# ColorfulThunder vs Train Sounds Effects

The clearest difference is rating: ColorfulThunder at 5.0 against Train Sounds Effects's 4.1. ColorfulThunder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 73%). Train Sounds Effects's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (10 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Train Sounds Effects sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ColorfulThunder asks for nothing beyond the download.

ColorfulThunder holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Sounds Effects has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ColorfulThunder's written reviews are positive against 73% of Train Sounds Effects's.

ColorfulThunder ships an update every 11 months, Train Sounds Effects every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ColorfulThunder | Train Sounds Effects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorfulthunder/id721033151/reviews)** | [4.1 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-sounds-effects/id1332282961/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **10** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 73.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SIME Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/721033154) | [Janko Enke](https://appshunter.io/developer/1315299612) |

## What reviewers say

### ColorfulThunder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorfulthunder/id721033151)

This experimental instrument uses light and color to create harmonious visual experiences. Connect multiple devices to create shared color canvases and synchronize them for social interaction or to support causes.

**Highlights:** Experimental color instrument, Uses light and color for harmony, Connect multiple iPhones/iPads, Synchronize devices wirelessly, Create and share ColorTunes, Support causes with custom ColorTunes

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Train Sounds Effects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-sounds-effects/id1332282961)

Enhance your model railway experience with a variety of realistic train sound effects. Control playback with switches for continuous loops or buttons for single plays, and adjust individual volumes. Import your own sounds to further personalize your setup.

**Highlights:** Expand model railway with sound effects, Use iPad or external speakers, Control playback with switches (loop) or buttons (once), Individually adjust volume for each element, Import custom sound effects

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extra Package | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ColorfulThunder free?

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

### Is Train Sounds Effects free?

Train Sounds Effects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ColorfulThunder or Train Sounds Effects?

ColorfulThunder is rated higher. ColorfulThunder averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Train Sounds Effects averages 4.1 from 10 ratings.

### Do ColorfulThunder or Train Sounds Effects have ads?

Neither ColorfulThunder nor Train Sounds Effects shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ColorfulThunder or Train Sounds Effects?

ColorfulThunder ships an update every 11 months, and Train Sounds Effects every 3 months. Most recently, ColorfulThunder was updated on September 7, 2026 and Train Sounds Effects on September 19, 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.*