# FireworksToy vs Thunderstorm simulation

The clearest difference is rating: Thunderstorm simulation at 4.5 against FireworksToy's 2.6. Thunderstorm simulation also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 28%). FireworksToy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 27). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Thunderstorm simulation holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireworksToy has 3.6K ratings behind it against 27, 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 50% of Thunderstorm simulation's.

FireworksToy ships an update every 2 months, Thunderstorm simulation every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FireworksToy | Thunderstorm simulation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworkstoy/id346602357/reviews) | **[4.5 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulation/id1668589893/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.6K** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | 27.6% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 0 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **3.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [House Full of Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/346602360) | [Yaroslav Novytskyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1668442756) |

## 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


### Thunderstorm simulation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulation/id1668589893)

Experience the power of storms with this simulator. Create lightning with a tap, control rain and wind, or let the app run in automatic mode for a relaxing visual and auditory experience. Choose from three atmospheric locations.

**Highlights:** Create lightning with touch, Realistic thunder and rain sounds, Automatic storm simulation mode, Control rain and wind, Three scenic locations, Ideal for relaxation and meditation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FireworksToy free?

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

### Is Thunderstorm simulation free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FireworksToy or Thunderstorm simulation?

Thunderstorm simulation is rated higher. FireworksToy averages 2.6 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while Thunderstorm simulation averages 4.5 from 27 ratings.

### Do FireworksToy or Thunderstorm simulation have ads?

Thunderstorm simulation shows ads; FireworksToy does not.

### Which is updated more often, FireworksToy or Thunderstorm simulation?

FireworksToy ships an update every 2 months, and Thunderstorm simulation every 7 months. Most recently, FireworksToy was updated on September 22, 2026 and Thunderstorm simulation on September 12, 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.*