# Treasure Hunter World vs Junkyard Builder Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Junkyard Builder Simulator at 4.7 against Treasure Hunter World's 4.1. Junkyard Builder Simulator also leads on ratings volume (248 vs 18). Treasure Hunter World's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 51%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Treasure Hunter World sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Junkyard Builder Simulator sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Junkyard Builder Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Junkyard Builder Simulator has 248 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of Treasure Hunter World's written reviews are positive against 51% of Junkyard Builder Simulator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Treasure Hunter World ships an update monthly, Junkyard Builder Simulator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Treasure Hunter World | Junkyard Builder Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treasure-hunter-world/id1504953535/reviews) | **[4.7 (248 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/junkyard-builder-simulator/id1576491265/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **248** |
| Positive reviews | **72.7% of reviews** | 50.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 219 MB | 214 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dmytro Samokhvalov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1274449082) | [FreeMind S.A](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613130719) |

## What reviewers say

### Treasure Hunter World

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treasure-hunter-world/id1504953535)

Embark on a treasure hunting adventure in an open world based on true events. Explore a vast countryside, complete quests for villagers, and upgrade your equipment to discover thousands of unique findings. This simulator offers a realistic metal detecting experience with an engaging storyline.

**Highlights:** Open world exploration, Hundreds of findings, Real-world artifact stories, Metal detector upgrades, Humorous quests, Engaging storyline

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Camping Day | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stack of coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Quadcopter Di-copter | $1.99 | one-time |
| Handful of coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coin purse | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack (discount) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pot of coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Jar of coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pot of coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads discount | $6.99 | one-time |
| Bag of coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of coins | $21.99 | one-time |
| Safe of coins | $34.99 | one-time |
| Coin wagon | $49.99 | one-time |


### Junkyard Builder Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/junkyard-builder-simulator/id1576491265)

Transform a deserted junkyard into a thriving business. Collect, segregate, and recycle various types of trash, from cars to scrap metal. Assemble, renew, and sell items to grow your empire and become a master of waste processing.

**Highlights:** Clean up and segregate trash, Assemble and renew items, Invest in new machines, Open containers for surprises, Develop your character, Realistic waste processing, Trade on the market

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Money bag | $1.99 | one-time |
| Handful of emeralds | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove interstitial ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Money backpack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bag of emeralds | $3.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Money chest | $9.99 | one-time |
| Money container | $15.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Money truck | $31.99 | one-time |
| Big pack | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Treasure Hunter World free?

Treasure Hunter World is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Junkyard Builder Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Treasure Hunter World or Junkyard Builder Simulator?

Junkyard Builder Simulator is rated higher. Treasure Hunter World averages 4.1 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Junkyard Builder Simulator averages 4.7 from 248 ratings.

### Do Treasure Hunter World or Junkyard Builder Simulator have ads?

Both Treasure Hunter World and Junkyard Builder Simulator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Treasure Hunter World or Junkyard Builder Simulator?

Treasure Hunter World ships an update monthly, and Junkyard Builder Simulator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Treasure Hunter World was updated on October 25, 2026 and Junkyard Builder Simulator on October 21, 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.*