# Virtual Pro Gaming vs Soccer Referee Simulator 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Soccer Referee Simulator 3D at 4.6 against Virtual Pro Gaming's 2.0. Soccer Referee Simulator 3D also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (9.4K vs 8). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Virtual Pro Gaming sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Soccer Referee Simulator 3D sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Soccer Referee Simulator 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Soccer Referee Simulator 3D has 9.4K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Virtual Pro Gaming's written reviews are positive against 32% of Soccer Referee Simulator 3D's.

Virtual Pro Gaming ships an update monthly, Soccer Referee Simulator 3D every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual Pro Gaming | Soccer Referee Simulator 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-pro-gaming/id1477998568/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soccer-referee-simulator-3d/id6742241805/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **9.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 27.9% of reviews | **32.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 51 MB | 509 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Virtual Pro Gaming, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477998567) | [J LABS TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1700262942) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual Pro Gaming

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-pro-gaming/id1477998568)

Compete in 11v11 EAFC Clubs esports competitions. Create an account, join or form a team, and manage your virtual footballers in global tournaments. Rank up your profile and climb leaderboards to elevate your gaming experience.

**Highlights:** 11v11 EAFC Clubs competitions, Team registration and management, Free agent posting, Global tournament participation, Profile ranking and leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VPG Premium \| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| VPG Premium \| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Soccer Referee Simulator 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soccer-referee-simulator-3d/id6742241805)

Experience the thrill of being a football referee. Make critical calls on penalties, offsides, and fouls, using VAR-inspired replays to ensure fairness. Manage matches from local leagues to international cups and build your reputation as a top official.

**Highlights:** Award penalty kicks, Judge offside calls, Show yellow and red cards, Use VAR-inspired replays, Manage league and cup matches, Career mode progression, Realistic discipline system

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Get 50 Energy | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Refeere Booster Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| No ads Limited | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Elite Referee 2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Ticket + No Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 🚀 Addicting gameplay
- 💡 Interesting referee simulation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Fouls not always accurate
- 🔋 Too many ads
- 🔋 Ads disrupt gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes at last level of second division
- Issues with energy/match progression

**Requested features**

- Remove energy usage to allow continuous play
- Add more animations (coach/player arguments, injuries, extended matches)
- Include more leagues and international competitions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual Pro Gaming free?

Virtual Pro Gaming is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Soccer Referee Simulator 3D free?

Soccer Referee Simulator 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Virtual Pro Gaming or Soccer Referee Simulator 3D?

Soccer Referee Simulator 3D is rated higher. Virtual Pro Gaming averages 2.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Soccer Referee Simulator 3D averages 4.6 from 9.4K ratings.

### Do Virtual Pro Gaming or Soccer Referee Simulator 3D have ads?

Neither Virtual Pro Gaming nor Soccer Referee Simulator 3D shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Virtual Pro Gaming or Soccer Referee Simulator 3D?

Virtual Pro Gaming ships an update monthly, and Soccer Referee Simulator 3D every 2 weeks. Most recently, Virtual Pro Gaming was updated on November 3, 2026 and Soccer Referee Simulator 3D on November 3, 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.*