Comparison

BuildCores vs SurLog

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BuildCores

This app offers a revolutionary 3D PC building experience, allowing users to visualize and assemble virtual computer components. It features an intelligent compatibility engine and global price comparison to ensure optimal builds and savings.

Highlights
  • Full 3D PC builder simulator
  • Interactive 3D component assembly
  • Intelligent compatibility engine
  • Global price comparison
  • Live sales feed
  • Build management and syncing
  • Performance estimator
Features
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BuildCores is the next-generation Part Picker and PC Builder in 3D. We combine a powerful component database with revolutionary full 3D viewing, giving you the ultimate PC building experience right on your phone. See a simulation of your real-life PC before you build it. FULL 3D PC BUILDER SIMULATOR See Your Build Come to Life: Don't just pick parts, assemble them! We're the only PC Parts Picker that lets you see your components in a fully interactive 3D space. Check Fit & Aesthetics: Rotate, zoom, and inspect your build from every angle to ensure everything looks and fits exactly how you want it to. INTELLIGENT COMPATIBILITY ENGINE Build with Absolute Confidence: Our core mission is perfect compatibility. BuildCores automatically cross-references every part you select—from CPU and motherboard sockets to RAM clearance and PSU wattage—to prevent any issues. Eliminate Guesswork: Stop worrying about returns and headaches. Our system acts as your expert guide, ensuring every part works together flawlessly. GLOBAL PRICE COMPARISON & LIVE SALES FEED Find the Lowest Price, Guaranteed: Compare real-time prices for every component across top retailers like Amazon, Newegg, and Best Buy. We support retailers across the USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, and more. Regional Price Tracking: Our price comparison isn't limited to one country. Find the absolute best deal by checking prices across different regions. Never Miss a Deal: The dedicated Sales Feed is your secret weapon, alerting you to the latest discounts and price drops on the parts you need, saving you money automatically. POWERFUL ACCOUNTS & BUILD MANAGEMENT Your Builds, Synced Everywhere: Create a free BuildCores account to save, edit, and manage unlimited custom PC builds. Seamless & Organized: Start a build on the go and access it anytime. Your personalized part lists and dream machines are always just a tap away. KEY FEATURES FOR EVERY PC BUILDER: Massive Component Database: An ever-expanding library of CPUs, GPUs, motherboards, RAM, SSDs, and more, with specs and pricing updated hourly. Performance Estimator: Get FPS estimates to see how your build will perform in popular games. Easy Sharing: Export your build list in a Reddit-friendly table or simple text to share with communities like /r/buildapc for feedback. Terms of Service: https://www.buildcores.com/terms

About

SurLog

Features
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Dominate your favorite Rust servers with real-time insights! Track vending machines, find the best deals, and always stay raid-ready with SurLog — the ultimate Rust companion app. Free features: • Item search with filters — discover profitable trades in seconds • Vending machine scanner — instantly see who sells what on your server • Best deals — maximize your profit and price items smarter • Dynamic event map — stay ahead of helicopters, traders, and other events Premium features: • Trade & event history — analyze past activity and master the economy • Event routes — predict enemy movement with early intel • Perfect timing — know server time, sunrise, and sunset for smarter raids • Squad tracker — monitor your team even when you’re offline • Saved searches — jump back into your favorite filters instantly • Smart notifications — get alerts only for the events that matter SurLog — outsmart, out-trade, outlast. Gain the survival edge in Rust and always stay one step ahead. [PrivacyPolicy] https://goind2112.github.io/surlog_card/en/privacy_policy [TermsOfUse] https://goind2112.github.io/surlog_card/en/terms_of_use [EULA] https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BuildCores4 screens
SurLog4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BuildCores at 4.7 against SurLog's 1.0. BuildCores also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BuildCores sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and SurLog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BuildCores holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BuildCores has 2.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BuildCores versus SurLog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBuildCoresSurLog
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.1K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size211 MB57 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperHarshdeep KahlonAppKeeper LTD

Bugs and requests

BuildCores

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when changing parts
  • Incorrect part information and links
  • Inability to remove/edit builds

Requested features

5 requests
  • 3D visualization of builds
  • More currency options
  • Ability to add custom parts
  • Improved compatibility checks
  • Price history tracking

SurLog

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

BuildCores

Subscriptions12
  • Supporter Monthly Creator$3.991 Month
  • BuildCores PRO$4.991 Month
  • Supporter Weekly Creator$5.997 Days
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  • BuildCores Pro Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly Discount$9.991 Year
  • Supporter Monthly Creator$9.991 Month
  • BuildCores PRO$11.991 Month
  • Supporter Yearly Creator$11.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly Discount$22.991 Year
  • Supporter Yearly Creator$27.991 Year
  • BuildCores PRO$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • BuildCores Premium$2.99
3 purchases

SurLog

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is BuildCores free?
BuildCores is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SurLog free?
SurLog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BuildCores or SurLog?
BuildCores is rated higher. BuildCores averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while SurLog averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do BuildCores or SurLog have ads?
Neither BuildCores nor SurLog shows ads.

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