Comparison

Fireplace Live HD pro vs SAFIRE Firescience

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

Head to head
About

Fireplace Live HD pro

Transform your device into a realistic fireplace with various HD video scenes and soothing sound options. Enjoy a relaxing ambiance for work, rest, or romantic evenings. Features include looped playback, customizable sound mixes, and a sleep timer.

Highlights
  • Multiple HD fireplace videos
  • Customizable sound mixes
  • Looped playback
  • Sleep timer
  • Romantic backdrop
  • Full screen mode
Features
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Turn your iPhone/iPad into a beautiful fireplace! Very relaxing to have running in the background while you work or rest. Also makes an ideal backdrop for a romantic evening! The Mac version of this app was #1, the most downloaded app in the Mac App store. +8 HD Videos to choose from: Classic Fireplace, Relaxing Fireplace, Campfire, Burning Log and Candles (plus one bonus Ocean Surf scene) +All videos are unique +Runs in full screen +User friendly interface: Tap anywhere on the screen to access Settings +Tap the small semi-transparent star button in the lower left corner to check out our other apps +Looped playback with smooth, almost unnoticeable transitions +Sound modes: Sound Mix, Music or Mute (no sound) - Sound Mix: 7 fireplace sounds to choose from or mix together (plus extra ocean sounds for the bonus scene) -Or play your own music by selecting your favorite songs from your music library. Create a playlist that you think goes well with the selected scene +Sleep timer option +Flashlight option (shake to turn on) +Portrait mode option (disabled by default)

About

SAFIRE Firescience

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Join the many myfire app users currently enjoying its fresh look and intuitive design that lets you easily navigate and control your gas fire’s favorite functions. These key features help you get more comfort and enjoyment from your gas fireplace. Manual Mode: Simply move the slider up or down to manually adjust the flame height. Thermostat Mode: The fire automatically adjusts to maintain the set temperature. Countdown Timer: Automatically turns the fire OFF after a set period-of-time. Program Mode: Save up to 8 programs to turn the fire on and off at specific times and days. Other available functions include Light, Circulating Fan, 2nd Burner Feature, ECO mode, and LED control. The myfire app is available in 8 languages: English German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Danish, French and Polish.

Screenshots

Fireplace Live HD pro4 screens
SAFIRE Firescience4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SAFIRE Firescience at Free against Fireplace Live HD pro's $3.99. Fireplace Live HD pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On 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

SAFIRE Firescience is free to download; Fireplace Live HD pro costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fireplace Live HD pro ships an update every 3 months, SAFIRE Firescience every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Fireplace Live HD pro versus SAFIRE Firescience: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFireplace Live HD proSAFIRE Firescience
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (705 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings705 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size202 MB113 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVoros InnovationMaxitrol GmbH & Co. KG

Bugs and requests

Fireplace Live HD pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not working on Apple TV
  • Fireplace video not playing consistently
  • Music playback controls not functioning properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • More fireplace and ambiance options
  • Improved music integration and controls
  • Better support for larger displays and TVs
  • Customization options for the UI

SAFIRE Firescience

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Fireplace Live HD pro

No in-app purchases

None

SAFIRE Firescience

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fireplace Live HD pro free?
Fireplace Live HD pro costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SAFIRE Firescience free?
SAFIRE Firescience is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Fireplace Live HD pro or SAFIRE Firescience have ads?
Neither Fireplace Live HD pro nor SAFIRE Firescience shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fireplace Live HD pro or SAFIRE Firescience?
Fireplace Live HD pro ships an update every 3 months, and SAFIRE Firescience every 7 months. Most recently, Fireplace Live HD pro was updated on November 6, 2026 and SAFIRE Firescience on November 3, 2026.

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