# Boat Master vs Subway Train Simulator

The clearest difference is ads: Boat Master at none against Subway Train Simulator's shown. Boat Master also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 245). Subway Train Simulator's advantage is review sentiment (84% vs 52%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boat Master sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Subway Train Simulator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Boat Master holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boat Master has 1.7K ratings behind it against 245, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Boat Master's written reviews are positive against 84% of Subway Train Simulator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Boat Master ships an update every 4 months, Subway Train Simulator every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boat Master | Subway Train Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-master/id1349495816/reviews)** | [4.3 (245 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subway-train-simulator/id6444273977/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 245 |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% of reviews | **84.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 244 MB | 363 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Tommy Vaux](https://appshunter.io/developer/1349495815) | [Anatoly Kochergin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1562656079) |

## What reviewers say

### Boat Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-master/id1349495816)

Experience realistic boat navigation and parking challenges. Master various vessels, from motorboats to superyachts, in diverse weather and marina conditions. Test your skills against time, scoring systems, and navigation rules.

**Highlights:** Navigate and berth various boat types, Realistic boat controls and physics, Dynamic weather and current conditions, Time-based and 3-star scoring system, Multiple camera modes, Console-quality graphics

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| In Game Superyacht | $2.49 | one-time |
| In Game Yacht | $2.49 | one-time |
| In Game Speedboat | $2.49 | one-time |
| Euro Cruiser | $2.49 | one-time |
| In Game Jet Ski | $2.49 | one-time |
| Everyday Pack | $3.49 | one-time |
| Exotic Pack | $3.49 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic boat controls
- 👍 Excellent graphics
- 🚢 Variety of boat types
- 💡 Helpful for learning boat handling

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and crashes
- 🔒 Limited free content, pay-to-play
- 🔋 Performance issues on some devices
- 🤖 Unrealistic physics and boat behavior

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to progress past tutorial
- Boats disappearing or controls not working
- Docking zones not registering properly

**Requested features**

- Free play mode
- Customizable weather and conditions
- More boat types and scenarios
- First-person view option
- Ability to control individual engines


### Subway Train Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subway-train-simulator/id6444273977)

Experience realistic subway train driving. Operate trains, transport passengers to their destinations, and explore different cities. Choose from various game modes, including missions and free play, to hone your driving skills.

**Highlights:** Realistic subway train operation, Passenger transport, Multiple cities (NY, London, Tokyo, Moscow), Free mode and missions, Train horn and door controls, Realistic physics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 120 Diamonds | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1400 Diamonds | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic train models
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🚇 Variety of subway systems
- 💡 Passenger mode feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔇 Unrealistic sound effects
- 🕹️ Limited controls and customization

**Reported bugs**

- Restore purchases feature not working
- Trains not stopping at certain stations
- Camera issues when leaving stations
- Inconsistent train announcements and call signs

**Requested features**

- Add more subway systems (e.g. San Francisco, Toronto, etc.)
- Implement train signals and speed limits
- Allow players to enter train depots and yards
- Improve realism with station announcements and passenger animations
- Introduce train scheduling and timetables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boat Master free?

Boat Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Subway Train Simulator free?

Subway Train Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Boat Master or Subway Train Simulator?

Boat Master is rated higher. Boat Master averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Subway Train Simulator averages 4.3 from 245 ratings.

### Do Boat Master or Subway Train Simulator have ads?

Subway Train Simulator shows ads; Boat Master does not.

### Which is updated more often, Boat Master or Subway Train Simulator?

Boat Master ships an update every 4 months, and Subway Train Simulator every 5 weeks. Most recently, Boat Master was updated on November 2, 2026 and Subway Train Simulator on November 7, 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.*