Fireplacebo vs Fireplace FX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fireplacebo
Transform your device into a virtual fireplace with real-time 3D flames and digital clock displays. Choose from various color themes and adjust flame intensity for a mesmerizing visual experience. Enjoy dynamic sound effects or play your own music.
- Real-time 3D fire scenes
- Digital clock display
- Fire, Rainbow, Plasma, Ice themes
- Adjustable flame intensity
- Dynamic sound effects
- No lengthy downloads
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• Relaxing, real-time 3D fire and digital clock scenes • Fire, Rainbow, Plasma and Ice color themes • Adjustable intensity • Dynamic SFX ( can be turned off if you prefer to listen to your own favourite music ) Turn your phone or tablet into a fireplace - with a twist: don't wait for 120+ hours of HD video to be downloaded and enjoy beautifully crafted polygon flames dancing on your screen in no time! Some feedback from our testers: - "I could watch the flames for hours. Really mesmerizing!" - "Wow. Just wow!" - "This fireplace looks awesome!"
Fireplace FX
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Fireplace FX – The Ultimate Procedural Fireplace Simulator Transform your screen into a mesmerizing, computer-generated fireplace with Fireplace FX! Enjoy the realistic ambiance of fire, complete with dancing flames, drifting smoke, and crackling sparks—all fully customizable to your liking. Whether you're looking to relax, set a cozy mood, or create the perfect fireplace experience on your Smart TV, Fireplace FX delivers an ultra-smooth, high-quality simulation like no other. Customize Your Fire Control the intensity, width, speed, granulation, luminance, noise, and flame size to shape the perfect fire. Adjust the color to create anything from a traditional warm glow to a more stylized effect. A built-in reset function lets you instantly restore the default settings. Realistic Sound Experience Fireplace FX features high-quality sound effects, perfectly synced to the fire’s movement, delivering an immersive experience whether you’re relaxing or setting the mood. Choose Your Background Pick from over 50 handcrafted backgrounds, including brick, stone, rustic, and modern textures to match your perfect setting. Expand the Experience Want to enjoy the fire on a larger screen? Simply mirror your device to a Smart TV via AirPlay and transform any room into a cozy space. Download Fireplace FX Today Whether you want a soothing fireplace for relaxation, a customizable fire for visual effects, or a realistic fire simulation to enjoy on your screen, Fireplace FX delivers a unique, fully interactive experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Fireplacebo at Free against Fireplace FX's $1.99. Fireplacebo also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On ads, 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
Fireplacebo is free to download; Fireplace FX costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Fireplacebo ships an update every 3 weeks, Fireplace FX every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fireplacebo | Fireplace FX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 11 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 276 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Herbert Dombrowski | Philippe Zay |
In-app purchases
Fireplacebo
No in-app purchases
Fireplace FX
No in-app purchases
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