# Gun Builder 3D Simulator vs Gun Builder ELITE 2

The clearest difference is rating: Gun Builder ELITE 2 at 4.7 against Gun Builder 3D Simulator's 4.2. Gun Builder ELITE 2 also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (68% vs 43%). Gun Builder 3D Simulator's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gun Builder 3D Simulator sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Gun Builder ELITE 2 sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gun Builder ELITE 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gun Builder ELITE 2 has 7.6K ratings behind it against 283, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Gun Builder 3D Simulator's written reviews are positive against 68% of Gun Builder ELITE 2's.

Gun Builder 3D Simulator ships an update every 4 months, Gun Builder ELITE 2 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gun Builder 3D Simulator | Gun Builder ELITE 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (283 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gun-builder-3d-simulator/id1377948764/reviews) | **[4.7 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gun-builder-elite-2/id6447168170/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 283 | **7.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **67.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 434 MB | 1.3 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dimitri Liwenetz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1696108961) | [Lifebelt Games Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/963778858) |

## What reviewers say

### Gun Builder 3D Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gun-builder-3d-simulator/id1377948764)

Design and customize your own firearms in a 3D simulator. Equip them with various accessories and test their accuracy in virtual shooting galleries. Share your creations with friends for virtual battles.

**Highlights:** Design custom firearms, Add accessories and skins, Realistic shooting sounds and effects, Virtual shooting gallery, Share weapon designs, Play virtual battles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| All weapons and upgrades | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good gun simulator
- 👍 Fun gameplay
- 👍 Good animations
- 👍 Decent disassembly/assembly
- 👍 Good representation of hipfiring

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Too many ads
- 😞 Ads are intrusive
- 😞 Missing key factors
- 😞 Horrible physics
- 😞 Fake advertising

**Reported bugs**

- Wouldn't let me unlock locked guns
- Slide not locking back when mag is empty (pistols)
- Charging handle moves back when out of ammo
- Reload glitch with magazine floating in air
- Startup crashing on iPhone 5 iOS 10.3.4

**Requested features**

- Unlock locked guns
- More guns (sniper, Glock 17, MP5, AK74, HK417)
- Add Mac gun
- Weapon cycling
- Press and release animation for bolt catch


### Gun Builder ELITE 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gun-builder-elite-2/id6447168170)

Build, customize, and fire a vast array of realistic firearms with extensive detail. Test your creations on realistic shooting grounds and compete globally with your custom weapons. Showcase your arsenal in a personalized gun rack.

**Highlights:** Build diverse firearms, Precision customization, Realistic shooting grounds, Global shooting competitions, Gun rack display, Save and share creations

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| M249 Flash Sale | $4.99 | one-time |
| SCAR Flash Sales | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| MPX Flash Sale | $4.99 | one-time |
| M4 Flash Sale | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Ops Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| Marshal's Stash | $24.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 4 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Frontline Pack | $34.99 | one-time |
| Marine Corps Pack | $34.99 | one-time |
| 2024 Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 5 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 6 | $99.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pack | $119.99 | one-time |
| Enforcer Arms Deal | $129.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and epic game
- 🚀 Lots of customization options
- 💡 Destruction physics are great

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
- 🔒 Progression system is too grindy and pay-to-win
- 🔋 Difficult to earn in-game currency

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when firing full-auto
- Discord link in app is expired
- Account progress reset after update

**Requested features**

- More weapon variety and types
- PvP and co-op game modes
- Ability to save and edit completed gun builds
- Improved graphics and visual effects
- Easier progression and leveling system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gun Builder 3D Simulator free?

Gun Builder 3D Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gun Builder ELITE 2 free?

Gun Builder ELITE 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gun Builder 3D Simulator or Gun Builder ELITE 2?

Gun Builder ELITE 2 is rated higher. Gun Builder 3D Simulator averages 4.2 out of 5 from 283 ratings, while Gun Builder ELITE 2 averages 4.7 from 7.6K ratings.

### Do Gun Builder 3D Simulator or Gun Builder ELITE 2 have ads?

Both Gun Builder 3D Simulator and Gun Builder ELITE 2 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gun Builder 3D Simulator or Gun Builder ELITE 2?

Gun Builder 3D Simulator ships an update every 4 months, and Gun Builder ELITE 2 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Gun Builder 3D Simulator was updated on September 18, 2026 and Gun Builder ELITE 2 on September 26, 2026.

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