# Zipline Crowd vs Astro Builder

The clearest difference is rating: Astro Builder at 4.7 against Zipline Crowd's 3.3. Astro Builder also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 4). Zipline Crowd's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Astro Builder sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Zipline Crowd asks for nothing beyond the download.

Astro Builder holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Astro Builder has 3.3K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Zipline Crowd's written reviews are positive against 34% of Astro Builder's.

Zipline Crowd ships an update every 3 weeks, Astro Builder every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zipline Crowd | Astro Builder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zipline-crowd/id6443516891/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astro-builder/id6737761200/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **34.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 11 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 260 MB | 251 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Taihao Technology Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584662263) | [Solid Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625798412) |

## What reviewers say

### Zipline Crowd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zipline-crowd/id6443516891)

Engage in strategic combat against enemies and giants by acquiring more soldiers through various gates. Upgrade your rope to extend its reach and overcome challenges.

**Highlights:** Gain more soldiers, Fight enemies and giants, Upgrade rope length, Multiple gate challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Astro Builder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astro-builder/id6737761200)

Build a sprawling space station in orbit with this idle construction game. Start with basic components and expand your facility by unlocking new equipment and generating resources. Discover and develop new areas as your station grows.

**Highlights:** Idle space station construction, Resource management, Unlock new equipment, Expand and develop areas, Space elevator material transport

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AD TICKETS 10 | $0.99 | one-time |
| AD TICKETS 25 | $1.99 | one-time |
| AD TICKETS 60 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-free 7 day | $4.99 | one-time |
| Permanent ad-free! | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun game concept
- 👍 Detailed space station building
- 💡 Customizable astronaut suits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy AI and builder behavior
- 🔇 Lack of sound and music
- 🔁 Repetitive and monotonous gameplay
- 🔒 Forced ads and limited free content
- ⏱️ Slow progress without watching ads

**Reported bugs**

- Builders getting stuck or ignoring resource needs
- Inconsistent behavior when collecting from processors
- Permanent worker upgrades not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to continue progress offline
- More varied level designs and challenges
- Autonomous builder behavior
- Background progress while app is closed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zipline Crowd free?

Zipline Crowd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Astro Builder free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Zipline Crowd or Astro Builder?

Astro Builder is rated higher. Zipline Crowd averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Astro Builder averages 4.7 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do Zipline Crowd or Astro Builder have ads?

Both Zipline Crowd and Astro Builder show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Zipline Crowd or Astro Builder?

Zipline Crowd ships an update every 3 weeks, and Astro Builder every 11 months. Most recently, Zipline Crowd was updated on September 9, 2026 and Astro Builder on September 27, 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.*