# Spark vs Background Creator(Pro)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Spark at 81% against Background Creator(Pro)'s 0%. Spark also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months). Background Creator(Pro)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and price ($2.99 vs $6.99). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Spark costs $6.99 and Background Creator(Pro) $2.99 up front. Spark sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Background Creator(Pro) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Spark holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spark has 222 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Spark's written reviews are positive against 0% of Background Creator(Pro)'s.

Spark ships an update monthly, Background Creator(Pro) every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spark | Background Creator(Pro) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (222 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-renpy-novels/id6474479684/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/background-creatorpro/id6479609463/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **222** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **81.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 696 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Devon Lewis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721718576) | [Hrishi Suthar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660005858) |

## What reviewers say

### Spark

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-renpy-novels/id6474479684)

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This utility helps you organize, launch, and manage your Ren'Py visual novels. It offers tailored compatibility with various engine versions, powerful save management, and tools to enhance your reading experience, like a gallery viewer and variable editor.

**Highlights:** Launch and play Ren'Py visual novels, Select specific Ren'Py engine versions, Manage and backup/restore game saves, Organize and rename novel titles, Import novels from various file formats, Browse game assets and edit variables, On-device translation for foreign titles

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Sponsor | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Sponsor | $19.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |


### Background Creator(Pro)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/background-creatorpro/id6479609463)

Easily create custom solid color backgrounds for your projects. Input a hex code to generate a background instantly, with options to adjust size and border radius for perfect personalization. Ideal for designers and personal use.

**Highlights:** Generate solid color backgrounds, Input hex color codes, Adjustable background size, Customizable border radius, Ad-free experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spark free?

Spark costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Background Creator(Pro) free?

Background Creator(Pro) costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Spark or Background Creator(Pro)?

Spark is rated higher. Spark averages 4.8 out of 5 from 222 ratings, while Background Creator(Pro) averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Spark or Background Creator(Pro) have ads?

Neither Spark nor Background Creator(Pro) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Spark or Background Creator(Pro)?

Spark ships an update monthly, and Background Creator(Pro) every 8 months. Most recently, Spark was updated on October 27, 2026 and Background Creator(Pro) on October 22, 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.*