# Candle HD vs Virtual Lighter 3D

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Virtual Lighter 3D at none against Candle HD's 1. Virtual Lighter 3D also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Candle HD's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 28 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Candle HD sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Virtual Lighter 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.6 for Candle HD against 2.7 for Virtual Lighter 3D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44 and 29 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Candle HD's written reviews are positive against 27% of Virtual Lighter 3D's.

Candle HD ships an update every 2 months, Virtual Lighter 3D every 28 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Candle HD | Virtual Lighter 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-hd-relaxing-flame/id897880341/reviews) | **[2.7 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-lighter-3d/id966305429/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **44** | 29 |
| Positive reviews | **35.1% of reviews** | 27.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 28 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 7 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eirik Berntsen](https://appshunter.io/developer/744277889) | [Nexogen Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/869478131) |

## What reviewers say

### Candle HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-hd-relaxing-flame/id897880341)

Experience a realistic, high-definition burning candle simulation on your device. This app provides a beautiful visual ambiance, perfect for expressing support or adding a touch of warmth. Easily light and extinguish the flame with a simple tap.

**Highlights:** High-definition realistic candle simulation, Interactive flame control (light/extinguish), Pocket-sized ambiance, Visual expression of support

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

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


### Virtual Lighter 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-lighter-3d/id966305429)

Simulate the realistic flame of a lighter on your screen without any danger. Use it as a fun prank or a novelty flashlight in the dark.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D flame simulation, Novelty flashlight function, Harmless fire and metal play, Childhood prank nostalgia, Interactive flame effect

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Candle HD free?

Candle HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Virtual Lighter 3D free?

Virtual Lighter 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Candle HD or Virtual Lighter 3D?

Virtual Lighter 3D is rated higher. Candle HD averages 2.6 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while Virtual Lighter 3D averages 2.7 from 29 ratings.

### Do Candle HD or Virtual Lighter 3D have ads?

Both Candle HD and Virtual Lighter 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Candle HD or Virtual Lighter 3D?

Candle HD ships an update every 2 months, and Virtual Lighter 3D every 28 months. Most recently, Candle HD was updated on November 1, 2026 and Virtual Lighter 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.*