# RealEngineSim vs Wroom

The clearest difference is rating: Wroom at 4.3 against RealEngineSim's 3.8. RealEngineSim's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (83 vs 17). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RealEngineSim sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Wroom sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Wroom holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 83 and 17 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of RealEngineSim's written reviews are positive against 69% of Wroom's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

RealEngineSim ships an update weekly, Wroom every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RealEngineSim | Wroom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (83 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realenginesim/id474392463/reviews) | **[4.3 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wroom-engine-sounds/id1564742594/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **83** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | **72.2% of reviews** | 69.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 17 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SOUND DESIGN LAB LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526125684) | [Firesoft Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1564742596) |

## What reviewers say

### RealEngineSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realenginesim/id474392463)

Experience the realistic engine sounds of cars and motorcycles with this simulation game. Control manual transmission vehicles with precise speed, acceleration, and braking. Features two driving modes for varied gameplay.

**Highlights:** Realistic engine sound synthesis, Manual transmission control, Speed control and tracing modes, Life-like tire slippage, Passenger cars, sports cars, and motorcycles

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Game 2 Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Vehicle 4 Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Vehicle 4 Pack2 | $0.99 | one-time |


### Wroom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wroom-engine-sounds/id1564742594)

Transform your ride into a thrilling experience with realistic engine sounds. This app uses your device's GPS and accelerometer to dynamically adjust the engine noise based on your speed and pedaling, even simulating gear changes for added immersion.

**Highlights:** Dynamic engine sound based on speed, GPS and accelerometer integration, Simulated gear changes, Realistic sports car and motorcycle sounds, Enhances riding and driving fun

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2.0L I4 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3.0L I6 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5.2L V8 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 6.0L V12 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1000cc | $1.99 | one-time |
| EV | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5.2L V10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1360cc | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Sounds Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RealEngineSim free?

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

### Is Wroom free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RealEngineSim or Wroom?

Wroom is rated higher. RealEngineSim averages 3.8 out of 5 from 83 ratings, while Wroom averages 4.3 from 17 ratings.

### Do RealEngineSim or Wroom have ads?

Neither RealEngineSim nor Wroom shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RealEngineSim or Wroom?

RealEngineSim ships an update weekly, and Wroom every 17 months. Most recently, RealEngineSim was updated on November 1, 2026 and Wroom on November 3, 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.*