# Bridge Builder Simulator vs StreetDrillz

The clearest difference is rating: Bridge Builder Simulator at 4.0 against StreetDrillz's 3.5. Bridge Builder Simulator also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 53). StreetDrillz's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bridge Builder Simulator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and StreetDrillz sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bridge Builder Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bridge Builder Simulator has 2.4K ratings behind it against 53, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 43% of Bridge Builder Simulator's written reviews are positive against 50% of StreetDrillz's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bridge Builder Simulator ships an update every 3 months, StreetDrillz monthly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bridge Builder Simulator | StreetDrillz |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bridge-builder-simulator/id1020639350/reviews)** | [3.5 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streetdrillz/id1513138703/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 390 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BoomBit S. A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/423523998) | [Gerard Festa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1574171842) |

## What reviewers say

### Bridge Builder Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bridge-builder-simulator/id1020639350)

Design and construct bridges across diverse environments using various materials. Solve challenging puzzles, manage budgets, and test your engineering skills in multiple game modes.

**Highlights:** Build bridges with cables, wood, and steel, 4 distinct locations to build in, Budget management, Multiple difficulty modes, Mind-bending puzzles, Beautiful graphics

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy 25 Hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock ALL LEVELS | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hard Games | $4.99 | one-time |
| Easy Games | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 💡 Challenging and keeps you thinking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezes and crashes frequently
- 🔒 Locked behind paywall
- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 👎 Unrealistic physics and poor bridge designs
- 🤯 Frustrating and buggy interface

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes after failing a level
- Buttons and controls not responsive
- Levels and features locked behind paywall
- Hints and solutions not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and load bridge designs
- Sandbox mode with unlimited resources
- Improved physics and more realistic bridge building
- Better level progression and difficulty scaling
- Removal of ads or option to go ad-free


### StreetDrillz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streetdrillz/id1513138703)

Master your local streets with interactive quizzes designed for first responders and postal workers. Choose your work area and test your knowledge through engaging fill-in and drag-and-drop exercises.

**Highlights:** Street knowledge testing, Choose work area, Fill-in quiz option, Drag & Drop quiz option, Master local areas

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bridge Builder Simulator free?

Bridge Builder Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is StreetDrillz free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bridge Builder Simulator or StreetDrillz?

Bridge Builder Simulator is rated higher. Bridge Builder Simulator averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while StreetDrillz averages 3.5 from 53 ratings.

### Do Bridge Builder Simulator or StreetDrillz have ads?

Bridge Builder Simulator shows ads; StreetDrillz does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bridge Builder Simulator or StreetDrillz?

Bridge Builder Simulator ships an update every 3 months, and StreetDrillz monthly. Most recently, Bridge Builder Simulator was updated on October 29, 2026 and StreetDrillz on October 29, 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.*