Comparison

Subtransit Drive vs Train And Rail Yard Simulator

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

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About

Subtransit Drive

Experience the thrill of driving a real subway train with fully simulated internal systems. Navigate realistic environments, adhere to strict schedules, and master operating procedures. Play solo or join friends in multiplayer mode for an immersive simulation.

Highlights
  • Realistic underground train lines
  • Fully functional controls
  • True-to-life graphics
  • Immersive sound design
  • Multiplayer support
  • Adaptive assistance system
Features
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Drive trains on real metro lines in an advanced simulator with detailed physics and fully functional systems. Explore underground networks alone or in cross-platform multiplayer. 〓 Features 〓 Subtransit Drive is a realistic subway simulator lovingly crafted by railway enthusiasts and simulation developers. Follow the timetable, obey signals, manage train systems, and keep the line running smoothly during rush hour. Every trip demands attention, precision, and knowledge of the railway infrastructure. 〓 Authenticity 〓 Start a route on your own or with friends. An exact copy of a real metro line with detailed tunnel geometry, track profile, and infrastructure layout is already waiting for you in the game, and several more are currently in development. 〓 Simulation 〓 Every lever, button, and switch in the cab is fully functional. Every action has an effect on the interconnected systems throughout the train just as it would in real-world operation. Electrical and pneumatic schematics were fully recreated for every car: each circuit and valve behaves exactly as it does in an authentic train. Each wheelset is simulated independently on both rails rather than along a simplified centerline. Weight affects inertia, and every coupler is subject to realistic load limits. The track is recreated to centimeter accuracy, including the placement of rail joints. Real-time suspension simulation reproduces body roll, pitch, vibration, and weight transfer as the train moved along the track. Bring a train online from a cold-and-dark state, manage electrical and braking systems, and respond to abnormal operating conditions. 〓 Physics 〓 Every acceleration, braking maneuver, and curve is calculated using a detailed model of interactions between all vehicle systems. The suspension adapts in real time to train mass and passenger distribution, creating a convincing sense of driving a living, dynamic piece of rolling stock. 〓 Passengers 〓 A dynamic passenger flow system recreates the daily rhythm of a major city: morning rush hours in residential districts, evening congestion in the city center, and constantly shifting passenger demand throughout the network. 〓 Immersion 〓 Every sound originates from the object that produces it and features realistic Doppler effects. Engine sounds and individual relay recordings were captured from real subway trains, while the smooth traction motor audio recreates the atmosphere familiar to millions of passengers across former Soviet metro systems. 〓 Multiplayer 〓 Cross-platform multiplayer allows players to collectively recreate the operation of a real underground network, where every participant becomes part of a single transportation system. 〓 Free Roam 〓 You decide the scenario. Drive as long as you want, start and end your journey anywhere on the network. The route system continues to expand with future updates. 〓 Progression 〓 Build your career as a train operator by steadily advancing through the ranks. Earn promotions through flawless train handling, disciplined operation, and mastery of every system aboard your train. COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Recommended Device: iPhone: iPhone 11 Pro or above iPad: Equipped with A13 chip or above and 4GB RAM Supported Devices: iPhone: iPhone XS or above iPad: Equipped with A12 chip or above and 4GB RAM

About

Train And Rail Yard Simulator

Experience life as a train engineer. Drive powerful locomotives, deliver freight cars to various yards, and manage your trains by coupling and decoupling cars. Navigate complex rail yards using switches.

Highlights
  • Drive locomotives
  • Deliver freight cars
  • Couple and decouple cars
  • Operate railroad switches
  • Navigate rail yards
Features
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Train and rail yard simulator lets you step into the shoes of a train engineer. Climb into a cab of a powerful locomotive and deliver freight cars to different yards around the map. Split and build your trains by coupling and decoupling rail cars and engines. Operate railroad switches to navigate your trains around yards and through junctions.

