Comparison

DIY Simulator 3D vs Tangled Gears

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DIY Simulator 3D

Features
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Build DIY objects like Drones, e-Skateboards, Powerbanks and so on

About

Tangled Gears

Features
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"Embark on an exhilarating mechanical journey with our captivating puzzle game! Gear up for a brain-teasing challenge that will put your problem-solving skills to the test. In this innovative and immersive game, you'll be tasked with manipulating gears, pipes, and screws to free the trapped gears and unlock the mysteries of this intricate world. Are you ready to become the ultimate gear master and solve the most intricate mechanical puzzles? Tangled Gears is the game that will keep you engaged for hours on end. Explore the world of cogs and sprockets, solve intricate puzzles, and experience the thrill of setting the gears free. Get ready to turn, twist, and rotate your way to victory!"

Screenshots

DIY Simulator 3D4 screens
Tangled Gears4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tangled Gears at none against DIY Simulator 3D's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. DIY Simulator 3D sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Tangled Gears asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DIY Simulator 3D ships an update every 19 months, Tangled Gears every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
DIY Simulator 3D versus Tangled Gears: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDIY Simulator 3DTangled Gears
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 19 monthsEvery 16 months โ€” better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better13.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size124 MB148 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFRIENDLY APPS LTDCagri Gecin

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DIY Simulator 3D

Subscriptions2
  • All Bundle Features Unlocked!$19.991 Month
  • All AppCentral Games Unlocked!$39.991 Month
None

Tangled Gears

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DIY Simulator 3D free?
DIY Simulator 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tangled Gears free?
Tangled Gears is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DIY Simulator 3D or Tangled Gears have ads?
Both DIY Simulator 3D and Tangled Gears show ads.
Which is updated more often, DIY Simulator 3D or Tangled Gears?
DIY Simulator 3D ships an update every 19 months, and Tangled Gears every 16 months. Most recently, DIY Simulator 3D was updated on October 25, 2026 and Tangled Gears on October 27, 2026.

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