# Idle Civilizations vs Army Tycoon

The clearest difference is rating: Army Tycoon at 4.9 against Idle Civilizations's 4.7. Army Tycoon also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 33%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Idle Civilizations sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Army Tycoon sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Army Tycoon holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.2K and 2.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Idle Civilizations's written reviews are positive against 44% of Army Tycoon's.

Idle Civilizations ships an update every 6 weeks, Army Tycoon every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idle Civilizations | Army Tycoon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-civilizations-evolution/id6447911434/reviews) | **[4.9 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/army-tycoonidle-base/id6478149053/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.2K** | 2.6K |
| Positive reviews | 32.8% of reviews | **44.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 557 MB | 367 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) | [HOT GAMES CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652276308) |

## What reviewers say

### Idle Civilizations

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-civilizations-evolution/id6447911434)

Build and grow civilizations from the dawn of humanity to the future in this idle strategy game. Earn money, hire workers, and customize your character as you progress through different historical eras. Relax and watch your empire expand without pressure.

**Highlights:** Build and grow civilizations, Idle progression, Time travel mechanics, Resource management, Character customization, Tower building

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Gem Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fortune Wheel Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Better Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| Welcome pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Skip Ad Tickets Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Gem Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Greatest Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fortune Wheel Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $5.99 | one-time |
| Income Boost x2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gem Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Dragon slayer pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Free Rewards Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgraded Epic Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast progression
- 👍 Cute graphics and animations
- 🔒 No forced ads
- 🚀 Satisfying gameplay loop

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 💰 Expensive ad removal
- 🔁 Repetitive progression
- 🤑 Excessive microtransactions
- 🔍 Lack of instructions/tutorials

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to craft higher rarity event items
- Offline progress not working
- Purchased ad removal not working

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Save/load game progress
- Improved balance and progression


### Army Tycoon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/army-tycoonidle-base/id6478149053)

Build and manage a military base, training recruits into elite special forces. Expand your army, upgrade facilities, and earn idle profits to become an empire tycoon. Engage in battles and complete missions.

**Highlights:** Build training facilities, Rally and train military units, Hire professional instructors, Earn idle funds and profits, Expand military empire, Complete battle missions

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vip for week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Vip for year | $9.99 | per year |
| Great deals | $0.99 | one-time |
| Novice gift pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Battlepass Plus | $2.99 | one-time |
| Builder1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rich gift pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Activity Battlepass | $2.99 | one-time |
| Builder A | $3.99 | one-time |
| Firstpay Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Instructor Special Package 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 600 Diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| BattlePass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coach Pack 2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Rankpass Vip | $6.99 | one-time |
| Instructor Box Gift Bag | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rankpass Vip A | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads Permanently | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gift Package Coach A | $14.99 | one-time |
| No Ads A | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast build
- 👍 Awesome game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Infirmary issue
- 💰 Pay to win
- 🔍 Cluttered UI
- 🔒 Lack of support
- 🔄 Inconsistent updates

**Reported bugs**

- Infirmary stalling
- Offline managers not working
- Power room upgrade issue
- Rewards not working
- Troop upgrade issues

**Requested features**

- Improve event rewards
- Add obstacle course back
- Simplify UI
- Fix power room issue


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idle Civilizations free?

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

### Is Army Tycoon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Idle Civilizations or Army Tycoon?

Army Tycoon is rated higher. Idle Civilizations averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.2K ratings, while Army Tycoon averages 4.9 from 2.6K ratings.

### Do Idle Civilizations or Army Tycoon have ads?

Both Idle Civilizations and Army Tycoon show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Idle Civilizations or Army Tycoon?

Idle Civilizations ships an update every 6 weeks, and Army Tycoon every 3 weeks. Most recently, Idle Civilizations was updated on October 27, 2026 and Army Tycoon on October 27, 2026.

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