# FireworksToy vs DrawPad

The clearest difference is rating: DrawPad at 3.2 against FireworksToy's 2.6. DrawPad also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 28%). FireworksToy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DrawPad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FireworksToy asks for nothing beyond the download.

DrawPad holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireworksToy has 3.6K ratings behind it against 86, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of FireworksToy's written reviews are positive against 40% of DrawPad's.

FireworksToy ships an update every 2 months, DrawPad every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FireworksToy | DrawPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworkstoy/id346602357/reviews) | **[3.2 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawpad-trace-and-draw/id1348236708/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.6K** | 86 |
| Positive reviews | 27.6% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 0 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **3.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [House Full of Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/346602360) | [MULTITECHNIQUE BUSINESS COMAPNUY INVESTMENT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182755588) |

## What reviewers say

### FireworksToy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworkstoy/id346602357)

Experience a soothing fireworks display on your device. Launch fireworks by tapping or dragging, and watch them react to gravity. Customize your background with saved images for a personalized visual experience.

**Highlights:** Realistic fireworks display, Gravity-responsive fireworks, Tap-to-launch fireworks, Drag-to-launch multiple fireworks, Customizable background images, Soothing visual experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Mesmerizing visuals
- 👍 Relaxing and calming
- 💡 Ability to use own background images

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when changing background
- 🔇 Lack of sound effects
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 👎 Boring and repetitive fireworks

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when changing background
- Fireworks disappear when using own photos
- Upside-down orientation when using own photos

**Requested features**

- Add sound effects for fireworks
- Increase variety of firework types and sizes
- Allow customization of firework colors and patterns


### DrawPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawpad-trace-and-draw/id1348236708)

Unleash your creativity with a minimalist drawing app offering realistic brushes, unlimited colors, and easy sharing. Unlock premium effects like neon and glitter through rewarded ads. Perfect for all ages to sketch, doodle, and relax.

**Highlights:** Realistic brushes, Unlimited color palette, Zoom and pan functionality, Save and share artwork, Glitter and neon effects, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FireworksToy free?

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

### Is DrawPad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FireworksToy or DrawPad?

DrawPad is rated higher. FireworksToy averages 2.6 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while DrawPad averages 3.2 from 86 ratings.

### Do FireworksToy or DrawPad have ads?

DrawPad shows ads; FireworksToy does not.

### Which is updated more often, FireworksToy or DrawPad?

FireworksToy ships an update every 2 months, and DrawPad every 3 months. Most recently, FireworksToy was updated on October 13, 2026 and DrawPad on October 7, 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.*