# Simple Fireworks vs Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)

Simple Fireworks and Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of Simple Fireworks's written reviews are positive against 50% of Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)'s. Simple Fireworks also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Simple Fireworks against 4.6 for Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads). Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 12 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Simple Fireworks's written reviews are positive against 50% of Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)'s.

Simple Fireworks ships an update every 2 months, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Fireworks | Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-fireworks-realistic/id1093808880/reviews) | **[4.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulator-wads/id1482707561/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **26** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Size | 63 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [kume toru](https://appshunter.io/developer/731695033) | [Scott Dodson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033778296) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Fireworks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-fireworks-realistic/id1093808880)

Experience realistic fireworks displays on your screen with a simple tap. Choose between manual or automatic modes for a relaxing visual experience. Ideal for unwinding after a long day.

**Highlights:** Realistic fireworks effects, Tap to launch fireworks, Automatic fireworks mode, Relaxing visual experience, Suitable for all ages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**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 Simple Fireworks free?

Simple Fireworks 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, Simple Fireworks or Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) is rated higher. Simple Fireworks averages 4.5 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) averages 4.6 from 12 ratings.

### Do Simple Fireworks or Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) have ads?

Both Simple Fireworks and Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) show ads.

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

Simple Fireworks ships an update every 2 months, and Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) every 4 months. Most recently, Simple Fireworks was updated on November 2, 2026 and Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) on November 3, 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.*