 weeks, and Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) every 4 months. Most recently, Thunder Sounds was updated on October 24, 2026 and Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) on October 24, 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.*