Comparison

Train Sim vs Ultimate Coaster 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D graphics
  • 60+ 3D train types
  • 40+ train car types
  • 15 realistic 3D environments
  • Build custom environments
  • 3D cab interiors
  • Train derailments
Features
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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.

About

Ultimate Coaster 2

Design and experience your own roller coasters in a 3D environment. This app offers intuitive controls for all skill levels, allowing you to build, customize, and ride your creations with realistic physics. Save your designs and explore pre-built demo coasters.

Highlights
  • Create custom roller coasters
  • Realistic physics simulation
  • Intuitive and advanced controls
  • Save and load track designs
  • Paint tracks any color
  • Modify terrain
Features
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Ultimate Coaster 2 lets you create and ride your own roller coasters in a fully customizable 3D world. This is your playground - let your imagination run free! (: Features: - Simple, intuitive controls - Advanced controls for power users - Realistic Physics - Roller coaster models generated real time - The ability to save and load tracks - Options to paint your track any color - Terrain modification - Comes preloaded with demo coasters inspired by real existing rides!

Screenshots

Train Sim4 screens
Ultimate Coaster 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Ultimate Coaster 2 at none against Train Sim's shown. Train Sim's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Train Sim sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Ultimate Coaster 2 sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Train Sim holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.2K and 1.9K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Train Sim's written reviews are positive against 74% of Ultimate Coaster 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Train Sim ships an update monthly, Ultimate Coaster 2 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Train Sim versus Ultimate Coaster 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrain SimUltimate Coaster 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6.2K ratings) — better4.1 (1.9K ratings)
Positive reviews82.8% of reviews — better73.7% of reviews
Number of ratings6.2K — better1.9K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size813 MB145 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer1788918 Alberta LtdJason Hu

Customer experience

Train Sim

All ratings6,233 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral4.6%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews610 reviews
Positive82.8%
Neutral7.7%
Negative9.5%

Ultimate Coaster 2

All ratings1,915 ratings
Positive76.7%
Neutral7.0%
Negative16.2%
Written reviews476 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral11.1%
Negative15.1%

User reviews

Train Sim

From 6.2K App Store ratings

What 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

Ultimate Coaster 2

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Amazing game
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎢 Great for roller coaster enthusiasts
  • 🔥 Best mobile coaster game
  • 🎨 Good customization options

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 💰 Paid content required
  • 🔍 Limited camera controls
  • 🌄 Lacking scenery and theming options
  • 🔧 Clunky track transitions

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

Ultimate Coaster 2

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when loading large coasters
  • Glitches with track placement and orientation
  • Autosave feature not working as expected
  • Inability to load previously saved coasters

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add switch tracks
  • Implement shuttle coasters
  • Include more pre-made inversion elements
  • Allow customization of station and queue
  • Introduce day/night cycle and lighting
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  • Add water rides and scenery
  • Enable multiple coasters on a single plot
  • Provide an undo/redo function
  • Implement a smoothing tool for tracks
  • Add more free coaster types

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Train Sim

One-time4
  • Safety Outfit Freight Driver$0.99
  • Commuter Train Driver$0.99
  • Steam Train Driver$0.99
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  • Disable Ads$3.99
16 purchases

Ultimate Coaster 2

One-time16
  • Box-Spined Hyper Coaster$1.99
  • Dive Machine (10 Seats)$1.99
  • Box-Spined Wing Coaster$1.99
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  • Box-Spined Inverted Coaster$1.99
  • Girder Rocket Coaster$1.99
  • Corkscrew Coaster$1.99
  • Hybrid Coaster$1.99
  • Single Rail Coaster$1.99
  • Girder Blitz (OTSR) Coaster$1.99
  • Girder Spinner Coaster$1.99
  • Single Spined Coaster (3 Row)$1.99
  • Multidimensional Coaster$1.99
  • Girder Blitz (Lapbar) Coaster$1.99
  • Double Spined Coaster (2 row)$1.99
  • Girder Coaster (4 Seats)$1.99
  • All Coaster Types$19.99

Questions

Is Train Sim free?
Train Sim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ultimate Coaster 2 free?
Ultimate Coaster 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Train Sim or Ultimate Coaster 2?
Train Sim is rated higher. Train Sim averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.2K ratings, while Ultimate Coaster 2 averages 4.1 from 1.9K ratings.
Do Train Sim or Ultimate Coaster 2 have ads?
Train Sim shows ads; Ultimate Coaster 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, Train Sim or Ultimate Coaster 2?
Train Sim ships an update monthly, and Ultimate Coaster 2 every 6 months. Most recently, Train Sim was updated on October 11, 2026 and Ultimate Coaster 2 on October 15, 2026.

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