# TreeSim vs Reforest Rainforest

The clearest difference is rating: Reforest Rainforest at 5.0 against TreeSim's 3.6. Reforest Rainforest also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%). TreeSim's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reforest Rainforest sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. TreeSim asks for nothing beyond the download.

Reforest Rainforest holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TreeSim has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of TreeSim's written reviews are positive against 100% of Reforest Rainforest's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TreeSim | Reforest Rainforest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treesim/id1472945202/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reforest-rainforest/id6474638407/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 184 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Bret Lester](https://appshunter.io/developer/917672169) | [Games for the Planet UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1722153005) |

## What reviewers say

### TreeSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treesim/id1472945202)

Generate an endless array of unique trees with a simple tap. Experience a delightful and calming process as digital flora flourishes on your screen. It's a relaxing way to create algorithmic nature.

**Highlights:** Algorithmic tree creation, Infinite variety, Tap-to-grow mechanic, Relaxing gameplay, Delightful visual experience

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Reforest Rainforest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reforest-rainforest/id6474638407)

Engage in a gaming adventure that directly contributes to global reforestation. Your in-game actions and purchases help plant real trees, rejuvenating barren lands and creating a greener future. Unlock special characters to enhance your efforts in this unique blend of play and environmental action.

**Highlights:** Play games to plant trees, Contribute to global reforestation, Rejuvenate virtual and real barren lands, Unlock companion characters, In-game purchases support planting, Watch ads to support planting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Tree Donation | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Tree Donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Tree Donation | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 Tree Donation | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TreeSim free?

TreeSim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Reforest Rainforest free?

Reforest Rainforest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TreeSim or Reforest Rainforest?

Reforest Rainforest is rated higher. TreeSim averages 3.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Reforest Rainforest averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TreeSim or Reforest Rainforest have ads?

Reforest Rainforest shows ads; TreeSim does not.

### Which is updated more often, TreeSim or Reforest Rainforest?

TreeSim ships an update weekly, and Reforest Rainforest weekly. Most recently, TreeSim was updated on October 10, 2026 and Reforest Rainforest on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*