# FireworksToy vs Model View 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Model View 3D at 3.5 against FireworksToy's 2.6. Model View 3D also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). FireworksToy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 12). On price, review sentiment, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Model View 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FireworksToy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Model View 3D holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireworksToy has 3.6K ratings behind it against 12, 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 33% of Model View 3D's.

FireworksToy ships an update every 2 months, Model View 3D every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FireworksToy | Model View 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworkstoy/id346602357/reviews) | **[3.5 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-view-3d/id455554990/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.6K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 27.6% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 0 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **3.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [House Full of Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/346602360) | [Graphics Software Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/297281788) |

## 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


### Model View 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-view-3d/id455554990)

View 3D models, including textured OBJ files, with adjustable camera controls. Load your own models via iTunes File Sharing and customize backgrounds for presentations or sharing.

**Highlights:** View built-in 3D models, Load custom OBJ files via iTunes, Toggle diffuse, normal, and specular textures, Adjust camera distance and angles, View textured or wire-frame models, Import custom backgrounds

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FireworksToy free?

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

### Is Model View 3D free?

Model View 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FireworksToy or Model View 3D?

Model View 3D is rated higher. FireworksToy averages 2.6 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while Model View 3D averages 3.5 from 12 ratings.

### Do FireworksToy or Model View 3D have ads?

Neither FireworksToy nor Model View 3D shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FireworksToy or Model View 3D?

FireworksToy ships an update every 2 months, and Model View 3D every 4 weeks. Most recently, FireworksToy was updated on November 1, 2026 and Model View 3D on November 1, 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.*