# Train Kit vs Mechanical Studio(Full)

The clearest difference is rating: Mechanical Studio(Full) at 5.0 against Train Kit's 4.6. Mechanical Studio(Full) also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 83%). Train Kit's advantage is ratings volume (2.4K vs 5). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Train Kit costs $6.99 and Mechanical Studio(Full) $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Mechanical Studio(Full) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Kit has 2.4K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Train Kit's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mechanical Studio(Full)'s.

Train Kit ships an update every 3 months, Mechanical Studio(Full) fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Train Kit | Mechanical Studio(Full) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-kit/id1085105198/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mechanical-studiofullkids/id6467083743/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 82.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#186** |
| Size | 108 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Phd Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790286252) | [Labo Lado Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/475943829) |

## What reviewers say

### Train Kit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-kit/id1085105198)

Build immersive 3D train worlds by easily dragging and dropping track tiles. Add trains, tunnels, and scenery to create unique layouts. Experience your creations from the driver's seat.

**Highlights:** Drag-and-drop track building, Real-time train simulation, Customizable train creation, Immersive 3D environments, Train driver perspective, Add tunnels, bridges, and scenery

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun, simple, and satisfying game
- 🚀 Easy to use and intuitive controls
- 🎨 Allows for creativity and imagination
- 💫 Engaging 3D visuals and animations
- 🎢 Enjoyable for both kids and adults

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Limited world/map size
- 🚧 Lack of save/load functionality
- 🚂 Limited train and vehicle selection
- 🔧 Some issues with piece placement and controls

**Reported bugs**

- Trains flying out of the screen
- Inability to place certain track pieces
- Pieces moving unexpectedly when switching tracks
- Crashes and freezes, especially on older devices
- Touch controls not always registering accurately

**Requested features**

- Add more trains, cars, and other vehicles
- Expand world/map size and allow for more building
- Implement save/load functionality to preserve creations
- Add more building pieces, decorations, and customization options
- Improve stability and fix crashes/bugs


### Mechanical Studio(Full)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mechanical-studiofullkids/id6467083743)

**Currently charting:** #186 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

This app guides children to build and understand mechanical devices through interactive tutorials and free creation. It offers a wide range of parts and materials, allowing kids to explore physics principles and unleash their creativity in mechanical design.

**Highlights:** Extensive mechanical device tutorials, Learn principles through imitation and practice, Variety of parts and materials, Free creation of custom devices, Add appearance and decoration, Game and special effects components, Share creations online

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Train Kit free?

Train Kit costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Mechanical Studio(Full) free?

Mechanical Studio(Full) costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Train Kit or Mechanical Studio(Full)?

Mechanical Studio(Full) is rated higher. Train Kit averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Mechanical Studio(Full) averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Train Kit or Mechanical Studio(Full) have ads?

Neither Train Kit nor Mechanical Studio(Full) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Train Kit or Mechanical Studio(Full)?

Train Kit ships an update every 3 months, and Mechanical Studio(Full) fortnightly. Most recently, Train Kit was updated on October 20, 2026 and Mechanical Studio(Full) on October 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.*