# Tap Galaxy vs TrainClicker Idle Evolution

Tap Galaxy and TrainClicker Idle Evolution both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of Tap Galaxy's written reviews are positive against 53% of TrainClicker Idle Evolution's. Tap Galaxy also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). TrainClicker Idle Evolution's advantage is ratings volume (482 vs 34). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tap Galaxy sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and TrainClicker Idle Evolution sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Tap Galaxy against 4.4 for TrainClicker Idle Evolution. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TrainClicker Idle Evolution has 482 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Tap Galaxy's written reviews are positive against 53% of TrainClicker Idle Evolution's.

Tap Galaxy ships an update every 2 weeks, TrainClicker Idle Evolution weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tap Galaxy | TrainClicker Idle Evolution |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-galaxy-deep-space-mine/id1065519624/reviews) | **[4.4 (482 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trainclicker-idle-evolution/id1549726315/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **482** |
| Positive reviews | **67.5% of reviews** | 52.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 146 MB | 362 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tiny Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/907446397) | [PixelRNG LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/953256364) |

## What reviewers say

### Tap Galaxy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-galaxy-deep-space-mine/id1065519624)

Embark on an intergalactic adventure in this incremental clicker game. Tap planets, moons, and asteroids to gather resources, build your empire, and explore new galaxies. Defend your territory from aliens and expand your reach across the universe.

**Highlights:** Incremental clicker gameplay, Mine planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, Colonize galaxies and build Galactic Empire, Explore new planets and resource-rich moons, Defend against alien attacks, Utilize 3D touch for enhanced laser power

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 275 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 600 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1300 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Highly addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Great pixel art style and visual design
- 🎵 Excellent soundtrack and audio
- 💡 Innovative galaxy exploration mechanic
- 📱 Works offline (when functioning)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Excessive ad interruptions
- ⏱️ Very long wait times for space travel
- 🔄 Progress resets when moving to new galaxies
- 📵 No offline resource generation
- ⌛ Limited content causes quick completion

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen on startup
- Game crashes and won't load
- Ad reward system crashes without payment
- Offline progress doesn't count down
- Spacecraft display glitch (wrong model shown)

**Requested features**

- More galaxies to explore
- Offline gem/resource collection
- Progress carries over between galaxies
- Faster time progression system
- Upgrade to reduce space travel time


### TrainClicker Idle Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trainclicker-idle-evolution/id1549726315)

Embark on a relaxing idle adventure where you tap to move trains, unlock engineers, and upgrade your engines. Travel through beautiful zones, gather gold, and progress through unique themed levels in this one-of-a-kind clicker game.

**Highlights:** Idle clicker gameplay, Train engine upgrades, Unlockable engineers, Day-night cycle, Multiple train cars and engines, Unique themed levels

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Booster Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2026 Goal Skin Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads And More | $6.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Overdrive Vault | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crate of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Booster Max | $19.99 | one-time |
| Box of Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 💡 Unique "train clicker" concept
- 🚀 Game has potential
- 👍 Enjoyable for train enthusiasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😩 Constant tapping is tiring
- ⏳ Extremely long grind for upgrades
- 🚫 Limited offline progress
- 📉 Progression is slow
- 🤔 Level system feels pointless

**Reported bugs**

- No prize after beating levels multiple times
- Purchased coins not appearing
- Game glitched, lost progress
- Major bug with gold calculation (negative balance)
- Bug where train could go very fast (now patched)

**Requested features**

- Add a button for continuous tapping
- Improve train customization (cart order, naming)
- Make the game more idle-friendly
- Fix progression impediments like engine upgrade waits
- Reintroduce or offer a speed-focused version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tap Galaxy free?

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

### Is TrainClicker Idle Evolution free?

TrainClicker Idle Evolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tap Galaxy or TrainClicker Idle Evolution?

TrainClicker Idle Evolution is rated higher. Tap Galaxy averages 4.4 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while TrainClicker Idle Evolution averages 4.4 from 482 ratings.

### Do Tap Galaxy or TrainClicker Idle Evolution have ads?

Neither Tap Galaxy nor TrainClicker Idle Evolution shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tap Galaxy or TrainClicker Idle Evolution?

Tap Galaxy ships an update every 2 weeks, and TrainClicker Idle Evolution weekly. Most recently, Tap Galaxy was updated on October 21, 2026 and TrainClicker Idle Evolution on October 24, 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.*