Comparison

DIY Factory vs Digging Master

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

Head to head
About

DIY Factory

Design and craft your own unique toys using a variety of fabrics and accessories. Sell your creations at auction or play with them to earn coins. Enjoy the relaxing ASMR sounds and addictive gameplay as you unleash your imagination.

Highlights
  • Craft custom toys with various materials
  • Sell toys at auction for coins
  • Bid on other players' toys
  • Interactive toy play
  • ASMR sewing and decorating sounds
  • Addictive and intuitive gameplay
Features
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Are you a fan of Huggy Waggy toys and DIY games? Then this game is for you! - Craft your own toy with different fabrics and accessories. You can choose from various shapes, colors, and patterns to make your toy unique and adorable. - Play or sell your toy at auction to earn coins. You can interact with your toy and see how it reacts to your touch. You can also sell your toy to other players and bid on their toys. - Enjoy the ASMR sounds and the addictive gameplay. You will love the soothing sounds of sewing, painting, and decorating your toy. You will also have fun with the simple and intuitive gameplay that will keep you hooked. - Unleash your imagination and create unique toys. You can make anything you want, from cute animals to funny characters. You can also mix and match different fabrics and accessories to create new combinations.

About

Digging Master

Embark on an archaeological adventure to unearth ancient dinosaur fossils and artifacts. Dig through the earth, build and expand your own museum to display your discoveries, and earn money by attracting visitors. Become a tycoon by upgrading tools and hiring workers to enhance your excavation efforts.

Highlights
  • Uncover dinosaur fossils and ancient artifacts
  • Build and expand a personal museum
  • Assemble and showcase fossil collections
  • Earn money by selling tickets to museum guests
  • Upgrade excavation tools and hire workers
  • Experience a tycoon-style museum management simulation
Features
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Uncover Hidden Treasures in Digging Master, the Ultimate Archaeological Adventure Join the ranks of an archaeologist and explore the depths of the earth to uncover ancient artifacts in Digging Master, the newest simulation game. Search the mine next to your museum, dig through the soil and discover a world of dinosaurs, antiquities, and hidden treasures. From Triceratops to T-Rex, Pteranodon, Ichthyosaurus, and Stegosaurus, your journey to becoming a Digging Master awaits. Build Your Own Museum Bring your discoveries back to the museum and showcase your collection. Assemble a complete collection and earn money by opening your gallery to guests. Expand your museum, upgrade your tools, and hire workers to aid in your excavation efforts. Earn Money and Become a Tycoon Sell tickets to guests and earn money to grow your museum. Invest in upgrades to dig faster and find rarer artifacts, or hire workers to aid in your quest. In Digging Master, you control the growth and success of your own museum, making it the ultimate tycoon game for archeology enthusiasts. The Best Archaeological Simulator Game Step into the world of Digging Master and experience the thrill of uncovering hidden treasures. With addicting gameplay and endless possibilities, this simulation game is perfect for fans of aquarium land, my mini mart, and other fun and engaging games. Download Digging Master now and start your journey to becoming the ultimate Digging Master.

Screenshots

DIY Factory4 screens
Digging Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

DIY Factory and Digging Master both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of Digging Master's written reviews are positive against 42% of DIY Factory's. Digging Master also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

Both are free to download. DIY Factory sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Digging Master sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Digging Master holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.2K and 8.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of DIY Factory's written reviews are positive against 58% of Digging Master's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DIY Factory ships an update every 3 weeks, Digging Master every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DIY Factory versus Digging Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDIY FactoryDigging Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7.2K ratings)4.8 (8.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews58.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.2K8.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size340 MB360 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperVira Games Inc.Hung Dang

Customer experience

DIY Factory

All ratings7,183 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative41.7%

Digging Master

All ratings8,433 ratings
Positive95.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews108 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral13.0%
Negative28.7%

User reviews

DIY Factory

From 7.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun game
  • ❤️ Positive review

Room to improve

  • 😡 Annoying ads
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🤬 Too many ads

Digging Master

From 8.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and fun gameplay
  • 👍 Engaging digging mechanics
  • 💡 Interesting dinosaur facts
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Progress reset issues
  • 🔍 Lack of content/levels
  • 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • 🐢 Slow progression/grinding

Bugs and requests

DIY Factory

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Invisible people recommendation
  • Plushie requests for unavailable items
  • Ads not removed after purchase

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add a pikachu base
  • Fix level 3 issue

Digging Master

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Progress deletion/reset
  • Glitches with in-app purchases
  • Compatibility issues on some devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More museum/dinosaur content
  • Improved save/progress system
  • Reduced ads or ad-free option
  • Faster progression and upgrades

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DIY Factory

One-time2
  • No Ads$4.99
  • VIP access$6.99
14 purchases

Digging Master

One-time14
  • A Couple of Gems$1.99
  • Piggy Bank$1.99
  • Starter Ticket Pack$2.99
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  • XMAS Starter Pack$2.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
  • A Handful of Gems$4.99
  • Digging Pass$4.99
  • Classic Ticket Bundle$9.99
  • A Pile of Gems$9.99
  • No-Ads Offer$9.99
  • VIP Offer$14.99
  • A Treasure Trove of Gems$19.99
  • Mega Ticket Pack$24.99
  • A Mountain of Gems$49.99

Questions

Is DIY Factory free?
DIY Factory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Digging Master free?
Digging Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DIY Factory or Digging Master?
Digging Master is rated higher. DIY Factory averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.2K ratings, while Digging Master averages 4.8 from 8.5K ratings.
Do DIY Factory or Digging Master have ads?
Both DIY Factory and Digging Master show ads.
Which is updated more often, DIY Factory or Digging Master?
DIY Factory ships an update every 3 weeks, and Digging Master every 10 days. Most recently, DIY Factory was updated on October 27, 2026 and Digging Master on October 27, 2026.

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