Train Sim vs Train Driver Journeys
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Train Sim
Experience realistic train simulation with over 70 historical and modern trains in stunning 3D. Drive, pick up passengers, carry freight, and explore diverse environments. Build custom terrains and enjoy features like 3D cab interiors and train derailments.
- Realistic 3D graphics
- 60+ 3D train types
- 40+ train car types
- 15 realistic 3D environments
- Build custom environments
- 3D cab interiors
- Train derailments
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With over 35M downloads, Train Sim is the realistic train simulator suitable for both adults and kids who enjoy trains. Control your more than 80 historical and modern trains which are perfectly recreated in 3D for your mobile device. Train Sim’s Features: ● Awesomely Realistic 3D graphics ● 80+ Realistic 3D Train Types ● 40+ Train Car Types ● 15 Realistic 3D Environments ● 1 Underground Subway Scene ● Build Custom Environments ● 3D Cab Interiors for all Trains ● Train derailments ● Kid-friendly ● Realistic Train Sounds ● Easy Controls ● Regular Content Updates What You Can Do Whether looking to experience driving a train or just want to enjoy your favorite train setup in your preferred environment, this app is perfect for every train lover. With Train Sim you can: ● Drive the drains ● Pick up passengers from stations ● Carry freight ● Sit in passenger cars ● Observe the train from the ground Choose a Terrain! This train driving simulator includes terrains that are geographically realistic 3D environments which provide a different experience every time you play. Here are the current options you can choose from: ● Southern England ● Mountain Pass ● American Midwest ● India ● Subway ● Port of Call ● Metropolis ● Airport ● Desert ● Kids Scene ● Japan ● California Coast ● Custom As you see, there is an option to build your own, customized 3D terrain. Choose a Train Each environment suggests a train type that is appropriate for the terrain’s specifics. However, you can choose the one you like most. You can also change the train and its carriage cars while you are playing. Another great option is that you can decouple. You can also drop the freight cars while moving. Control the Weather When you get bored of the nice weather, you can try driving trains while it’s raining or snowing. You can also choose a night option, and the lights will automatically turn on. Of course, you can manually switch the lights on and off whenever you feel like it. Achievement Points You can see the list of the achievements that need to be unlocked and how many points they bring you. These can be declining a single train, crashing more than 10 passengers, trying out all the weather variations on a single scene, etc. Keep track of your progress and make the most of this train simulator game! Whether you are looking for a train game for kids or for yourself, Train Sim is definitely something you should try out. Do you enjoy our Train Simulator game? Follow @3583Bytes on social media to get the latest news and updates.
Train Driver Journeys
Experience realistic train driving with various locos and routes. Master essential skills through interactive sessions, from shunting to hauling freight and passengers. Explore detailed global routes from multiple camera angles.
- Realistic train driving simulation
- Multiple locomotive types
- Detailed interactive routes
- Variety of camera angles
- Freight and passenger hauling
- Yard shunting and switching
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Your journey as a Train Driver begins today in this realistic train simulator! From the makers of the world-leading Trainz series, take charge of a wide range of powerful locos, hauling thousands of tonnes of freight, shunting in the yard or shuttling passengers along suburban lines. Explore amazingly detailed and interactive routes from around the world from a variety of camera angles. Fun for ages 5 to 95! Developed by the same team that brought you Trainz Driver and Trainz Simulator, this free introduction to the Train Driver Journey series ( TDJ ) provides 9 Driving Sessions to enable you to master all the skills required to operate a wide range of locomotives: 1. Take Control 2. Changing Direction 3. Watch your Speed 4. Signals Ahead 5. Working in the Yard 6. Shunting and Switching 7. Inside the Cab 8. Time to Brake 9. Heavy Load Collect the full series of Train Driver "Journeys" and travel the world in charge of heavy freight, modern high speed passenger or old time steam locos. Each "Journey" is a stand-alone app or you can purchase many of the same Routes and Sessions via in-app purchase from our "Trainz Driver 2" and "Trainz Simulator 2" apps which also provide the amazing World Builder module to create your own tracks. Other Train Driver Journeys include: Train Driver Journey 2 - Iberia Interior Train Driver Journey 3 -Waldabavale to Karrah Bay Train Driver Journey 4 - Introduction to Steam Train Driver Journey 5 -Tidewater Point Rail Train Driver Journey 6 - Highland Valley Industries Train Driver Journey 7 - Rosworth Vale Train Driver Journey 8 - Toronto Rail Lands. More Journeys are planned for the future so please let us know in your AppStore review what your favorite trains or routes are so that we can bring them to you as soon as possible Note: Some content listed has been included in previous versions of the Trainz series, although new locos and sessions are being added all the time. .
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Train Driver Journeys at none against Train Sim's 4. Train Driver Journeys also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 12.0). Train Sim's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 70%). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Train Sim sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Train Driver Journeys asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Train Sim against 4.4 for Train Driver Journeys. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.2K and 3.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Train Sim's written reviews are positive against 70% of Train Driver Journeys's.
| Parameter | Train Sim | Train Driver Journeys |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (6.2K ratings) — better | 4.4 (3.8K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 82.8% of reviews — better | 69.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6.2K — better | 3.8K |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 7.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 813 MB | 512 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 1788918 Alberta Ltd | N3V Games Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
Train Sim
Train Driver Journeys
User reviews
Train Sim
From 6.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚂 Vast selection of trains
- 👍 Realistic train models and details
- 🎢 Fun gameplay and customization
- 🎨 Detailed environments and scenery
- 🆓 Free access to all trains and maps
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔊 Unrealistic horn and bell sounds
- 🚥 Limited track switching and shunting options
- 🌆 Lack of detailed environments and stations
- 🕹️ Challenging custom track creation
Train Driver Journeys
From 3.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Realistic graphics and controls
- 🚂 Enjoyable train simulation experience
- 📚 Helpful tutorials for beginners
- 🎮 Engaging gameplay
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🚦 Confusing signaling and switching mechanics
- 🔒 Limited free content, requires in-app purchases
- 🔍 Lack of free roam or sandbox mode
Bugs and requests
Train Sim
Reported bugs
5 issues- Trains not responding to track switching
- Inconsistent train speeds and derailment issues
- Glitches in the custom track creation tool
- Crashes and app closures during gameplay
- Incorrect train models and liveries
Requested features
5 requests- Add more high-speed and modern trains
- Implement a wider variety of routes and locations
- Allow for more customization of trains and environments
- Improve physics and realism of train operations
- Introduce a passenger mode and station activities
Train Driver Journeys
Reported bugs
4 issues- White lines appearing on tracks
- Trains not responding to brakes or controls
- Missions failing due to unclear objectives
- Compatibility issues on older devices
Requested features
4 requests- Add more steam locomotive options
- Implement a free drive mode without missions
- Improve signaling and switching instructions
- Expand the number of routes and scenarios
In-app purchases
Train Sim
- Safety Outfit Freight Driver$0.99
- Commuter Train Driver$0.99
- Steam Train Driver$0.99
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- Disable Ads$3.99
Train Driver Journeys
No in-app purchases
Questions
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