# Elevator simulator vs Train Go

The clearest difference is rating: Train Go at 4.6 against Elevator simulator's 3.2. Train Go also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 50%) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 5). Elevator simulator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Elevator simulator sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Train Go sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Train Go holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Go has 1.1K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Elevator simulator's written reviews are positive against 78% of Train Go's.

Elevator simulator ships an update every 3 weeks, Train Go every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Elevator simulator | Train Go |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevator-simulator-no-doors/id1053881995/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-go-railway-simulator/id1202066470/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **78.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 84 MB | 232 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IVLAN-IP, OOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1053881994) | [monois Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/498398223) |

## What reviewers say

### Elevator simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevator-simulator-no-doors/id1053881995)

Experience the life of an elevator operator in this simulation game. Transport passengers, solve hooligan problems, and assist emergency services. Upgrade your elevator and customize your cabin to manage increasingly complex buildings.

**Highlights:** Passenger transport to different floors, Solve hooligan problems, Assist firefighters and police, Upgrade elevator speed and capacity, Customize elevator cabins, Use teleportation and special tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins for upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Almost full pot of coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Money for boss | $0.99 | one-time |
| Booster set | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bank of money | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy bank | $3.99 | one-time |
| Purse with money | $6.99 | one-time |
| Money case | $22.99 | one-time |
| Valise | $45.99 | one-time |


### Train Go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-go-railway-simulator/id1202066470)

Design and build your own railway networks with various rail types, stations, and tunnels. Then, watch your favorite trains and bullet trains travel on the tracks you created, offering a creative and satisfying simulation experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable rail laying, Add stations and tunnels, Multiple train models, Interactive train control, Camera zoom and angle adjustment, Build and run trains

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Railroad crossing | $0.99 | one-time |
| Elevated station | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Buildings Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Buildings Pack2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3 Bridges Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Local Station | $0.99 | one-time |
| City station | $0.99 | one-time |
| Catenary Pole | $0.99 | one-time |
| Train Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Trains Pack 14 | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Highly customizable tracks
- 👍 Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
- 🚂 Wide variety of train models
- 🎨 Visually appealing graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases required
- 🔍 Limited map/world size
- 🕹️ Difficult controls and camera management
- 🔇 No option to disable music

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inability to save progress
- Trains getting stuck or not responding properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to control train speed and operation
- Underground stations and tunnels
- Freight trains and cargo transportation
- Interconnected multi-line rail networks
- Automated signaling and collision prevention


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Elevator simulator free?

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

### Is Train Go free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Elevator simulator or Train Go?

Train Go is rated higher. Elevator simulator averages 3.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Train Go averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Elevator simulator or Train Go have ads?

Train Go shows ads; Elevator simulator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Elevator simulator or Train Go?

Elevator simulator ships an update every 3 weeks, and Train Go every 6 weeks. Most recently, Elevator simulator was updated on November 2, 2026 and Train Go on November 2, 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.*