Comparison

Construction Simulator 4 vs Construction Simulator 4 Lite

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

Head to head
About

Construction Simulator 4

Experience a realistic construction simulation on a new map inspired by the North American landscape. Operate over 80 licensed vehicles and machines to complete over 100 diverse construction jobs. Build your construction empire solo or with a friend in multiplayer mode.

Highlights
  • 80+ vehicles and machines
  • Over 100 construction jobs
  • New North American-inspired map
  • Multiplayer mode for 2 players
  • Detailed cockpit views
  • Licensed brands and vehicles
Features
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[All Compatible iOS devices are listed below] Construction Simulator returns to mobile devices! This time, your work will take you to the scenic woods and bays of a fictional map inspired by the North American landscape. Explore three large areas within a map never before seen in the Construction Simulator series! Experience an extensive campaign unique to the individual locations, featuring special challenges you must overcome with your growing construction empire. Expect the return of familiar brands and machines from our licensed partners ATLAS, BELL Equipment, Bobcat, BOMAG, CASE, Caterpillar, Kenworth, Liebherr, Mack Trucks, MAN Truck & Bus, MEILLER Kipper, PALFINGER, STILL, and the WIRTGEN GROUP. You can also look forward to expanding your business with machines and vehicles from newly added brands like CIFA, DAF, and Scania. Featuring: • 80+ vehicles, machines, and attachments from 20+ license partners • Over 100 construction jobs • Multiplayer mode for 2 players • Original map, inspired by the Canadian landscape • Detailed cockpit views [Construction Simulator 4 is supported on the following devices:] • iPhone 11 • iPhone 11 Pro • iPhone 11 Pro Max • iPhone 12 mini • iPhone 12 • iPhone 12 Pro • iPhone 12 Pro Max • iPhone Xs • iPhone Xs Max • iPhone 13 • iPhone 13 Mini • iPhone 13 Pro • iPhone 13 Pro Max • iPhone SE (3.Gen) • iPhone 14 • iPhone 14 Plus • iPhone 14 Pro • iPhone 14 Pro Max • iPhone 15 • iPhone 15 Plus • iPhone 15 Pro • iPhone 15 Pro Max • iPad Pro 12,9" (6.Gen) • iPad Pro 12,9" (5.Gen) • iPad Pro 12,9" (4.Gen) • iPad Pro 12,9" (3.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (4.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (3.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (2.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (1.Gen) • iPad Air (5.Gen) • iPad Air (4.Gen) • iPad Pro 10.5" • iPad Mini (6.Gen) • iPad (10.Gen)

About

Construction Simulator 4 Lite

Experience a free sample of a construction simulation game set in a North American-inspired landscape. Tackle limited missions, explore new areas, and get a glimpse of the multiplayer mode. Unlock the full game with all jobs and machines via in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Free sample of construction simulation
  • North American-inspired map
  • Limited missions and sneak peek of multiplayer
  • Over 80 vehicles and machines
  • 100+ construction jobs
  • 2-player multiplayer mode
Features
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[All Compatible iOS devices are listed below] Construction Simulator returns to mobile devices! In Construction Simulator 4 Lite Edition, you can enjoy a free sample of the latest installment in the Construction Simulator series, with a limited number of missions, as well as a sneak peek of the multiplayer mode. Do you like the game? You can buy the full, ad-free version easily through the in-app purchase to access all the jobs, machines, and districts! This time, your work will take you to the scenic woods and bays of a fictional map inspired by the North American landscape. Explore three large areas within a map never before seen in the Construction Simulator series! Experience an extensive campaign unique to the individual locations, featuring special challenges you must overcome with your growing construction empire. Expect the return of familiar brands and machines from our licensed partners ATLAS, BELL Equipment, Bobcat, BOMAG, CASE, Caterpillar, Kenworth, Liebherr, Mack Trucks, MAN Truck & Bus, MEILLER Kipper, PALFINGER, STILL, and the WIRTGEN GROUP. You can also look forward to expanding your business with machines and vehicles from newly added brands like CIFA, DAF, and Scania. Featuring: • 80+ vehicles, machines, and attachments from 20+ license partners • Over 100 construction jobs • Multiplayer mode for 2 players • Original map, inspired by the Canadian landscape • Detailed cockpit views [Construction Simulator 4 is supported on the following devices:] • iPhone 11 • iPhone 11 Pro • iPhone 11 Pro Max • iPhone 12 mini • iPhone 12 • iPhone 12 Pro • iPhone 12 Pro Max • iPhone Xs • iPhone Xs Max • iPhone 13 • iPhone 13 Mini • iPhone 13 Pro • iPhone 13 Pro Max • iPhone SE (3.Gen) • iPhone 14 • iPhone 14 Plus • iPhone 14 Pro • iPhone 14 Pro Max • iPhone 15 • iPhone 15 Plus • iPhone 15 Pro • iPhone 15 Pro Max • iPad Pro 12,9" (6.Gen) • iPad Pro 12,9" (5.Gen) • iPad Pro 12,9" (4.Gen) • iPad Pro 12,9" (3.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (4.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (3.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (2.Gen) • iPad Pro 11" (1.Gen) • iPad Air (5.Gen) • iPad Air (4.Gen) • iPad Pro 10.5" • iPad Mini (6.Gen) • iPad (10.Gen)

