# Megapolis vs Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim

The clearest difference is rating: Megapolis at 4.6 against Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim's 2.7. Megapolis also leads on ratings volume (28K vs 3). Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Megapolis sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim asks for nothing beyond the download.

Megapolis holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Megapolis has 28K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Megapolis | Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/megapolis-city-building-sim/id580765736/reviews)** | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-builder-virtual-pet-sim/id1490077240/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **28K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 58.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 331 MB | 251 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Social Quantum](https://appshunter.io/developer/580765739) | [Aamir Javaid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461461700) |

## What reviewers say

### Megapolis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/megapolis-city-building-sim/id580765736)

Design and build your dream metropolis in this economic simulation game. Make strategic decisions to grow your city, manage resources, and construct iconic landmarks and infrastructure. Compete with others and unlock new opportunities for urban development.

**Highlights:** Design your own city, Economic simulation gameplay, Build famous landmarks, Develop urban infrastructure, Advance scientific knowledge, Develop industrial complexes, Compete in state contests

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Some megabucks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Simple City Building Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Citizen Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| A few City Megabucks | $4.99 | one-time |
| Megapolis Golden Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special City Building Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Citizen Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Golden Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Megapolis Golden+ Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Stack of City Megabucks | $9.99 | one-time |
| Wonderful City Building Pack | $15.99 | one-time |
| Sim Citizen Pack | $16.99 | one-time |
| Pile of City Megabucks | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🚀 Addictive and engaging
- 👍 Great graphics and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- ⏱️ Slow progression without spending money
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate large cities
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches with territory expansion
- Inconsistent performance after updates
- Login issues and account resets
- Disappearing/relocated buildings

**Requested features**

- Add 360-degree city view
- Improve material/resource acquisition
- Provide more free ways to earn premium currency
- Allow moving buildings between islands/districts


### Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-builder-virtual-pet-sim/id1490077240)

Build and customize your own trains in this engaging virtual pet game. Pack luggage for animal passengers and embark on exciting rail journeys. Collect valuable resources like gold and diamonds as you play.

**Highlights:** Build and customize trains, Pack luggage for animal passengers, Collect gold, diamonds, and iron, Fill coal for steam engine, Fun for toddlers and young kids

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Megapolis free?

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

### Is Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim free?

Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Megapolis or Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim?

Megapolis is rated higher. Megapolis averages 4.6 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Megapolis or Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim have ads?

Megapolis shows ads; Train Builder Virtual Pet Sim does not.

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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.*