# Train Simulator PRO 2018 vs Airport Game®

The clearest difference is rating: Train Simulator PRO 2018 at 3.4 against Airport Game®'s 1.0. Train Simulator PRO 2018 also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 31 months) and ratings volume (507 vs 1). Airport Game®'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Train Simulator PRO 2018 costs $5.99 and Airport Game® $6.99 up front. Train Simulator PRO 2018 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Airport Game® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Train Simulator PRO 2018 holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Simulator PRO 2018 has 507 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Train Simulator PRO 2018 ships an update every 6 weeks, Airport Game® every 31 months. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Train Simulator PRO 2018 | Airport Game® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$5.99** | $6.99 |
| Rating | **[3.4 (507 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-simulator-pro-2018/id1254419905/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airport-game/id1432015458/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **507** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 41.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 31 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 828 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MAGEEKS SC](https://appshunter.io/developer/611120073) | [Domyung Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1068125396) |

## What reviewers say

### Train Simulator PRO 2018

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-simulator-pro-2018/id1254419905)

Experience the thrill of being a train engineer by driving realistic locomotives across a vast US landscape. Manage freight or passenger trains, navigate complex routes, and build a successful railway company. Enjoy stunning graphics and interactive cab controls for an immersive simulation.

**Highlights:** Drive passenger or freight trains, Explore 1000 sq miles of terrain, 15 cities to visit, 6 unique locomotives, Interactive engineer's cabin, Realistic damage system, Dynamic weather and day/night cycle

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Sack of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best train game ever
- 🚀 Awesome game
- 🚀 Excellent
- 🚀 High quality
- 🚀 Great graphics and gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes
- 🐛 Glitches
- 🐛 Money issues
- 🐛 Lack of features
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Long trains not recognized at grade crossings
- Engine damage and repair costs too high
- Inconsistent speed limit enforcement
- Missions not starting/completing properly
- Inability to unload cargo without crashing

**Requested features**

- Expand map to include West Coast
- Add more train models and types (e.g. steam engines)
- Implement multiplayer functionality
- Add more camera views and free roam mode
- Allow customization of trains (colors, logos, etc.)


### Airport Game®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airport-game/id1432015458)

Manage your own airport and airlines, trading stocks and collecting tickets to build a vast aviation empire. Experience dynamic ticket prices and become a wealthy magnate in this simulation game.

**Highlights:** Airport ownership, Airline management, Stock market trading, Ticket collection and sales, Dynamic pricing, Aviation empire building

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Let's add three diamonds. | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Train Simulator PRO 2018 free?

Train Simulator PRO 2018 costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Airport Game® free?

Airport Game® costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Train Simulator PRO 2018 or Airport Game®?

Train Simulator PRO 2018 is rated higher. Train Simulator PRO 2018 averages 3.4 out of 5 from 507 ratings, while Airport Game® averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Train Simulator PRO 2018 or Airport Game® have ads?

Train Simulator PRO 2018 shows ads; Airport Game® does not.

### Which is updated more often, Train Simulator PRO 2018 or Airport Game®?

Train Simulator PRO 2018 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Airport Game® every 31 months. Most recently, Train Simulator PRO 2018 was updated on November 2, 2026 and Airport Game® on November 2, 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.*