# SuperTrains 1 vs Simple Marble Run

The clearest difference is rating: Simple Marble Run at 4.4 against SuperTrains 1's 3.3. Simple Marble Run also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (261 vs 55). SuperTrains 1's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (39% vs 17%). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Simple Marble Run holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 261 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 39% of SuperTrains 1's written reviews are positive against 17% of Simple Marble Run's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SuperTrains 1 ships an update every 2 months, Simple Marble Run every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SuperTrains 1 | Simple Marble Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supertrains-1/id498958534/reviews) | **[4.4 (261 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-marble-run/id6751544330/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **261** |
| Positive reviews | **38.6% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 309 MB | 193 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kathrin Brock](https://appshunter.io/developer/453722600) | [monois Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/498398223) |

## 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

**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


### Simple Marble Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-marble-run/id6751544330)

Experience a calming marble game with customizable courses. Manipulate the flow with stoppers, pins, and throwing mechanics. Watch marbles collect and depart in a delightful cycle, offering a unique ASMR-like experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable marble courses, Interactive marble manipulation (stoppers, pins), Marble throwing mechanic, Truck collection and departure cycle, Adjustable camera viewpoints, Soothing ASMR-like experience

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SuperTrains 1 free?

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

### Is Simple Marble Run free?

Simple Marble Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SuperTrains 1 or Simple Marble Run?

Simple Marble Run is rated higher. SuperTrains 1 averages 3.3 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Simple Marble Run averages 4.4 from 261 ratings.

### Do SuperTrains 1 or Simple Marble Run have ads?

Simple Marble Run shows ads; SuperTrains 1 does not.

### Which is updated more often, SuperTrains 1 or Simple Marble Run?

SuperTrains 1 ships an update every 2 months, and Simple Marble Run every 6 weeks. Most recently, SuperTrains 1 was updated on October 21, 2026 and Simple Marble Run on October 28, 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.*