# Monster Warlord vs Monster Train

The clearest difference is price: Monster Warlord at Free against Monster Train's $7.99. Monster Train's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.2) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Monster Warlord is free to download; Monster Train costs $7.99 up front. Monster Warlord sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Monster Train sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monster Train holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 1.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Monster Warlord's written reviews are positive against 89% of Monster Train's.

Monster Warlord ships an update every 5 weeks, Monster Train every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monster Warlord | Monster Train |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $7.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-warlord/id553060813/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-train/id1577392165/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 78.7% of reviews | **88.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#14** |
| Size | 495 MB | 533 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Com2uS Holdings Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/646209316) | [Good Shepherd Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/1019007074) |

## What reviewers say

### Monster Warlord

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-warlord/id553060813)

Collect, combine, and battle hundreds of unique monsters across six elemental types. Engage in global PvP, raid dungeons, and compete in leagues to become the top Warlord. Form alliances and clans to conquer challenges together.

**Highlights:** Collect hundreds of unique monsters, Combine monsters to create stronger ones, Battle in World Boss events, Raid dungeons for rewards, Compete in the Arena and Global PvP, Form alliances and clans

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jewel Bundle 6 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Warlord Class 3 Days | $2.99 | one-time |
| Jewel Bundle 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Package 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Warlord Class 7 Days | $5.99 | one-time |
| Jewel Bundle 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event pack 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jewel Bundle 3 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Jewel Bundle 2 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Jewel Bundle 1 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Awesome game
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🚀 Easy to play
- 👍 Great for passing time
- 👍 Good game for collecting monsters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Game crashes and lags
- 💰 Pay-to-win aspects
- 🔒 Account issues and data loss
- 🔒 Strict ad tracking requirements
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Turf war mode crashes the game
- Error (-105) preventing login
- Incorrect drop rates for monster eggs
- Disappearing or lost account data
- Compatibility issues with ad blockers

**Requested features**

- Add private messaging
- Improve guild features
- Increase drop rates for higher tier monsters
- Introduce a server reset or fresh start option
- Optimize the game for newer devices


### Monster Train

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-train/id1577392165)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Paid · Card, #59 Top Paid · Strategy, #193 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Defend the last burning pyre from Heaven's forces in this strategic deckbuilding roguelike. Build unique decks with over 250 cards from five distinct monster clans, upgrade champions, and explore powerful locations to restore the Inferno. Enjoy ultimate replayability with daily and custom challenges.

**Highlights:** Unlock over 250 cards, 5 distinct Monster Clans, Upgrade powerful Champions, Explore powerful locations, Daily & Custom challenges, Includes Wild Mutations & Friends & Foes updates

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Last Divinity DLC | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Outstanding soundtrack
- 🚀 Lots of discovery and relatability
- 👍 Great deck builder with deep mechanics
- 👍 Excellent value for money
- 👍 Addictive and replayable gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with cloud saves and device switching
- 🐛 Difficulty targeting off-screen bosses on mobile
- 🐛 Finicky card selection and play controls
- 🔋 Can drain phone battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Cloud save issues causing lost progress
- Inability to target off-screen bosses
- Occasional crashes and performance issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to view deck during card selection
- Customizable UI and graphics options
- Swipe gestures for floor switching
- 60fps support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monster Warlord free?

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

### Is Monster Train free?

Monster Train costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Monster Warlord or Monster Train?

Monster Train is rated higher. Monster Warlord averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Monster Train averages 4.9 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do Monster Warlord or Monster Train have ads?

Monster Warlord shows ads; Monster Train does not.

### Which is updated more often, Monster Warlord or Monster Train?

Monster Warlord ships an update every 5 weeks, and Monster Train every 3 weeks. Most recently, Monster Warlord was updated on October 30, 2026 and Monster Train on October 30, 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.*