# SuperTrains 1 vs Rail Lands

The clearest difference is rating: Rail Lands at 4.7 against SuperTrains 1's 3.3. Rail Lands also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). SuperTrains 1's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SuperTrains 1 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Rail Lands asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rail Lands holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rail Lands has 1.1K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 39% and 39% positive.

SuperTrains 1 ships an update every 2 months, Rail Lands every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SuperTrains 1 | Rail Lands |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supertrains-1/id498958534/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rail-lands/id1605602121/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 38.6% of reviews | **39.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 309 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Kathrin Brock](https://appshunter.io/developer/453722600) | [AI Games FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478916023) |

## What reviewers say

### SuperTrains 1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supertrains-1/id498958534)

Experience an adrenaline-pumping train adventure with a vast collection of unlockable trains and challenging levels. Choose from three unique game modes and enjoy stunning graphics with ad-free gameplay. Optional in-app purchases enhance the experience.

**Highlights:** Unlockable dream trains, 20 epic levels, 3 electrifying game modes, Stunning graphics, Ad-free gameplay, In-app purchases

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all levels | $2.99 | one-time |
| Electro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Thumper | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trident | $4.99 | one-time |
| 600 gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2000 gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3500 gems | $24.99 | one-time |
| 9000 gems | $54.99 | one-time |
| 15000 gems | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good graphics
- 👍 Fun to play
- 👍 Awesome game
- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Unique RR App Fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Disappointing changes
- 😞 Not like old version
- 😞 Simpler designs were better
- 😞 Horrible graphics
- 😞 Waste of money

**Reported bugs**

- Train uncouples when going backwards
- Money disappeared, no train bought
- Sentries not appearing
- Train not picking up freight cars
- Glitching flatbeds

**Requested features**

- Revert to original 2014 build
- Make a Super Trains Classic app
- Add more trains (Supertrains 2, STEAMTRAINS)
- Unlock trains
- Add Blue, Red, Yellow, Green, Black, Light Blue trains


### Rail Lands

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rail-lands/id1605602121)

Build and manage your own railway empire in this idle simulation game. Collect resources, construct buildings, and expand your network to become a tycoon. Enjoy a relaxing train journey with simple, one-touch controls.

**Highlights:** Idle empire building, Resource collection (gold, wood, stone), Train station development, One-hand control, Hundreds of buildings and levels, Territory exploration

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game concept
- 🕹️ Fun gameplay loop
- 💎 Cute graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of new levels
- 💰 Excessive ads
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently

**Reported bugs**

- New level not available
- Ads cause game to crash
- Progression resets to beginning

**Requested features**

- Add option to remove ads
- Implement a mini-map
- Improve sync/cloud save functionality
- Add graphics/performance options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SuperTrains 1 free?

SuperTrains 1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Rail Lands free?

Rail Lands is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SuperTrains 1 or Rail Lands?

Rail Lands is rated higher. SuperTrains 1 averages 3.3 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Rail Lands averages 4.7 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do SuperTrains 1 or Rail Lands have ads?

Rail Lands shows ads; SuperTrains 1 does not.

### Which is updated more often, SuperTrains 1 or Rail Lands?

SuperTrains 1 ships an update every 2 months, and Rail Lands every 3 weeks. Most recently, SuperTrains 1 was updated on November 4, 2026 and Rail Lands on November 3, 2026.

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