Comparison

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) vs Simple Fireworks

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

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About

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)

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
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Summon a thunderstorm on your mobile device. Relax and fall fast asleep to the sounds of rain and thunder. The camera flashes when lightning strikes. THUNDERSTORMS • Strong Thunderstorm — Heavy rain with frequent lightning and thunder nearby • Normal Thunderstorm — Steady rain with a full range of lightning and thunder • Weak Thunderstorm — Light rain with occasional lightning and thunder far off • Passing Thunderstorms — Rain and lightning intensity changes as the storms pass Rain • Toggle rain sound effects • Change rain audio: Default, Heavy, Steady, Light, On Tin Roof • Change rain volume Lightning/Thunder • Toggle thunder sound effects • Change thunder volume • Change delay lightning (Wireless audio delay offset) • Toggle delay thunder • Toggle lightning light effects • Change lightning transition effects • Change lightning/thunder occurrence: Default, Occasional, Normal, Frequent Passing Thunderstorms • Change starting storm for Passing Thunderstorms: Weak, Normal, Strong • Change cycle time for Passing Thunderstorms: 15m, 30m, 60m Background Sounds • Toggle background sounds: Birds, Cicadas, Crickets, Frogs • Change background sounds volume ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Sleep Timer — Set a timer with a gradual audio fade-out. • Bluetooth and AirPlay Support — Connect to Bluetooth speakers directly, or connect to speakers with AirPlay using the Control Center. Adjust the Delay Lightning setting to offset wireless audio delay. Please contact me at support@thunderstorm.scottdodson.dev if you experience any issues. I'd love to hear your thoughts and appreciate you taking the time to rate and review the app. I want to continue to improve Thunderstorm Simulator and create a great experience for you and future users. Thank you! —Scott *Ad-free version: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/thunderstorm-simulator/id1200949907

About

Simple Fireworks

Features
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Simulation to enjoy fireworks! Color the night sky with beautiful performances! It is an application that allows you to easily enjoy the charm of fireworks. You can choose from 20 types of fireworks and combine them freely to create your own unique fireworks display. Furthermore, with the ability to customize the background, you can enjoy fireworks in various situations. Fireworks speed adjustment function is also installed, and it is possible to change the speed of fireworks in real time. You can enjoy the fireworks experience according to your taste, such as watching powerful fireworks or creating a relaxing space. Why don't you find a new love for fireworks and a moment of healing through this app? By all means, please try this app that can be enjoyed by people of a wide range of generations.

Screenshots

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)3 screens
Simple Fireworks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) at every 4 months against Simple Fireworks's every 18 months. On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) ships an update every 4 months, Simple Fireworks every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) versus Simple Fireworks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)Simple Fireworks
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 18 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB208 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperScott DodsonRyouhei Azuma

In-app purchases

None

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)

No in-app purchases

None

Simple Fireworks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) free?
Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Fireworks free?
Simple Fireworks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) or Simple Fireworks have ads?
Both Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) and Simple Fireworks show ads.
Which is updated more often, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) or Simple Fireworks?
Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) ships an update every 4 months, and Simple Fireworks every 18 months. Most recently, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) was updated on October 9, 2026 and Simple Fireworks on October 7, 2026.

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