# Computer Building Simulator vs PC Creator 2

The clearest difference is rating: PC Creator 2 at 4.3 against Computer Building Simulator's 1.9. PC Creator 2 also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 11%) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 295). Computer Building Simulator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Computer Building Simulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PC Creator 2 sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PC Creator 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PC Creator 2 has 1.5K ratings behind it against 295, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Computer Building Simulator's written reviews are positive against 42% of PC Creator 2's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Computer Building Simulator | PC Creator 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (295 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/computer-building-simulator/id1216507141/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pc-creator-2-computer-tycoon/id1604170642/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 295 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 11.0% of reviews | **42.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 394 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mateusz Grabowski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1021294777) | [CREATY GLOBAL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792430206) |

## What reviewers say

### Computer Building Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/computer-building-simulator/id1216507141)

Learn to build a gaming PC virtually without the hassle of physical components. This simulation game offers realistic component visuals and placement, making the PC building process fun and educational.

**Highlights:** Virtual PC component selection, Realistic component visuals, Interactive component placement, Educational PC building guide, Confidence building for real builds

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Pro Version | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy controls
- 🚀 Simple to use
- 💡 Good learning tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy controls
- 🤔 Lack of customization
- 💤 Boring after one build
- 🚫 Incomplete experience
- 💰 Paid version not worth it

**Reported bugs**

- Can't get past tutorial
- Parts disappear or get stuck
- Glitchy camera and controls
- Crashes and restarts progress

**Requested features**

- More levels or PCs to build
- Ability to choose parts
- More detailed PC building simulation
- Informative component labels
- Ability to test the built PC


### PC Creator 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pc-creator-2-computer-tycoon/id1604170642)

Build, upgrade, and test custom PCs for clients and your own business. Manage resources, trade components, and even mine cryptocurrency to grow your computer empire. Customize your workshop and complete quests to become a PC tycoon.

**Highlights:** Build custom PCs, Upgrade PC components, Realistic benchmarks and stress tests, Complete customer assignments, Trade PC components, Cryptocurrency mining, Customize workshop

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Gem Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bank (Level 2) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Apartment Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Unique Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Remove ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 4 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good game quality
- 🚀 Realistic and detailed
- 🚀 Smooth and enjoyable gameplay
- 👍 Fun and addictive experience
- 👍 Helpful for learning about PCs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 💰 Expensive subscription and upgrades
- 🐛 Inventory and progress issues
- 🐛 Freezing and loading problems

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to progress past tutorial due to lack of funds
- Disappearing or missing purchased items and upgrades
- Freezing and crashing issues, especially on older devices
- Incorrect or placeholder text in various parts of the game
- Connectivity and syncing problems causing lost progress

**Requested features**

- Add more PC components and customization options
- Improve tutorial and progression system
- Reduce ads and make in-app purchases more fair
- Add offline mode and better performance optimizations
- Improve translation and localization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Computer Building Simulator free?

Computer Building Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PC Creator 2 free?

PC Creator 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Computer Building Simulator or PC Creator 2?

PC Creator 2 is rated higher. Computer Building Simulator averages 1.9 out of 5 from 295 ratings, while PC Creator 2 averages 4.3 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Computer Building Simulator or PC Creator 2 have ads?

PC Creator 2 shows ads; Computer Building Simulator does not.

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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.*