# Idle Theme Park vs Train Simulator Roller Coaster

The clearest difference is rating: Idle Theme Park at 4.6 against Train Simulator Roller Coaster's 3.3. Idle Theme Park also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 16 months). Train Simulator Roller Coaster'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. Idle Theme Park sells 25 one-off in-app purchases and Train Simulator Roller Coaster sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Idle Theme Park holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Idle Theme Park has 159K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Idle Theme Park's written reviews are positive against 0% of Train Simulator Roller Coaster's.

Idle Theme Park ships an update every 2 weeks, Train Simulator Roller Coaster every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idle Theme Park | Train Simulator Roller Coaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (159K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-theme-park-tycoon-game/id1460772578/reviews)** | [3.3 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-simulator-roller-coaster/id1628089698/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **159K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **41.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#117** | — |
| Size | 857 MB | 399 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Codigames](https://appshunter.io/developer/516547990) | [Rajani Priya Sanaka](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610507013) |

## What reviewers say

### Idle Theme Park

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-theme-park-tycoon-game/id1460772578)

**Currently charting:** #117 Top Free · Strategy, #117 Top Grossing · Simulation, #127 Top Grossing · Strategy (US App Store)

Build and manage your own theme park, starting small and expanding with new attractions and facilities. Make strategic business decisions to attract visitors, manage resources, and become the ultimate theme park tycoon.

**Highlights:** Build and expand theme park, Manage attractions and facilities, Earn money from food and tickets, Hire security and employees, Improve rides and visitor experience, Cloud save functionality

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

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 80 Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| Power Pack Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Token Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank B x25 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Last Chance Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Energy Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Last Chance | $4.99 | one-time |
| Token Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golden Gates | $5.99 | one-time |
| Aquapark Golden Gates | $5.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Dice Pack 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rise Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| General Manager | $9.99 | one-time |
| Token Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elite Start | $14.99 | one-time |
| No more Ads | $14.99 | one-time |
| VIP Ticket | $15.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate All in One Magic Pack | $17.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Viking Boat | $19.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Founder's Statue | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very fun good game
- 🚀 Highly recommend
- 🤩 Amazing !
- 🤩 BRILLIANT 🤩🤩🤩
- 🤩 WHAT A GAME

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Epic themes lost all the things and are now back to zero
- 🐛 I CANT BUY KART
- 🐛 does not open
- 🐛 Lost all my coins
- 🐛 UI

**Reported bugs**

- Game keeps telling me new parks incoming but still nothing
- Can't reset or sign out of Game Center
- Game won't open, just loses for 10 mins straight
- Ads don't work, no reward given
- Ads cause game to crash or freeze

**Requested features**

- When's the next update?
- Please update!
- More, MORE!!!!!!!!
- More islands and more rides
- Ability to go back to old theme parks


### Train Simulator Roller Coaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-simulator-roller-coaster/id1628089698)

Experience the thrill of operating a roller coaster in an amusement park. Sell tickets to eager riders, manage your speed on turns, and safely transport passengers to their destination. Unlock new themes and enjoy smooth gameplay.

**Highlights:** Roller coaster operation, Ticket selling mechanic, Multiple unique themes, Smooth controls, Speed management, Safe ride completion

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Coasters | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idle Theme Park free?

Idle Theme Park is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Train Simulator Roller Coaster free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Idle Theme Park or Train Simulator Roller Coaster?

Idle Theme Park is rated higher. Idle Theme Park averages 4.6 out of 5 from 159K ratings, while Train Simulator Roller Coaster averages 3.3 from 7 ratings.

### Do Idle Theme Park or Train Simulator Roller Coaster have ads?

Both Idle Theme Park and Train Simulator Roller Coaster show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Idle Theme Park or Train Simulator Roller Coaster?

Idle Theme Park ships an update every 2 weeks, and Train Simulator Roller Coaster every 16 months. Most recently, Idle Theme Park was updated on September 24, 2026 and Train Simulator Roller Coaster on August 17, 2026.

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