# #DroneZone vs SimuDrone

The clearest difference is review sentiment: #DroneZone at 100% against SimuDrone's 36%. #DroneZone also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 13). SimuDrone's advantage is ratings volume (247 vs 4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SimuDrone sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. #DroneZone asks for nothing beyond the download.

#DroneZone holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SimuDrone has 247 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of #DroneZone's written reviews are positive against 36% of SimuDrone's.

## The numbers

| Metric | #DroneZone | SimuDrone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronezone/id1008181098/reviews)** | [4.0 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simudrone-drone-simulator/id1601657075/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **247** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 35.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 301 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MAD-learn](https://appshunter.io/developer/1272124741) | [Mustafa Akkuzu](https://appshunter.io/developer/847488989) |

## What reviewers say

### #DroneZone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronezone/id1008181098)

Explore a database of popular hobby, commercial, and military drones with detailed specs, photos, and videos. Make informed purchasing decisions, stay updated on drone news, and understand flight regulations.

**Highlights:** Drone database with specs, Photos and videos of drones, Purchasing decision support, Drone news feed, FAA regulations information, Share drone photos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SimuDrone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simudrone-drone-simulator/id1601657075)

Practice drone maneuvers and flight modes in a realistic simulation environment. Use your own DJI remote controller to build muscle memory and flying skills without the risk of damage or costly repairs.

**Highlights:** Crash-free learning environment, Practice with DJI remote controller, Realistic physics simulation, Build muscle memory and flying skill, Learn complex maneuvers and flight modes

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy 30 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Factory 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Settlement | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Parking | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Industry | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Island | $0.99 | one-time |
| Get 70 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50 monedas | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 3 Maps | $1.99 | one-time |
| 150 Coins | $2.49 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Coins | $3.49 | one-time |
| Combo Pack | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Works with actual DJI controller for realistic practice
- ✈️ Effective tool for learning drone flying skills
- 🎯 Good for beginners to practice control techniques
- 🏃 Responsive controller input and flight mechanics
- 🎬 Supports multiple flight modes (Cine, Normal, Sport)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Aggressive monetization with coin system
- 🐛 Frequent controller connection failures
- 📱 Limited controller compatibility (many DJI models unsupported)
- 🎨 Basic graphics quality
- 🔌 Confusing connection instructions and setup

**Reported bugs**

- Controller won't connect to app (multiple controller models affected)
- App crashes and lockups, especially in city map
- Flight orientation changes randomly mid-flight
- Purchased maps/coins disappear after updates
- Drone selection option disappears after initial setup

**Requested features**

- More maps and environments (forest, outdoor scenes)
- Controller sensitivity adjustment settings
- Better graphics quality
- One-time purchase option instead of coin system
- Ad-supported free play option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is #DroneZone free?

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

### Is SimuDrone free?

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

### Which has better reviews, #DroneZone or SimuDrone?

#DroneZone is rated higher. #DroneZone averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while SimuDrone averages 4.0 from 247 ratings.

### Do #DroneZone or SimuDrone have ads?

Neither #DroneZone nor SimuDrone shows ads.

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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.*