# Fireworks Play vs String Crossing

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: String Crossing at none against Fireworks Play's 1. String Crossing also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 87%). Fireworks Play's advantage is ratings volume (3.6K vs 5). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fireworks Play sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. String Crossing asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Fireworks Play against 4.8 for String Crossing. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fireworks Play has 3.6K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Fireworks Play's written reviews are positive against 100% of String Crossing's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fireworks Play | String Crossing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworks-play/id1582752606/reviews) | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/string-crossing/id6448679220/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.6K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 87.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Duy Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459262315) | [Boyan Ivanov Bonev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685539898) |

## What reviewers say

### Fireworks Play

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworks-play/id1582752606)

Create and launch spectacular fireworks shows in a realistic 3D simulator. Customize every aspect of your pyrotechnics, from colors and sounds to explosion types. Explore diverse maps and engage in multiplayer fun with friends.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D fireworks simulation, Create custom fireworks shows, Explore diverse maps worldwide, Experiment with various explosive items and props, Save, load, and share creations, Real-time multiplayer modes, Stunning graphics and sound effects

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎆 Amazing fireworks and explosions
- 🎇 Realistic and fun gameplay
- 👍 Variety of fireworks and customization options
- 🎉 Addictive and entertaining experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Limited camera controls
- 🔋 Performance issues on some devices
- 🕹️ Lack of multiplayer and social features

**Reported bugs**

- Saved data not deleting properly
- Fireworks not always triggering correctly
- Camera getting stuck in certain positions

**Requested features**

- Add more firework types and effects
- Implement multiplayer and co-op modes
- Improve building destruction physics
- Add customizable maps and firework shows
- Introduce new game modes and challenges


### String Crossing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/string-crossing/id6448679220)

This game allows you to play with a real violin, collecting coins by hitting the correct open strings. Bonus sections require matching the melody with open strings to gather coins and regain life. It offers an infinite run experience suitable for both beginners and advanced violinists.

**Highlights:** Play with a real violin, Collect coins by playing open strings, Bonus sections with melody matching, Infinite runner gameplay, Suitable for all skill levels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fireworks Play free?

Fireworks Play is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is String Crossing free?

String Crossing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Fireworks Play or String Crossing?

Fireworks Play and String Crossing are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3.6K and 5 ratings respectively.

### Do Fireworks Play or String Crossing have ads?

Fireworks Play shows ads; String Crossing does not.

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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.*