Comparison

Fireworks Tap vs Simple Fireworks

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

Head to head
About

Fireworks Tap

Tap the screen to create vibrant fireworks explosions. Designed with babies and toddlers in mind, it features a simplified interface with no ads or distracting buttons. Enjoy interactive pyrotechnics suitable for all ages.

Highlights
  • Tap to create fireworks
  • Multi-touch support
  • Baby-proof design
  • No ads
  • Simple interface
Features
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This app was created for my infant son. Tap the screen and watch the fireworks explode! To make this app baby proof extra buttons and menus have been removed, and no ads to tap on makes this perfect for toddlers! Tap and drag to set off a string of fireworks! Handles multi-touch so you can set off fireworks by tapping all your fingers at once! These fireworks are easy enough for babies to use and fun for adults too. Enjoy these amazing fireworks! If you like this fireworks app (and are feeling generous) please rate the app.

About

Simple Fireworks

Features
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Simulation to enjoy fireworks! Color the night sky with beautiful performances! It is an application that allows you to easily enjoy the charm of fireworks. You can choose from 20 types of fireworks and combine them freely to create your own unique fireworks display. Furthermore, with the ability to customize the background, you can enjoy fireworks in various situations. Fireworks speed adjustment function is also installed, and it is possible to change the speed of fireworks in real time. You can enjoy the fireworks experience according to your taste, such as watching powerful fireworks or creating a relaxing space. Why don't you find a new love for fireworks and a moment of healing through this app? By all means, please try this app that can be enjoyed by people of a wide range of generations.

Screenshots

Fireworks Tap4 screens
Simple Fireworks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Simple Fireworks at Free against Fireworks Tap's $1.99. Fireworks Tap's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On update cadence, 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

Simple Fireworks is free to download; Fireworks Tap costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fireworks Tap ships an update every 12 months, Simple Fireworks every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Fireworks Tap versus Simple Fireworks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFireworks TapSimple Fireworks
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (99 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings99 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 months — betterEvery 18 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size147 MB208 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJesse PotterRyouhei Azuma

Bugs and requests

Fireworks Tap

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • No sound on iPhone 8
  • App crashes after update
  • Not working on iOS 9.2
  • Doesn't work on iOS 9.1
  • App is glitchy

Requested features

15 requests
  • Add sound effects
  • Add AR functionality
  • Add a timer for auto-fireworks
  • Add recording feature for live photos/dynamic wallpapers
  • Improve fireworks colors and allow selection
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  • Allow custom background images
  • Add more fireworks variety and complexity
  • Add animation for fireworks rising
  • Add pressure sensitivity for louder fireworks
  • Add a mode for automatic fireworks generation
  • Add a Watch version support
  • Change the app logo
  • Allow selection of backgrounds
  • Add more shapes for fireworks
  • Add sound for fireworks explosion

Simple Fireworks

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Fireworks Tap

No in-app purchases

None

Simple Fireworks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fireworks Tap free?
Fireworks Tap costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Fireworks free?
Simple Fireworks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Fireworks Tap or Simple Fireworks have ads?
Simple Fireworks shows ads; Fireworks Tap does not.
Which is updated more often, Fireworks Tap or Simple Fireworks?
Fireworks Tap ships an update every 12 months, and Simple Fireworks every 18 months. Most recently, Fireworks Tap was updated on October 10, 2026 and Simple Fireworks on October 7, 2026.

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