# Naval Command vs Submarine Simulator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Naval Command at 75% against Submarine Simulator's 14%. Naval Command also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.0) and ads (none vs shown). Submarine Simulator's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Naval Command sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Submarine Simulator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Naval Command holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Naval Command's written reviews are positive against 14% of Submarine Simulator's.

Naval Command ships an update every 3 weeks, Submarine Simulator every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Naval Command | Submarine Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (45 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naval-command/id1463698681/reviews)** | [3.0 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submarine-simulator-ww2-uboat/id1644390674/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **45** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 14.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 133 MB | 252 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Appworks Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/420274802) | [Katsushi Kuroki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1644390976) |

## What reviewers say

### Naval Command

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naval-command/id1463698681)

Engage in intense World War 2 naval battles, defending escort ships from enemy air attacks. Strategize to safely guide your fleet to port while the enemy adapts their tactics. Upgrade your battle group at the shipyard to prepare for the next challenging mission.

**Highlights:** WW2 naval defense gameplay, Protect escort ships, Defend against air attacks, Realistic battle scenarios, Adaptive enemy tactics, Shipyard for upgrades

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| +500 Ammo Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| +1 Shot Burst | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ensign's Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Captain's Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Admiral's Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


### Submarine Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submarine-simulator-ww2-uboat/id1644390674)

Command a German U-boat in a realistic 3D World War II simulator. Plan and execute torpedo attacks on enemy convoys, utilizing hydrophones and tactical maps to evade destroyers and depth charges. Experience a campaign of missions designed for strategic naval warfare.

**Highlights:** Realistic U-boat controls, Periscope and hydrophone detection, Torpedo attacks with T.D.C., Tactical map with contacts, Campaign of 5 missions, Single-player naval warfare

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Torpedo Resupply Pack (+6) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full Battery Recharge | $0.99 | one-time |
| Emergency Repair Kit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Naval Command free?

Naval Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Submarine Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Naval Command or Submarine Simulator?

Naval Command is rated higher. Naval Command averages 4.0 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while Submarine Simulator averages 3.0 from 16 ratings.

### Do Naval Command or Submarine Simulator have ads?

Submarine Simulator shows ads; Naval Command does not.

### Which is updated more often, Naval Command or Submarine Simulator?

Naval Command ships an update every 3 weeks, and Submarine Simulator every 3 days. Most recently, Naval Command was updated on October 24, 2026 and Submarine Simulator on October 30, 2026.

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