# Dig Deep vs Miner Tycoon

Dig Deep and Miner Tycoon both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of Dig Deep's written reviews are positive against 33% of Miner Tycoon's. Dig Deep also leads on ratings volume (112K vs 12K) and iOS requirement (13 vs 15.0). Miner Tycoon's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dig Deep sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Miner Tycoon sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Dig Deep against 4.7 for Miner Tycoon. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dig Deep has 112K ratings behind it against 12K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Dig Deep's written reviews are positive against 33% of Miner Tycoon's.

Dig Deep ships an update every 6 weeks, Miner Tycoon fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dig Deep | Miner Tycoon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (112K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-deep/id1620044758/reviews)** | [4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/miner-tycoon-big-dynamite/id1624886117/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **112K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | **70.9% of reviews** | 33.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 253 MB | 281 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Crazy Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/721307559) | [Brew Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1564476450) |

## What reviewers say

### Dig Deep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-deep/id1620044758)

Become a mining tycoon by digging underground for treasure. Hire workers to expand your empire and collect gems and diamonds. Amass wealth and become the richest gold miner in this engaging simulator game.

**Highlights:** Dig deep for treasure, Collect gems and diamonds, Hire workers to boost empire, Become a gold miner, Amass money and get rich, Idle mining gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Giant Potion Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Capacity Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rare Egg Bundle | $2.49 | one-time |
| Treasure Chest | $2.99 | one-time |
| Forever Magnet | $3.99 | one-time |
| Forever Speed | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rare Egg Plus Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Forever Instant Cash | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bundle #1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bundle #2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bundle #3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $18.99 | one-time |
| Super Mega Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Minimal ads
- 🚀 Quick progress and upgrades
- 🤩 Variety of pets and customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and loss of progress
- 🚧 Glitchy and laggy performance
- 💰 Aggressive monetization with required ads
- 🐢 Slow character movement speed

**Reported bugs**

- Resets progress after crashes
- Minecart collects resources unexpectedly
- Black market and portal features not working
- Freezing and unresponsive controls

**Requested features**

- Offline earnings or idle mode
- Ability to teleport between holes
- Upgrade options for speed and capacity
- More varied environments and obstacles


### Miner Tycoon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/miner-tycoon-big-dynamite/id1624886117)

Blast your way through the earth to discover rare gems. Showcase your collection in a museum, craft them into jewelry, and complete tasks to earn massive profits. Become the ultimate mining tycoon in this explosive adventure.

**Highlights:** Blast and excavate for gems, Collect and showcase rare treasures, Craft jewelry from gems, Complete tasks and missions, Earn profits from collections and crafts

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,000 Cash | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Tickets | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50 Tickets | $4.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Cash | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30 Tickets | $9.99 | one-time |
| 40 Tickets | $9.99 | one-time |
| 45 Tickets | $9.99 | one-time |
| 35 Tickets | $9.99 | one-time |
| 70 Tickets | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Cash | $13.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| 65 Tickets | $19.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Cash | $31.99 | one-time |
| 140 Tickets | $39.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- 🎨 Visually appealing
- 💰 Rewarding progression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of content
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay
- 🔒 Paywall for ad-free experience
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- 📉 Unstable performance

**Reported bugs**

- Dynamite spots not spawning, preventing progression
- Inventory capacity upgrades not working as intended
- Game freezing or crashing after updates
- Inconsistent behavior with in-app purchases

**Requested features**

- More mine levels and areas to explore
- Ability to drive vehicles and fly the helicopter
- Expand the mansion and add more interactive elements
- Improved save/restore functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dig Deep free?

Dig Deep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Miner Tycoon free?

Miner Tycoon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dig Deep or Miner Tycoon?

Dig Deep is rated higher. Dig Deep averages 4.7 out of 5 from 112K ratings, while Miner Tycoon averages 4.7 from 12K ratings.

### Do Dig Deep or Miner Tycoon have ads?

Both Dig Deep and Miner Tycoon show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dig Deep or Miner Tycoon?

Dig Deep ships an update every 6 weeks, and Miner Tycoon fortnightly. Most recently, Dig Deep was updated on October 25, 2026 and Miner Tycoon on October 25, 2026.

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