Screenshots

Subtransit Drive4 screens
Train And Rail Yard Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Subtransit Drive at none against Train And Rail Yard Simulator's shown. Subtransit Drive also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 27 months). Train And Rail Yard Simulator's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. Subtransit Drive sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Train And Rail Yard Simulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 — 4.4 for Subtransit Drive against 4.4 for Train And Rail Yard Simulator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 423 and 772 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Subtransit Drive's written reviews are positive against 81% of Train And Rail Yard Simulator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Subtransit Drive ships an update monthly, Train And Rail Yard Simulator every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Subtransit Drive versus Train And Rail Yard Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubtransit DriveTrain And Rail Yard Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (423 ratings)4.4 (772 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.8% of reviews80.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings423772 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 27 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3.7 GB191 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWAGON SOFTWAREBlumentals Solutions SIA

Customer experience

Subtransit Drive

All ratings406 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral3.9%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews202 reviews
Positive69.8%
Neutral6.9%
Negative23.3%

Train And Rail Yard Simulator

All ratings756 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews329 reviews
Positive80.9%
Neutral7.6%
Negative11.6%

User reviews

Subtransit Drive

From 423 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Realistic train handling
  • 🎮 Excellent simulation experience
  • 🔊 Impressive sound effects
  • 🎨 Stunning graphics

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Excessive monetization
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing controls

Train And Rail Yard Simulator

From 772 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great game
  • 🚀 Fun and free
  • 🚀 Awesome graphics
  • 👍 Best train game ever
  • 👍 Realistic simulation

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Needs more updates
  • 🐛 Controls are difficult
  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🐛 Lack of new content
  • 🐛 Outdated graphics

Bugs and requests

Subtransit Drive

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashes when reaching stations
  • Inability to sign in with Apple/Epic accounts
  • Disappearing controls and UI elements

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more subway lines and stations
  • Introduce outdoor stations and weather effects
  • Implement a free-roam mode
  • Optimize performance for older devices

Train And Rail Yard Simulator

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to update the game on iOS
  • Trains flying off the tracks at high speeds
  • Cars not behaving as expected in certain scenarios
  • Coupler and light issues on some locomotives
  • Difficulty controlling the player's movement

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more trains and locomotives
  • Implement a passenger mode
  • Allow building custom tracks and routes
  • Improve physics and derailment system
  • Add more detailed environments and scenery

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Subtransit Drive

One-time15
  • 3 Tickets$0.49
  • New 81-760 style modification$0.99
  • 10 Tickets$1.49
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  • New train type: 81-717.5$1.99
  • Restyled 81-760$2.99
  • 81-717.5/714.5 Modification$2.99
  • 81-717 with new doors color$2.99
  • Factory color scheme$2.99
  • 25 Tickets$3.49
  • 81-717.5M/714.5M modification$3.99
  • New Train 81-740$3.99
  • New Train 81-740$4.99
  • "Krasnaya strela" color scheme$4.99
  • Subtransit Drive Full access$7.99
  • Subtransit Drive Full Access$9.99
1 purchases

Train And Rail Yard Simulator

One-time1
  • Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Subtransit Drive free?
Subtransit Drive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Train And Rail Yard Simulator free?
Train And Rail Yard Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Subtransit Drive or Train And Rail Yard Simulator?
Train And Rail Yard Simulator is rated higher. Subtransit Drive averages 4.4 out of 5 from 423 ratings, while Train And Rail Yard Simulator averages 4.4 from 772 ratings.
Do Subtransit Drive or Train And Rail Yard Simulator have ads?
Train And Rail Yard Simulator shows ads; Subtransit Drive does not.
Which is updated more often, Subtransit Drive or Train And Rail Yard Simulator?
Subtransit Drive ships an update monthly, and Train And Rail Yard Simulator every 27 months. Most recently, Subtransit Drive was updated on October 30, 2026 and Train And Rail Yard Simulator on October 28, 2026.

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