# Dummynation vs A+ World Map Editor Sandbox

The clearest difference is rating: A+ World Map Editor Sandbox at 4.6 against Dummynation's 3.9. A+ World Map Editor Sandbox also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 61%) and chart position (#28 vs unranked). Dummynation's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dummynation sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and A+ World Map Editor Sandbox sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.3K and 2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Dummynation's written reviews are positive against 77% of A+ World Map Editor Sandbox's.

Dummynation ships an update every 8 days, A+ World Map Editor Sandbox weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dummynation | A+ World Map Editor Sandbox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dummynation/id6444295551/reviews) | **[4.6 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-plus-world-map-editor-sandbox/id6749839822/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 2K |
| Positive reviews | 61.3% of reviews | **77.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#28** |
| Size | 329 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ALEJANDRO HERNANDEZ FERRERO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783570432) | [Hsin Yee Low](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832406389) |

## What reviewers say

### Dummynation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dummynation/id6444295551)

Lead a nation to global dominance through strategic military expansion, careful diplomatic maneuvering, and robust economic management. Balance resource allocation for research and military campaigns while fostering economic growth to outpace rivals. The path to world domination is yours to forge.

**Highlights:** Military expansion, Diplomatic relations, Resource management, Economic policy, Research and development

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy influence | $0.29 | one-time |
| Buy influence | $0.99 | one-time |
| VIP Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy influence | $8.99 | one-time |
| Buy influence | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game, simple yet complex
- 🚀 Minimal ads, not pay-to-win
- 💡 Potential for more features
- 👍 Challenging and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Diplomacy and alliance system issues
- 🐛 Unrealistic AI behavior and war dynamics
- 🐛 Bugs with saving progress

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes during gameplay
- Issues with saving and loading progress
- Incorrect map representation of territories
- Glitches with the recruitment and military systems

**Requested features**

- Add historical game modes (WW1, WW2, etc.)
- Implement custom map and country creation
- Improve ally system to allow for more cooperation
- Add more economic and diplomatic mechanics
- Expand military options (navy, air force, etc.)


### A+ World Map Editor Sandbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-plus-world-map-editor-sandbox/id6749839822)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Free · Trivia, #60 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Design and customize your own version of Earth, from redrawing borders to renaming regions. This offline sandbox allows you to create fantasy empires or simulate alternate histories with detailed control over maps, flags, and even 3D globe exploration.

**Highlights:** Start with real-world maps, Offline functionality, Rename countries, cities, oceans, Edit and redraw borders, Set custom flags and colors, 2D and 3D globe exploration, Add animated stickers and track stats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLUS Editor | $2.99 | one-time |
| PRO Editor | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Pretty good app
- 💡 Best world map editor ever

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😤 Pro features should be free
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to capture countries or provinces on mobile
- Flags glitch out when camera is moved

**Requested features**

- Make flag map and other pro features free
- Fix the occupy option and camera glitches


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dummynation free?

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

### Is A+ World Map Editor Sandbox free?

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dummynation or A+ World Map Editor Sandbox?

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox is rated higher. Dummynation averages 3.9 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while A+ World Map Editor Sandbox averages 4.6 from 2K ratings.

### Do Dummynation or A+ World Map Editor Sandbox have ads?

Both Dummynation and A+ World Map Editor Sandbox show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dummynation or A+ World Map Editor Sandbox?

Dummynation ships an update every 8 days, and A+ World Map Editor Sandbox weekly. Most recently, Dummynation was updated on October 26, 2026 and A+ World Map Editor Sandbox on October 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.*