Screenshots

Construction Simulator 44 screens
Construction Simulator 4 Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Construction Simulator 4 Lite at Free against Construction Simulator 4's $4.99. Construction Simulator 4's advantage is chart position (#96 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Construction Simulator 4 Lite is free to download; Construction Simulator 4 costs $4.99 up front. Construction Simulator 4 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Construction Simulator 4 Lite sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.7 for Construction Simulator 4 against 3.8 for Construction Simulator 4 Lite. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 83 and 79 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 34% of Construction Simulator 4's written reviews are positive against 38% of Construction Simulator 4 Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Construction Simulator 4 ships an update weekly, Construction Simulator 4 Lite every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Construction Simulator 4 versus Construction Simulator 4 Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConstruction Simulator 4Construction Simulator 4 Lite
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (83 ratings)3.8 (79 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews38.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings83 — better79
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#96 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.0 GB2.0 GB
Age rating4+4+
Developerastragon Entertainment GmbHastragon Entertainment GmbH

Customer experience

Construction Simulator 4

All ratings83 ratings
Positive60.2%
Neutral12.0%
Negative27.7%
Written reviews358 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral15.9%
Negative49.7%

Construction Simulator 4 Lite

All ratings79 ratings
Positive68.4%
Neutral5.1%
Negative26.6%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive38.2%
Neutral13.2%
Negative48.5%

Bugs and requests

Construction Simulator 4

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when loading certain levels
  • Vehicles getting stuck or behaving erratically
  • Missions not progressing or completing properly
  • Graphical issues and visual glitches
  • Compatibility problems on some devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to skip tutorial for veteran players
  • More vehicle types and customization options
  • Quarry and mining jobs
  • Improved AI for helper functions
  • Steering wheel support
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  • Online multiplayer functionality

Construction Simulator 4 Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Construction Simulator 4

One-time5
  • Coin Pack 01$0.99
  • Coin Pack 02$1.99
  • Coin Pack 03$4.99
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  • Coin Pack 04$8.99
  • Coin Pack 05$24.99
6 purchases

Construction Simulator 4 Lite

One-time6
  • Coin Pack 01$0.99
  • Coin Pack 02$1.99
  • Coin Pack 03$4.99
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  • Upgrade to Full Version$4.99
  • Coin Pack 04$8.99
  • Coin Pack 05$24.99

Questions

Is Construction Simulator 4 free?
Construction Simulator 4 costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Construction Simulator 4 Lite free?
Construction Simulator 4 Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Construction Simulator 4 or Construction Simulator 4 Lite?
Construction Simulator 4 Lite is rated higher. Construction Simulator 4 averages 3.7 out of 5 from 83 ratings, while Construction Simulator 4 Lite averages 3.8 from 79 ratings.
Do Construction Simulator 4 or Construction Simulator 4 Lite have ads?
Neither Construction Simulator 4 nor Construction Simulator 4 Lite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Construction Simulator 4 or Construction Simulator 4 Lite?
Construction Simulator 4 ships an update weekly, and Construction Simulator 4 Lite every 10 days. Most recently, Construction Simulator 4 was updated on September 25, 2026 and Construction Simulator 4 Lite on September 24, 2026.

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