# eSail4VR vs Train Manager

The clearest difference is rating: Train Manager at 4.8 against eSail4VR's 2.7. Train Manager also leads on ratings volume (927 vs 3). eSail4VR's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. eSail4VR sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.49 per 3 months and Train Manager sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Train Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Manager has 927 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 58% of eSail4VR's written reviews are positive against 53% of Train Manager's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

eSail4VR ships an update every 5 days, Train Manager fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | eSail4VR | Train Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esail4vr/id6443567604/reviews) | **[4.8 (927 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-manager-2026/id6448614242/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **927** |
| Positive reviews | **57.7% of reviews** | 52.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SOFT4SAIL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647221910) | [Xombat ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/453573467) |

## What reviewers say

### eSail4VR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esail4vr/id6443567604)

This app provides advanced routing calculations for the Virtual Regatta sailing game. It helps users optimize their race strategies by considering weather patterns and game-specific rules. Users can automatically sync their regattas and plan routes, with premium features offering advanced options and direct integration.

**Highlights:** Advanced routing algorithm, Automatic Virtual Regatta account connection, Real-time position tracking, Automatic weather file downloads, Route comparison, Cloud sync across devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium subscription | $12.49 | per 3 months |


### Train Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-manager-2026/id6448614242)

Build and manage your own railroad empire from scratch. Compete globally, schedule international routes, and track your trains live. Choose between easy or realistic gameplay modes to become a railway mogul.

**Highlights:** Manage your own railroad empire, Create and schedule international routes, Track trains live, Realistic gameplay modes, Manage staff and invest in companies, Customize and upgrade trains

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mini Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rookie Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rookie Deal | $5.99 | one-time |
| Standard Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Rookie Deal | $6.99 | one-time |
| Kickstarter Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Journeyman Deal | $9.99 | one-time |
| Expert Deal | $22.99 | one-time |
| Premium Package | $22.99 | one-time |
| Jumbo Package | $49.99 | one-time |
| Mega Package | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good game
- 🚀 Realistic train operations
- 👍 Easy to learn
- 👍 Clear and easy to understand user interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Glitchy and buggy
- 💰 Requires paying to progress
- 🕰️ Slow pace of the game
- 🚂 Limited train selection, especially for certain regions

**Reported bugs**

- Endless blue screen on launch
- Game freezes or crashes
- Issues with loading and logging in
- Inability to depart trains or make purchases

**Requested features**

- Add more train models and liveries
- Implement sandbox mode
- Add train timetables and running maps
- Allow trains to run automatically between destinations
- Improve the ticketing system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eSail4VR free?

eSail4VR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Train Manager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, eSail4VR or Train Manager?

Train Manager is rated higher. eSail4VR averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Train Manager averages 4.8 from 927 ratings.

### Do eSail4VR or Train Manager have ads?

Neither eSail4VR nor Train Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eSail4VR or Train Manager?

eSail4VR ships an update every 5 days, and Train Manager fortnightly. Most recently, eSail4VR was updated on September 25, 2026 and Train Manager on September 24, 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.*