# Magic Universe vs Train Master 3D

The clearest difference is ads: Magic Universe at none against Train Master 3D's shown. Magic Universe also leads on review sentiment (27% vs 18%). Train Master 3D's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magic Universe sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Train Master 3D sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Magic Universe against 4.7 for Train Master 3D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 548 and 534 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 27% of Magic Universe's written reviews are positive against 18% of Train Master 3D's.

Magic Universe ships an update every 3 weeks, Train Master 3D weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Universe | Train Master 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (548 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-universe/id6447054279/reviews) | **[4.7 (534 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-master-3d/id6472495867/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **548** | 534 |
| Positive reviews | **26.8% of reviews** | 17.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 288 MB | 325 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 12.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [TapNation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483575279) | [MondayOFF](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448226898) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Universe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-universe/id6447054279)

Embark on an action-packed RPG adventure as a magic school student in a vast, enchanted castle. Explore, battle monsters with spells, and gather resources to unlock new areas. Uncover the secrets of this mystical world.

**Highlights:** Explore a vast castle school, Battle monsters with spells, Gather magic resources, Unlock new locations, Intuitive touch controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ticket 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ticket 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.49 | one-time |
| Wand Drop x2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Castle Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dark Forest Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Village Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sewers Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tower Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bank Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ticket 3 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Drop Potion | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ticket 4 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ticket 5 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Ticket 6 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 🎨 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🔑 Unable to progress due to missing keys
- 💰 Excessive ads
- 🛑 Getting stuck in levels

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing
- Character getting stuck or unable to move
- Keys not appearing or not working as intended
- Levels becoming unbeatable due to missing resources

**Requested features**

- Add a way to warp back to the beginning of a level
- Implement a system to report issues and get support
- Add an option to disable ads or purchase an ad-free version


### Train Master 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-master-3d/id6472495867)

Experience life as a train owner in this simulation game. Manage resources, upgrade your train, and customize it to become the ultimate train boss. Hire workers and serve passengers to make your train the best.

**Highlights:** Train ownership simulation, Resource management, Train customization, Worker hiring, Passenger service, Train upgrades

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins 2000 | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coins 6000 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Essentials Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Super Boosts Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coins 15000 | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎃 Fun game
- 👍 So good!
- 💡 Simple Yet Entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Game doesn't work properly
- 🐛 Blocked at level 3/4

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes/crashes
- Levels not unlocking after completing requirements

**Requested features**

- More helpers
- Dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Universe free?

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

### Is Train Master 3D free?

Train Master 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Magic Universe or Train Master 3D?

Train Master 3D is rated higher. Magic Universe averages 4.7 out of 5 from 548 ratings, while Train Master 3D averages 4.7 from 534 ratings.

### Do Magic Universe or Train Master 3D have ads?

Train Master 3D shows ads; Magic Universe does not.

### Which is updated more often, Magic Universe or Train Master 3D?

Magic Universe ships an update every 3 weeks, and Train Master 3D weekly. Most recently, Magic Universe was updated on October 6, 2026 and Train Master 3D on October 17, 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.*