# Virtual Fireplace 3D vs Premium Clock

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Virtual Fireplace 3D at 79% against Premium Clock's 0%. Virtual Fireplace 3D also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (571 vs 3). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Virtual Fireplace 3D costs $0.99 and Premium Clock $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Virtual Fireplace 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Virtual Fireplace 3D has 571 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Virtual Fireplace 3D's written reviews are positive against 0% of Premium Clock's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 29 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual Fireplace 3D | Premium Clock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (571 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-fireplace-3d/id485692334/reviews)** | [4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/premium-clock/id517487778/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **571** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **78.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 29 months | Every 29 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 45 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Igor Panichev](https://appshunter.io/developer/435142557) | [Nitrio](https://appshunter.io/developer/321121189) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual Fireplace 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-fireplace-3d/id485692334)

Transform your device into a realistic fireplace with stunning 3D graphics and soothing sounds. Experience different styles and interactive fire effects for a comforting ambiance.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D graphics and effects, Multiple fireplace styles, Authentic fireplace sounds, Interactive fire crackles, Zoom functionality

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Cool app
- 🔥 Relaxing, great for stress and meditating
- 👍 Great no ads
- 🎨 Nicely done fire place app
- 🎧 Realistic sounds and fire

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No longer supports full screen for iPad OS16
- 🔍 Graphics are poor
- 🐛 Keeps shutting down
- 🔍 Not very convincing
- 🐛 Crashes constantly when trying to use through AirPlay

**Reported bugs**

- Keeps shutting down
- Mantle and grate options don't work
- Crashes after update to 1.1.0

**Requested features**

- Timer to fall asleep to the fireplace sounds
- More fireplace styles and customization options
- Ability to change view, position, etc. to make it truly 3D
- Ability to change the speed of the fire animation
- More variety in the sound and log/coal options


### Premium Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/premium-clock/id517487778)

This app offers a curated selection of premium analog clock faces for iOS devices. Customize your display by showing or hiding the date and seconds, and set timely reminders. Its energy-efficient design and adjustable brightness make it a practical addition to your device.

**Highlights:** Customizable analog clock styles, Show/hide date and seconds, Set reminders and notifications, Energy-efficient design, Adjustable brightness

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual Fireplace 3D free?

Virtual Fireplace 3D costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Premium Clock free?

Premium Clock costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Virtual Fireplace 3D or Premium Clock?

Virtual Fireplace 3D is rated higher. Virtual Fireplace 3D averages 4.8 out of 5 from 571 ratings, while Premium Clock averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Virtual Fireplace 3D or Premium Clock have ads?

Neither Virtual Fireplace 3D nor Premium Clock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Virtual Fireplace 3D or Premium Clock?

Virtual Fireplace 3D ships an update every 29 months, and Premium Clock every 29 months. Most recently, Virtual Fireplace 3D was updated on October 5, 2026 and Premium Clock on September 29, 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.*