# Builder Master 3D vs Junkyard Keeper

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Builder Master 3D at none against Junkyard Keeper's 7. Builder Master 3D also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Junkyard Keeper's advantage is review sentiment (29% vs 13%) and ratings volume (43K vs 13K). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Junkyard Keeper sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Builder Master 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Builder Master 3D against 4.6 for Junkyard Keeper. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 43K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 13% of Builder Master 3D's written reviews are positive against 29% of Junkyard Keeper's.

Builder Master 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, Junkyard Keeper monthly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Builder Master 3D | Junkyard Keeper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/builder-master-3d/id1546976142/reviews) | **[4.6 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/junkyard-keeper/id1592275423/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13K | **43K** |
| Positive reviews | 13.4% of reviews | **28.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 331 MB | 602 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [MagicLab](https://appshunter.io/developer/901903273) | [ZPLAY (HK) TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1301067319) |

## What reviewers say

### Builder Master 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/builder-master-3d/id1546976142)

Operate a variety of heavy-duty construction machines to build and manage your own city. Experience realistic machine operation, from bulldozers and cranes to excavators, as you lift, place, and destroy objects to create your urban masterpiece. It's easy to pick up but challenging to master.

**Highlights:** Operate bulldozers, forklifts, cranes, excavators, Control various heavy-duty vehicles, Carry and place objects with cranes, Lift and deliver loads, Destroy huge rocks, Fix things with huge screws, Slice huge timbers

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good game
- 👍 Fun to play
- 👍 Enjoyable construction game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Too many ads
- 🚫 Ads disrupt gameplay
- 🚫 Ads are longer than gameplay
- 🚫 Levels repeat too often
- 🚫 Limited things to spend earned money on

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes on some devices
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add a fuel gauge and pump mechanic
- Reduce the frequency of ads
- Provide an ad-free paid version
- Add more diverse levels and gameplay


### Junkyard Keeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/junkyard-keeper/id1592275423)

Manage a junkyard, collect and recycle various types of waste to earn money. Discover hidden treasures and upgrade your vehicles to become more efficient. Enjoy satisfying simulation and arcade gameplay with excellent graphics.

**Highlights:** Collect and recycle different types of garbage, Find hidden treasures and vehicle parts, Upgrade and evolve collection vehicles, Unlock new junkyard locations, Manage junkyard operations, Satisfying physics and smooth gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Money Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Free Carts | $5.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Discounted Starter Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| Big Diamond Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Satisfying gameplay
- 👍 Fun and relaxing
- 🚀 Easy to play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and buggy
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🐛 Vehicles/machines not working properly
- 🐛 Game crashes and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Vehicles/machines getting stuck or not working
- Inability to progress past certain levels
- Glitches and crashes
- Issues with ads and in-app purchases

**Requested features**

- Add more vehicles and machines
- Improve upgrade system for vehicles/machines
- Reduce ads or make them optional
- Fix progression issues and bugs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Builder Master 3D free?

Builder Master 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Junkyard Keeper free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Builder Master 3D or Junkyard Keeper?

Junkyard Keeper is rated higher. Builder Master 3D averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Junkyard Keeper averages 4.6 from 43K ratings.

### Do Builder Master 3D or Junkyard Keeper have ads?

Both Builder Master 3D and Junkyard Keeper show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Builder Master 3D or Junkyard Keeper?

Builder Master 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, and Junkyard Keeper monthly. Most recently, Builder Master 3D was updated on October 17, 2026 and Junkyard Keeper on October 17, 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.*