# Train Sim Pro vs Cow Simulator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Train Sim Pro at 63% against Cow Simulator's 0%. Train Sim Pro also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 28 months). Cow Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and price ($0.99 vs $7.99). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Train Sim Pro costs $7.99 and Cow Simulator $0.99 up front. Train Sim Pro sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Cow Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Train Sim Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Sim Pro has 162 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Train Sim Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cow Simulator's.

Train Sim Pro ships an update every 2 months, Cow Simulator every 28 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Train Sim Pro | Cow Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $7.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.5 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-sim-pro/id597315950/reviews)** | [3.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cow-simulator/id965827859/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **162** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **62.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 28 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 877 MB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [1788918 Alberta Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/597315953) | [Alperen Karagoz](https://appshunter.io/developer/836846874) |

## What reviewers say

### Train Sim Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-sim-pro/id597315950)

Experience realistic train simulation with over 70 train types and 15 environments. Build custom scenes, enjoy cab views, and realistic sounds. Perfect for train enthusiasts of all ages.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D graphics, 70+ 3D train types, 15 realistic 3D environments, Custom environment building, Cab views for all trains, Realistic train sounds, Train derailments

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Freight Train Driver | $0.99 | one-time |
| Commuter Train Driver | $0.99 | one-time |
| Steam Train Driver | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great train simulator
- 🚀 Engaging and detailed
- 🚀 Improving with updates
- 💡 Customizable trains and scenery

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Glitches with train physics and animations
- 🐛 Unrealistic train and environment graphics
- 🐛 Lack of variety in train models and liveries

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes when loading maps or starting sessions
- Trains behaving unrealistically (e.g. cars going off track, wheels not turning)
- Graphical issues like 2D train models and missing details
- Inconsistent or missing sound effects

**Requested features**

- Add more modern and diverse train models
- Improve train physics and animations
- Expand track layouts and environments
- Introduce missions, goals, and multiplayer
- Allow more customization options


### Cow Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cow-simulator/id965827859)

Experience life as a cow from birth to death on a farm. Manage your health, find food and water, start a family, and protect them. Explore the farm using maps and level up your character.

**Highlights:** Play as a cow from birth to death, Manage health, hunger, and thirst, Start a family and protect cubs, Explore with mini and large maps, Complete tasks and level up, HD graphics and touch controls

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Train Sim Pro free?

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

### Is Cow Simulator free?

Cow Simulator costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Train Sim Pro or Cow Simulator?

Train Sim Pro is rated higher. Train Sim Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 162 ratings, while Cow Simulator averages 3.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Train Sim Pro or Cow Simulator have ads?

Neither Train Sim Pro nor Cow Simulator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Train Sim Pro or Cow Simulator?

Train Sim Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Cow Simulator every 28 months. Most recently, Train Sim Pro was updated on October 29, 2026 and Cow Simulator on October 12, 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.*