# Gunship Operator 3D vs Train Simulator PRO USA

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Gunship Operator 3D at 22K against Train Simulator PRO USA's 349. Gunship Operator 3D also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gunship Operator 3D sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Train Simulator PRO USA sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gunship Operator 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gunship Operator 3D has 22K ratings behind it against 349, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Gunship Operator 3D's written reviews are positive against 41% of Train Simulator PRO USA's.

Gunship Operator 3D ships an update weekly, Train Simulator PRO USA monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gunship Operator 3D | Train Simulator PRO USA |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunship-operator-3d/id1672368370/reviews)** | [4.3 (349 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-simulator-pro-usa/id6443984784/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 349 |
| Positive reviews | **42.8% of reviews** | 40.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 454 MB | 2.8 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [MAGEEKS SC](https://appshunter.io/developer/611120073) |

## What reviewers say

### Gunship Operator 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunship-operator-3d/id1672368370)

Pilot a military gunship and engage in combat missions worldwide. Upgrade your weapons and tools to enhance your effectiveness in defeating enemies. Experience intense aerial warfare from a unique perspective.

**Highlights:** Pilot military gunship, Global combat missions, Weapon and tool upgrades, Defeat enemies, Intense aerial warfare

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Presidential Pass Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Small Energy Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weapon Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack 7 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Weapon Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Oil Bundle | $8.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Presidential Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle - Special Offer | $14.99 | one-time |
| Weapon Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coin Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack 20 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack 20 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3-in-1 Mega Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |
| Weapon Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Presidential Pass | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 🚀 Great graphics
- 💡 Variety of weapons
- 🎮 Enjoyable game experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Repetitive missions
- 🔒 Locked weapons difficult to obtain
- 🔋 Excessive ads
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Audio issues after ads
- Ads freezing the game
- Progression bugs (e.g., no promotion)
- Enemies not appearing as intended

**Requested features**

- Custom loadout options
- More challenging missions
- Ability to unlock all weapons
- Reduced ads or ad-free option


### Train Simulator PRO USA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-simulator-pro-usa/id6443984784)

Experience a realistic train simulation with a vast USA map, diverse train cars, and authentic stations. Drive locomotives, manage freight, and become a railway tycoon in this open-world game.

**Highlights:** Vast USA map, Diverse train cars and cargo, Realistic locomotives, Authentic stations, Freight management for profit, Open-world exploration

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer 2A | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 3A | $2.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 5A | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 8A | $7.99 | one-time |
| Small pile of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 10A | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 15A | $11.99 | one-time |
| Oregon DLC | $16.99 | one-time |
| Big pile of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Heaps of Gems | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great graphics
- 🚂 Realistic train simulation
- 👍 Relaxing gameplay
- 🎮 Enjoyable overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🕹️ Difficult progression without spending money
- 🚦 Inconsistent speed limit enforcement

**Reported bugs**

- Missions not tracking properly
- Trains getting stuck or crashing unexpectedly
- Speed limits changing without warning
- Inability to reverse or control train direction
- Frequent app crashes

**Requested features**

- Add more train models and customization options
- Improve mission variety and progression
- Implement iCloud/cloud save functionality
- Fix speed limit issues and add more realistic speed limits
- Improve audio/sound effects (horns, bells, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gunship Operator 3D free?

Gunship Operator 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Train Simulator PRO USA free?

Train Simulator PRO USA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gunship Operator 3D or Train Simulator PRO USA?

Gunship Operator 3D is rated higher. Gunship Operator 3D averages 4.6 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Train Simulator PRO USA averages 4.3 from 349 ratings.

### Do Gunship Operator 3D or Train Simulator PRO USA have ads?

Both Gunship Operator 3D and Train Simulator PRO USA show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gunship Operator 3D or Train Simulator PRO USA?

Gunship Operator 3D ships an update weekly, and Train Simulator PRO USA monthly. Most recently, Gunship Operator 3D was updated on October 20, 2026 and Train Simulator PRO USA on October 17, 2026.

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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.*