Comparison

Thunder Sounds vs Thunderstorm simulation

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Thunder Sounds

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
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Listen to the deep booms and cracks of thunder with these high quality sounds! Do you love to curl up under a blanket and drift to sleep listening to the sound of a storm outside? Or perhaps you love to sit at the window watching for lightning and counting until you hear thunder to see how close the storm is? Whether you find the sound of a thunderstorm to be relaxing or exhilarating, you'll love the authentic thunder sounds found here! Play these thunder sounds to recreate the power of the storm! Just listen and imagine the dark clouds, the heavy air, the first drops of rain... These rumbles and booms may just make you want to go outside and dance in the downpour! Kids and babies love these sounds too - a great way to let them experience the force of nature anytime! Download the app today to connect with nature and hear all sorts of powerful thunder sounds!

About

Thunderstorm simulation

Experience the power of storms with this simulator. Create lightning with a tap, control rain and wind, or let the app run in automatic mode for a relaxing visual and auditory experience. Choose from three atmospheric locations.

Highlights
  • Create lightning with touch
  • Realistic thunder and rain sounds
  • Automatic storm simulation mode
  • Control rain and wind
  • Three scenic locations
  • Ideal for relaxation and meditation
Features
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This app is a simulator in which you create lightning with just a tap of your finger on the screen, along with realistic sounds of thunder and rain in the background. In automatic mode, the app itself simulates lightning and rain - all you have to do is watch! How to play: - Choose one of three locations (sunset, misty forest, night coast) - Tap on the screen and create lightnings - Control the rain, wind and owl sounds by tapping the corresponding icons at the bottom of the screen. - Turn on automatic mode - the button on the top right - and just admire the beauty of nature without pressing anything. Features: - Simple and intuitive interface - Ideal for relaxation and meditation - Realistic visual lightning effects and quality thunder and rain sounds. Attention: The application is created for entertainment and does not cause any harm! Enjoy the game.

Screenshots

Thunder Sounds1 screens
Thunderstorm simulation4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Thunderstorm simulation at 4.5 against Thunder Sounds's 2.2. Thunderstorm simulation 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 7 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Thunderstorm simulation holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 27 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Thunder Sounds's written reviews are positive against 50% of Thunderstorm simulation's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thunder Sounds ships an update every 5 weeks, Thunderstorm simulation every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Thunder Sounds versus Thunderstorm simulation: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThunder SoundsThunderstorm simulation
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (29 ratings)4.5 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings29 — better27
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeafgreenYaroslav Novytskyi

Customer experience

Thunder Sounds

All ratings29 ratings
Positive24.1%
Neutral10.3%
Negative65.5%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Thunderstorm simulation

All ratings27 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Thunder Sounds

No in-app purchases

None

Thunderstorm simulation

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Thunder Sounds free?
Thunder Sounds is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Thunderstorm simulation free?
Thunderstorm simulation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Thunder Sounds or Thunderstorm simulation?
Thunderstorm simulation is rated higher. Thunder Sounds averages 2.2 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Thunderstorm simulation averages 4.5 from 27 ratings.
Do Thunder Sounds or Thunderstorm simulation have ads?
Thunderstorm simulation shows ads; Thunder Sounds does not.
Which is updated more often, Thunder Sounds or Thunderstorm simulation?
Thunder Sounds ships an update every 5 weeks, and Thunderstorm simulation every 7 months. Most recently, Thunder Sounds was updated on September 25, 2026 and Thunderstorm simulation on October 1, 2026.

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