Sandbox 3D vs SandBox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sandbox 3D
Explore an open-world physics sandbox with friends. Manipulate objects, experiment with physics, and build creations in diverse locations. Enjoy multiplayer freedom with customizable server rules for object creation and deletion.
- Multiplayer gameplay
- Open-world exploration
- Physics experimentation
- Building system
- Multiple locations
- Inventory with numerous items
- Vehicles (land and air)
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Sandbox 3D is an open-world physical sandbox where you can manipulate various objects and experiment with physics with your friends. Features: - Multiplayer - Free world - 5+ locations - 10+ characters - 10+ vehicles (land and air) - 150+ items in inventory - Building system ● In public mode, everyone can create and delete not only their objects, but also others. In this case, the creator of the server can block access to create or delete objects on the server. ● In private mode, everyone can create objects, but only their owners can delete them. When you exit the server, all objects created by the player are deleted. The server owner cannot block access to creating and deleting objects, nor can he delete them himself.
SandBox
Engage in a dynamic particle physics playground with full rotation. Discover how various elements interact to produce captivating outcomes, offering both creative freedom and educational opportunities.
- Particle physics simulation
- Element interaction and combination
- Full 3D rotation
- Thermal vision mode
- Creative sandbox experience
- Educational element reactions
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Immerse yourself in the complete particle sandbox experience with full rotation capabilities. Explore a wide range of different elements and watch as they interact with each other to create fascinating results. Features: • Specialists understand that the sandbox is the perfect place to unleash your creativity. • Teachers recognize that the sandbox is an ideal tool for teaching about item reactions and how to create new elements. • Play sand with thermal vision, reminiscent of the popular game Garry's Mod (gmod). • This innovative and awesome concept is loads of fun with the sandbox, and I can't wait to upgrade! • The particles in the sandbox are very realistic, satisfying, and relaxing. Combine elements to create new reactions and even blow up floating sandbox or ragdoll sandbox 2 for even more excitement!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SandBox at 4.6 against Sandbox 3D's 4.1. SandBox also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (46K vs 853). Sandbox 3D's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (71% vs 37%). On price 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
Both are free to download. Sandbox 3D sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. SandBox asks for nothing beyond the download.
SandBox holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SandBox has 46K ratings behind it against 853, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Sandbox 3D's written reviews are positive against 37% of SandBox's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Sandbox 3D ships an update every 6 days, SandBox every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sandbox 3D | SandBox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (853 ratings) | 4.6 (46K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 70.5% of reviews — better | 36.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 853 | 46K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 305 MB | 150 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wladyslaw Jewloszewicz | TINYSOFT |
Customer experience
Sandbox 3D
SandBox
User reviews
Sandbox 3D
From 853 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fun and creative sandbox game
- 🚀 Great for building and customizing
- 💡 Potential for more content and features
Room to improve
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs, including getting stuck in vehicles
- 🔒 Lack of moderation and security, allowing hackers to take over servers
- 🤬 Inappropriate content and toxic players
- 🔋 Performance issues and crashes
SandBox
From 46K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Satisfying gameplay
- 👍 Relaxing and calming
- 🚀 Decent graphics
Room to improve
- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🔒 Forced ads and refills
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔋 Limited resources
Bugs and requests
Sandbox 3D
Reported bugs
4 issues- Getting stuck in vehicles
- Servers being taken over by hackers
- Crashes and performance issues
- Inability to exit the game from within a server
Requested features
7 requests- More guns, weapons, and vehicles
- Ability to sit in chairs and interact with furniture
- Larger build limits and more building materials
- Improved server management and anti-cheat features
- Ability to create and join friend groups/clans
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- More maps, environments, and NPCs
- Better monetization model and ways to earn in-game currency
SandBox
Reported bugs
3 issues- Level 50 is impossible to complete
- Certain materials like rock have glitches
- App crashes and freezes
Requested features
4 requests- More materials and elements
- Ability to save and load creations
- Larger sandbox area
- More realistic physics and behaviors
In-app purchases
Sandbox 3D
- Initial Pack - 3 gems$2.99
- Medium Pack - 7 gems$5.99
- Large Pack - 18 gems$11.99
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- Ultra Pack - 40 gems$23.99
- Hyper Pack - 100 gems$47.99
SandBox
No in-app purchases
