# Monster Train vs Monster Hunter Now

The clearest difference is price: Monster Hunter Now at Free against Monster Train's $7.99. Monster Hunter Now also leads on ratings volume (49K vs 1.8K). Monster Train's advantage is review sentiment (89% vs 58%). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Monster Hunter Now is free to download; Monster Train costs $7.99 up front. Monster Train sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Monster Hunter Now sells 21 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monster Train holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monster Hunter Now has 49K ratings behind it against 1.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Monster Train's written reviews are positive against 58% of Monster Hunter Now's.

Monster Train ships an update every 3 weeks, Monster Hunter Now fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monster Train | Monster Hunter Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $7.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-train/id1577392165/reviews)** | [4.7 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-hunter-now/id6445906110/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K | **49K** |
| Positive reviews | **88.8% of reviews** | 57.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | #44 |
| Size | 533 MB | 219 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Good Shepherd Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/1019007074) | [Scopely Explore, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037205060) |

## What reviewers say

### Monster Train

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-train/id1577392165)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Paid · Card, #97 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Defend the last burning pyre from Heaven's forces in this strategic deckbuilding roguelike. Build unique decks with over 250 cards from five distinct monster clans, upgrade champions, and explore powerful locations to restore the Inferno. Enjoy ultimate replayability with daily and custom challenges.

**Highlights:** Unlock over 250 cards, 5 distinct Monster Clans, Upgrade powerful Champions, Explore powerful locations, Daily & Custom challenges, Includes Wild Mutations & Friends & Foes updates

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Last Divinity DLC | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Outstanding soundtrack
- 🚀 Lots of discovery and relatability
- 👍 Great deck builder with deep mechanics
- 👍 Excellent value for money
- 👍 Addictive and replayable gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with cloud saves and device switching
- 🐛 Difficulty targeting off-screen bosses on mobile
- 🐛 Finicky card selection and play controls
- 🔋 Can drain phone battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Cloud save issues causing lost progress
- Inability to target off-screen bosses
- Occasional crashes and performance issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to view deck during card selection
- Customizable UI and graphics options
- Swipe gestures for floor switching
- 60fps support


### Monster Hunter Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-hunter-now/id6445906110)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Grossing · Action, #63 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a real-world hunting adventure, tracking and battling iconic monsters. Team up with friends to take down formidable foes using crafted weapons and armor. Experience authentic hunting action adapted for mobile with AR features and quick, engaging 75-second hunts.

**Highlights:** Hunt monsters in the real world, Team up with fellow hunters, Craft powerful weapons and armor, AR Camera for monster encounters, 75-second hunt challenges, Adventure Sync for marking monsters

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 150 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Item Box Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| LNY 2026 Event Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spring Egg Bonus Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 750 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter bundle pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack(7 Days Only) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Summer Hunt 2024 Ticket | $6.99 | one-time |
| Winter Hunt 2025 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Prime Hunter's Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| NY 2024 Bargain Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1,400 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2,250 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| Anniversary Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| NY 2025 Bargain Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| MH Now 2024 Global Ticket | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1st Anniversary Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3,000 Gems | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Faithful Monster Hunter experience
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 🤝 Fun multiplayer
- 🌍 Engaging real-world exploration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Restrictive gameplay when moving
- 💰 Expensive microtransactions
- 🔍 Limited monster and resource spawns
- 🔍 Slow progression
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes during battles
- Login issues and lost progress
- Unresponsive controls
- Inconsistent GPS tracking

**Requested features**

- Ability to craft potions
- Wider search radius
- More weapon types
- Long-distance multiplayer
- Improved social features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monster Train free?

Monster Train costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Monster Hunter Now free?

Monster Hunter Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Monster Train or Monster Hunter Now?

Monster Train is rated higher. Monster Train averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Monster Hunter Now averages 4.7 from 49K ratings.

### Do Monster Train or Monster Hunter Now have ads?

Neither Monster Train nor Monster Hunter Now shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Monster Train or Monster Hunter Now?

Monster Train ships an update every 3 weeks, and Monster Hunter Now fortnightly. Most recently, Monster Train was updated on October 27, 2026 and Monster Hunter Now on October 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Monster Train or Monster Hunter Now?

Monster Train currently peaks at #22 in the App Store charts, and Monster Hunter Now at #44. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*