# Metro Connect vs Route Rescue

The clearest difference is device support: Metro Connect at 3 against Route Rescue's 1. Metro Connect also leads on iOS requirement (12.5 vs 16.4). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Metro Connect sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Route Rescue sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Metro Connect | Route Rescue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.4 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-connect-train-control/id1664698560/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **235** | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 269 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.5** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [DEVGEIM](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462267626) | [Bytevia Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790007557) |

## What reviewers say

### Metro Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-connect-train-control/id1664698560)

Build and expand your own subway system in a famous metropolis. Connect points with tunnels, launch trains, and transport residents to discover new regions and earn money. Upgrade your trains and stations to manage growing passenger flow.

**Highlights:** Build metro lines, Upgrade trains and stations, Transport residents, Discover new regions, Fascinating gameplay, Excellent graphics and music

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Second Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Disable Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Relaxing gameplay
- 🔥 Addictive and engaging
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- 🐢 Slow progression and lack of content updates
- 🤯 Frustrating when unable to connect tracks

**Reported bugs**

- Game getting stuck at certain levels
- Inconsistent track connectivity issues

**Requested features**

- More cities/maps to unlock and explore
- Ability to customize and control track layout
- Reduced ad frequency or ad-free option


### Route Rescue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/route-rescue/id6790007555)

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| VIP Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Ticket Strip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weekend Special | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Book | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Builder Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Roll | $5.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Premium | $7.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metro Connect free?

Metro Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Route Rescue free?

Route Rescue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Metro Connect or Route Rescue have ads?

Both Metro Connect and Route Rescue show ads.

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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.*