# Helicopter Simulator 2018 vs Construction Simulator 3

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Construction Simulator 3 at 72% against Helicopter Simulator 2018's 16%. Construction Simulator 3 also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.7) and ads (none vs shown). Helicopter Simulator 2018's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99). On in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Helicopter Simulator 2018 is free to download; Construction Simulator 3 costs $3.99 up front. Helicopter Simulator 2018 sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Construction Simulator 3 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Construction Simulator 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Simulator 3 has 1.1K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Helicopter Simulator 2018's written reviews are positive against 72% of Construction Simulator 3's.

Helicopter Simulator 2018 ships an update every 34 months, Construction Simulator 3 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Helicopter Simulator 2018 | Construction Simulator 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [1.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helicopter-simulator-2018/id1264817328/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-simulator-3/id1439889483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 16.2% of reviews | **71.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 34 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 318 MB | 1.6 GB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thetis Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/339173067) | [astragon Entertainment GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/433152241) |

## What reviewers say

### Helicopter Simulator 2018

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helicopter-simulator-2018/id1264817328)

Experience realistic helicopter flight with detailed 3D models and over 360 missions. Create your own flight plans, choose weather conditions, and fly through diverse cities. Master takeoff, landing, and complex maneuvers in this immersive simulator.

**Highlights:** Realistic helicopter controls, Detailed 3D helicopter and airport models, Over 360 created missions, Flight planner for custom missions, Dynamic weather and day/night cycles, Multiple camera views

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Restore Fuel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Club | $2.99 | one-time |
| Trump Sikorsky S-76 | $2.99 | one-time |
| U.F.O. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Boeing AH-64 Apache | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bell 206 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bell 222 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sikorsky MH-53 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bell UH-1 Iroquois | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bell 407 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boeing CH-47 Chinook | $9.99 | one-time |
| WingFoot Blimp | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlocks all helicopters! | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helicopter glitch to get free helicopters
- 👍 Good game, needs more free helicopters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Difficult to control helicopters
- 🔒 Most helicopters are locked behind paywalls
- 🔋 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 👎 Poor graphics and unrealistic flight dynamics
- 👎 Lack of tutorial or instructions on how to play

**Reported bugs**

- Helicopters flying erratically or crashing on takeoff
- Inability to see altitude and speed information
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Glitches with purchased helicopters not working properly

**Requested features**

- More free helicopters to unlock
- Improved flight controls and responsiveness
- Better graphics and realistic environments
- In-depth tutorial for new players
- Ability to customize camera views


### Construction Simulator 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-simulator-3/id1439889483)

Experience realistic construction work in a charming European setting. Take on diverse contracts, build and repair structures, and expand your fleet with officially licensed vehicles from top brands. Explore a new map and master challenging missions.

**Highlights:** Over 50 licensed vehicles, New cockpit view, Over 70 challenging contracts, Bridge construction missions, Explore a 3.2km² European map, Build and repair roads and houses

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack 01 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 02 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 03 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 04 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 05 | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best game
- 🚀 Awesome and fun
- 🚀 Great gameplay
- 🚀 Realistic graphics
- 🚀 Lots of content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🔒 No controller support
- 🔒 Repetitive jobs

**Reported bugs**

- Vehicles getting stuck or flying into the air
- Inability to load/unload materials properly
- Missions not completing due to glitches
- Saved game progress getting lost
- In-app purchases not working

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- More vehicles and equipment
- Ability to get out of vehicles
- Customization options
- Larger map with more areas


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Helicopter Simulator 2018 free?

Helicopter Simulator 2018 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Construction Simulator 3 free?

Construction Simulator 3 costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Helicopter Simulator 2018 or Construction Simulator 3?

Construction Simulator 3 is rated higher. Helicopter Simulator 2018 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Construction Simulator 3 averages 4.5 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Helicopter Simulator 2018 or Construction Simulator 3 have ads?

Helicopter Simulator 2018 shows ads; Construction Simulator 3 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Helicopter Simulator 2018 or Construction Simulator 3?

Helicopter Simulator 2018 ships an update every 34 months, and Construction Simulator 3 fortnightly. Most recently, Helicopter Simulator 2018 was updated on October 19, 2026 and Construction Simulator 3 on October 17, 2026.

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