Virtual Lighter 3D vs Lighter Flame Simulator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Virtual Lighter 3D
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.
- Realistic 3D flame simulation
- Novelty flashlight function
- Harmless fire and metal play
- Childhood prank nostalgia
- Interactive flame effect
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3D Virtual Lighter Have you ever played with fire and metal that too without any danger now we provide you the opportunity to do this with exceptionally realistic looking flame on your screen. This whole app will remind you of the candle flame prank which you might have experienced in your childhood. Use it as flashlight in dark and on viewing it from a distance the person would surely get confused that it is a real lighter and on finding it fake everybody would find it worth laughing.
Lighter Flame Simulator
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Flip the lid, strike the wheel, and watch the flame move with your phone. Lighter Flame Simulator brings a virtual lighter to your iPhone and iPad, with responsive flame physics, mechanical sounds, and custom designs. FEEL EVERY FLICK Open and close the lid, throw sparks from the flint wheel, and tilt your device to watch the flame sway. Synchronized sound and supported haptic feedback make each interaction satisfying. MAKE IT YOURS Use your own photos for the lighter texture and background, or choose from built-in lava, metal, neon, and playful designs. Adjust flame colors, size, glow, shadows, and lighter shape. Save your creations in My Themes. A LIGHT FOR THE MOMENT Raise a virtual flame at a concert, add a little glow to a party, or enjoy a quick fidget break. Control the flashlight separately on supported devices. DISCOVER COMMUNITY DESIGNS Browse themes from other creators, download new looks, and like your favorites. Publish your own design with a creator name to share it with the community. YOUR FLAME, CENTER STAGE Hide the controls for a clear view of your lighter. Preview your Studio design while opening, lighting, and closing it. A simulated flame for entertainment. No real fire.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Lighter Flame Simulator at none against Virtual Lighter 3D's shown. Lighter Flame Simulator also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 28 months). Virtual Lighter 3D's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Virtual Lighter 3D ships an update every 28 months, Lighter Flame Simulator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Virtual Lighter 3D | Lighter Flame Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (29 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 29 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 28 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nexogen Private Limited | Pawel Janeczek |
In-app purchases
Virtual Lighter 3D
No in-app purchases
Lighter Flame Simulator
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do Virtual Lighter 3D or Lighter Flame Simulator have ads?
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