# Idle Digging vs Overcrowded

Idle Digging and Overcrowded both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 64% of Overcrowded's written reviews are positive against 39% of Idle Digging's. Idle Digging's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Idle Digging sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Overcrowded sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Idle Digging against 4.7 for Overcrowded. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 38K and 18K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of Idle Digging's written reviews are positive against 64% of Overcrowded's.

Idle Digging ships an update every 3 weeks, Overcrowded every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idle Digging | Overcrowded |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (38K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-digging/id1493358837/reviews) | **[4.7 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overcrowded-tycoon/id1604391006/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **38K** | 18K |
| Positive reviews | 39.4% of reviews | **63.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 286 MB | 423 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zplay (Beijing) Info. Tech. Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/531022725) | [ZeptoLab UK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/450542236) |

## What reviewers say

### Idle Digging

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-digging/id1493358837)

Manage workers to dig and build houses, earning gold to upgrade tools for faster digging. Experience an addictive idle game focused on resource management and wealth accumulation.

**Highlights:** Manage workers, Dig and build houses, Earn gold, Upgrade digging tools, Addictive gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Pop-up Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 4 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 5 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun game
- 👍 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Interesting concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 💰 Expensive upgrades
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not working as expected
- Progress loss after updates
- Crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Offline earnings
- Customization options
- Improved ad system


### Overcrowded

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overcrowded-tycoon/id1604391006)

Construct and manage a thrilling theme park, building a variety of rides and attractions. Keep your visitors happy by managing their emotions, providing essential services, and hiring mascots. Expand your park and tackle special event parks for unique challenges and rewards.

**Highlights:** Build diverse attractions, Manage visitor emotions, Provide essential services, Hire park mascots, Expand park size, Manage special event parks

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Helipad | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rollercoaster Ride | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tower | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Space Park Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Builders Hut Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive
- 👍 Cute graphics and polished UI
- 🎨 Customizable park
- 💰 Reasonable monetization, optional ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy AI and pathfinding issues
- 🕰️ Slow progression and long wait times
- 💰 Paywalled rides and features
- 🔍 Difficulty navigating and managing park

**Reported bugs**

- Referral system not working
- Fireworks and event rewards not functioning properly
- Crashes and performance issues on larger parks
- Inconsistent offline income tracking

**Requested features**

- Ability to store/sell decorations and items
- More offline income and passive progression
- Improved leaderboards and social features
- Wider variety of rides and attractions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idle Digging free?

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

### Is Overcrowded free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Idle Digging or Overcrowded?

Overcrowded is rated higher. Idle Digging averages 4.6 out of 5 from 38K ratings, while Overcrowded averages 4.7 from 18K ratings.

### Do Idle Digging or Overcrowded have ads?

Both Idle Digging and Overcrowded show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Idle Digging or Overcrowded?

Idle Digging ships an update every 3 weeks, and Overcrowded every 6 weeks. Most recently, Idle Digging was updated on September 25, 2026 and Overcrowded on September 25, 2026.

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