Comparison

iRunTrains Lite vs Beijing Subway

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

Head to head
About

iRunTrains Lite

Experience a realistic 3D train simulator with intuitive controls. Drive, ride, and manage multiple trains across dynamic layouts. Enjoy immersive sound and physics, with options to customize scenery and add personal touches.

Highlights
  • 3D train simulation
  • Intuitive train controls
  • Run multiple trains
  • Track switching
  • Variable speed throttle
  • Ride the trains
  • Dynamic views
Features
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With iRunTrains, you're just seconds away from fun. It's fun for any age and perfect for enthusiasts and novices alike! Play immediately; play repeatedly. A real 3D simulator! Watch and run multiple trains from any position or ride them like the engineer! Apple-featured "New and Noteworthy" **We're celebrating 9 years on the App Store. Thanks for all your support!!** See more screenshots and video at http://onomaly.com/iRunTrains.html You'll love iRunTrain's fun and innovative features. It's the most original train simulator! - No big setup or learning curve; drive the trains immediately - You control 'em with intuitive train controls - Run multiple trains on each layout - Track switching; switch the tracks just in time! - Variable speed train throttle - Ride the trains and keep an eye on your caboose! - 6 Awesome dynamic views to watch your trains - Seaside setting with loading dock - Full touch-gesture viewing and control - Pinch to zoom; Tap sides to pan; Drag to change view angle - No points, scoring, or end game; just enjoy the rails Awesome Features: - 2 Free, awesome track layouts! - in-App purchase unlocks all larger, multi-level tracks - 3D rails and track bed - Add your photo to the billboard - Pushbutton train selector - Speedometers - Moving traction bars! - Turn switch control box - Multifunction view selector and status display - Help overlay for controls - Choose your terrain colors and textures 3D Audio - Engine sounds - Track sounds - Bells and Whistles - Pitch and volume based on proximity and speed Manual and Dynamic Views - Chase the train in a helicopter (with sounds!) - Ride the train engine or ride the caboose and more - Can you survive Turnout City without a collision? - View info guides Physics n' more - Train acceleration/deceleration - Collision & Derailment detection - Rising tide and shimmering waves - Movings clouds Control the trains! Run 'em. Ride 'em. Chase 'em. Bump 'em. Park 'em! Thanks for helping us make iRunTrains a success! Also check out our version for the iPhone! Support: http://www.onomaly.com Follow us on Twitter: @iRunTrains also Follow us on Twitter: @onomaly

About

Beijing Subway

Experience the hustle of a major city's subway system as a train driver. Navigate iconic Beijing landmarks, manage train operations, and learn the responsibilities of a machinist. Explore the city's transportation network from a unique perspective.

Highlights
  • Subway train driving simulation
  • Explore Beijing landmarks
  • Learn machinist profession
  • Adjust speed and control doors
  • Study subway map
  • Play as a passenger
Features
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If you love noise and the hustle and bustle of the city, then you will love Beijing Subway! With our subway simulator, you will not only see all the magnificent sights of Beijing but also learn a lot about the profession of machinist! TOUGH JOB Being a machinist is not easy, but you can do it! The instructions in the driver's cabin will help you. Adjust the speed, stop the train, open and close the doors. The control panel looks complicated, but its use is simple: press the buttons, twitch the levers - and everything will work! In just a couple of minutes, you will become a high-class driver, who will be applauded by passengers at every stop. TOURISM IS IN FULL SWING National Library, Tiananmen Square, Wangfujing, Temple of Heaven, and more: find out how to get to the most famous sights by subway! Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Chinese metropolis! You are one of the most important parts of Beijing's transportation artery, and the city's life and economy depend on your actions. Thanks to you, the city will flourish! Also, you can: - choose your train; - play as a passenger; - study the map of subway lines. https://gamenesis.com/privacy https://gamenesis.com/tos

Screenshots

Beijing Subway4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iRunTrains Lite at 71% against Beijing Subway's 27%. iRunTrains Lite also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.7) and ads (none vs shown). Beijing Subway's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. iRunTrains Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Beijing Subway sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iRunTrains Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 40 and 28 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of iRunTrains Lite's written reviews are positive against 27% of Beijing Subway's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iRunTrains Lite ships an update every 5 months, Beijing Subway fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iRunTrains Lite versus Beijing Subway: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRunTrains LiteBeijing Subway
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (40 ratings) — better3.7 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better27.0% of reviews
Number of ratings40 — better28
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS10.3 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB596 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOnomaly LLCGamenezis

Customer experience

iRunTrains Lite

All ratings36 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative24.5%

Beijing Subway

All ratings28 ratings
Positive64.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral10.8%
Negative62.2%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iRunTrains Lite

One-time1
  • Unlock All Tracks$2.99
6 purchases

Beijing Subway

Subscriptions6
  • 3 Months Sale Subscription$1.993 Months
  • 1 Week Subscription$6.997 Days
  • 1 Week Subscription Sale$9.997 Days
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  • 1 Week Subscription$13.997 Days
  • 1 Month Subscription2 variants$19.991 Month
  • 2 Months Subscription Sale$27.492 Months

Questions

Is iRunTrains Lite free?
iRunTrains Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Beijing Subway free?
Beijing Subway is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iRunTrains Lite or Beijing Subway?
iRunTrains Lite is rated higher. iRunTrains Lite averages 4.3 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while Beijing Subway averages 3.7 from 28 ratings.
Do iRunTrains Lite or Beijing Subway have ads?
Beijing Subway shows ads; iRunTrains Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, iRunTrains Lite or Beijing Subway?
iRunTrains Lite ships an update every 5 months, and Beijing Subway fortnightly. Most recently, iRunTrains Lite was updated on November 10, 2026 and Beijing Subway on November 11, 2026.

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