# Fireworks Tap vs Rainbow Ripples

The clearest difference is update cadence: Rainbow Ripples at every 3 days against Fireworks Tap's every 12 months. Rainbow Ripples also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99). Fireworks Tap's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Fireworks Tap costs $1.99 and Rainbow Ripples $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Fireworks Tap ships an update every 12 months, Rainbow Ripples every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fireworks Tap | Rainbow Ripples |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworks-tap/id938939446/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **99** | — |
| Positive reviews | 82.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #191 | **#164** |
| Size | 147 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jesse Potter](https://appshunter.io/developer/938939445) | [Anthony Santaferra](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802374224) |

## What reviewers say

### Fireworks Tap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireworks-tap/id938939446)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for kids
- 👍 Entertaining for all ages
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Relaxing and zen-like
- 👍 Good for children with special needs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy performance
- 🔇 Lacks sound effects
- ⚪️ No tutorial for features
- ⚫️ Fuzzy resolution on some fireworks
- ⚪️ Limited variety of fireworks

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### Rainbow Ripples

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rainbow-ripples/id6743347559)

**Currently charting:** #164 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fireworks Tap free?

Fireworks Tap costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Rainbow Ripples free?

Rainbow Ripples costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Fireworks Tap or Rainbow Ripples have ads?

Neither Fireworks Tap nor Rainbow Ripples shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fireworks Tap or Rainbow Ripples?

Fireworks Tap ships an update every 12 months, and Rainbow Ripples every 3 days. Most recently, Fireworks Tap was updated on October 26, 2026 and Rainbow Ripples on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Fireworks Tap or Rainbow Ripples?

Fireworks Tap currently peaks at #191 in the App Store charts, and Rainbow Ripples at #164. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*