# Dynamite Train vs Thomas & Friends Minis

The clearest difference is rating: Dynamite Train at 5.0 against Thomas & Friends Minis's 4.4. Dynamite Train also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 17) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). Thomas & Friends Minis's advantage is ratings volume (61K vs 4). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Thomas & Friends Minis sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Dynamite Train asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dynamite Train holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thomas & Friends Minis has 61K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Dynamite Train's written reviews are positive against 72% of Thomas & Friends Minis's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dynamite Train | Thomas & Friends Minis |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dynamite-train/id1144484939/reviews)** | [4.4 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thomas-and-friends-minis/id1216643761/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **61K** |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 71.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [gametornado](https://appshunter.io/developer/456365838) | [Budge Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/390712652) |

## What reviewers say

### Dynamite Train

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dynamite-train/id1144484939)

Embark on a mission to demolish bridges by strategically placing dynamite. Time your explosions to create a spectacular show and prevent the train from reaching its destination. Careful planning is key to success.

**Highlights:** Place dynamite on bridges, Explode bridges, Stop the train, Strategic placement, Watch the explosion

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Thomas & Friends Minis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thomas-and-friends-minis/id1216643761)

Build and customize your own train sets with a variety of tracks, decorations, and terrain. Drive your favorite engines through your creations, experiencing thrilling stunts and adventures. Explore unique worlds and let your imagination run wild.

**Highlights:** Build exciting train tracks, Customize with decorations and terrain, Perform spectacular stunts, Drive trains in 3rd person, Explore unique themed worlds, Create from scratch or use pre-made sets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Iron Bert's Box | $3.99 | one-time |
| Millie's Box | $3.99 | one-time |
| Percy's Spooky Forest | $6.99 | one-time |
| James's Jurassic Cove | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gordon's  Winter Wonderland | $6.99 | one-time |
| Toby's Busy City | $6.99 | one-time |
| Spencer's Aqua Park | $6.99 | one-time |
| Emily's Coaster City | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Everything | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and creative game
- 🚀 Engrossing gameplay
- 💡 Allows building custom train sets
- 🤩 Nostalgic for Thomas fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📺 Constant ads and pop-ups
- 🔒 Difficulty restoring purchases across devices
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Blueprints not unlocking properly
- Trains getting stuck or freezing
- Inability to restore previous purchases

**Requested features**

- Add more free content and characters
- Larger build areas and more track pieces
- Option to turn off ads after purchase
- Ability to rotate track pieces
- More free challenges and unlockables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dynamite Train free?

Dynamite Train is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Thomas & Friends Minis free?

Thomas & Friends Minis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dynamite Train or Thomas & Friends Minis?

Dynamite Train is rated higher. Dynamite Train averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Thomas & Friends Minis averages 4.4 from 61K ratings.

### Do Dynamite Train or Thomas & Friends Minis have ads?

Neither Dynamite Train nor Thomas & Friends Minis shows ads.

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