# 3D Lathe Worker vs Construction Excavator Games

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 3D Lathe Worker at 50% against Construction Excavator Games's 0%. 3D Lathe Worker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Construction Excavator Games's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (42 vs 6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Lathe Worker sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Construction Excavator Games sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Construction Excavator Games holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Excavator Games has 42 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of 3D Lathe Worker's written reviews are positive against 0% of Construction Excavator Games's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

3D Lathe Worker ships an update every 3 months, Construction Excavator Games every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Lathe Worker | Construction Excavator Games |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-lathe-worker/id1076338271/reviews) | **[4.2 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-excavator-games/id1667212947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **42** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 157 MB | 253 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [U&I Next d.o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1059211402) | [Ubaid Alwani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480230029) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D Lathe Worker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-lathe-worker/id1076338271)

Simulate operating a lathe machine to create unique 3D forms from various materials. This game offers a realistic milling experience with customizable tools and unlockable themes, perfect for beginners and aspiring engineers.

**Highlights:** Lathe simulation gameplay, Realistic milling physics, 3D graphics with 360-degree view, Customizable knives (8 shapes, 3 widths), Unlockable themes and products, Interactive finished products

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all products | $1.99 | one-time |


### Construction Excavator Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-excavator-games/id1667212947)

Operate heavy construction vehicles like excavators, cranes, and bulldozers in a realistic 3D city construction simulator. Complete various building tasks, transport materials, and test your driving and digging skills.

**Highlights:** Operate excavators, cranes, and bulldozers, Realistic 3D construction graphics, Multiple construction tasks, Transport cargo and materials, Offline gameplay, Unlock new heavy machinery

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Levels | $10.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $20.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Lathe Worker free?

3D Lathe Worker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Construction Excavator Games free?

Construction Excavator Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 3D Lathe Worker or Construction Excavator Games?

Construction Excavator Games is rated higher. 3D Lathe Worker averages 3.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Construction Excavator Games averages 4.2 from 42 ratings.

### Do 3D Lathe Worker or Construction Excavator Games have ads?

Construction Excavator Games shows ads; 3D Lathe Worker does not.

### Which is updated more often, 3D Lathe Worker or Construction Excavator Games?

3D Lathe Worker ships an update every 3 months, and Construction Excavator Games every 2 months. Most recently, 3D Lathe Worker was updated on November 2, 2026 and Construction Excavator Games on November 3, 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.*