Comparison

Junkineering vs Dig

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Junkineering

Build and battle custom robots in a post-apocalyptic RPG. Assemble a squad from scrap, engage in tactical turn-based combat, and dominate arenas. Survive a desolate wasteland by crafting, strategizing, and collecting epic rewards.

Highlights
  • Craft custom robots from scrap
  • Turn-based tactical combat
  • Post-apocalyptic survival gameplay
  • PvE and asynchronous PvP battles
  • Tower defense modes with bosses
  • Team-based strategy
  • Collect epic rewards and loot
Features
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Do you thrive on the thrill of survival in futuristic robot RPG adventure games? Step into the world of robot wars in Junkineering: a turn-based futuristic RPG where engineering meets irony and survival depends on your wits. Fight in chaotic robot wars and robot shooting games, master every robot fight in intense robot games battles, and conquer a world shaped by apocalypse. Assemble a squad of custom robots crafted from everyday junk, each brought to life by an AI-core brain. Dominate the arena in tactical robot wars, where every move defines your fate in this mix of survival, strategy, and post-apocalyptic irony. POST-APOCALYPTIC SURVIVAL Immerse yourself in a desolate wasteland scarred by an apocalypse. Resource scarcity and tech advancements create a narrative inspired by real-world challenges. Survival is not just a goal; it’s the essence of every clash in this unforgiving setting. CRAFT AND COLLECT Engineer your ultimate squad! Collect scrap, build robots with unique abilities, and upgrade them to face the fiercest enemies. Crafting is key to making your squad an unstoppable force. DYNAMIC FIGHTING & AUTO-BATTLE Engage in thrilling PvE battles. Balance strategic gameplay with chaotic unpredictability. Each fight is a test of skills: win through clever tactics or use the convenient auto-battle mode to let your squad crush enemies on their own! TEAM-BASED STRATEGY Form a squad of ironclad heroes and coordinate your actions to unleash devastating combos on your enemies. Surviving is much easier with a team you can trust. TOWER PROTOCOLS & EPIC BOSSES Challenge yourself in our unique Tower modes! Conquer 1,000 floors in the general Apex Protocol, or master the elemental Rock-Paper-Scissors mechanics in the Stoneborn (Rock), Scorchdoc (Scissors), and Shredbyte (Paper) Protocols. Defeat hordes of monsters and mighty bosses for valuable prizes, and complete daily quests to level up fast! PvP ARENA & TOURNAMENTS Test your tactical skills in asynchronous PvP battles against other players' squads! Participate in intense tournaments and championships, earn rare resources, and climb to the top of the leaderboards. Prove who truly rules the arena! ENGINEERING WITH IRONY Build not just robots, but legends! Experience a gameplay full of wit and surprises. The humor and irony woven into the narrative add a unique charm. Engineering isn’t just functional; it’s an art. EPIC REWARDS Unlock powerful new heroes, weapons, maps, and game modes. Collect rare loot and celebrate your triumphs. The more you fight and explore, the greater your legendary rewards. Junkineering is more than just a game; it’s a clash of survival, engineering, and fighting spirit. Master the art of engineering and turn the junk of yesterday into the legends of tomorrow! Are you ready to engineer your survival, conquer the apocalypse, and become a legend? Download Junkineering today and experience the ultimate RPG adventure!

About

Dig

Embark on an epic adventure as a robot hero seeking to reclaim lost glory. Dig for treasure, battle enemies, and explore diverse landscapes with your trusty pickaxe. Recruit companions and customize your home base and character to restore your honor.

Highlights
  • Addictive digging gameplay
  • Explore hundreds of levels
  • Recruit and team up with companions
  • Develop and customize home base
  • Customize robot hero appearance
  • Battle quirky enemies and bosses
Features
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Step into the shoes of a brave robot hero, overlooked by the king and determined to reclaim your lost glory. Armed with your trusty pickaxe, embark on an epic journey through diverse landscapes, battling quirky enemies and formidable bosses. Discover your true destiny in this adventure to restore your honor! Features: Addictive Gameplay: Experience the thrill of digging for gear! Use your pickaxe to uncover hidden treasures and feel the excitement of obtaining legendary equipment and rare attributes that enhance your abilities. Boundless Exploration: Discover a vast, intricately designed map filled with hundreds of levels. Face formidable foes with unique challenges that will test your strength and strategy. Recruit Partners for Adventure: Gather a variety of charming companions to form a powerful party. Collaborate to conquer tough enemies and uncover unique synergies. Develop Your Home Base: Customize your sanctuary! Build a home that reflects your style and compete with other players for the top spot. Customize Your Character: Design a unique look for your robot hero and dive into beautifully hand-drawn landscapes. Are you ready to embark on this thrilling adventure and reclaim your honor? Download Dig-Dig Rush now and let your journey begin!

Screenshots

Junkineering4 screens
Dig4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Junkineering at 68% against Dig's 32%. Junkineering also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Dig's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Junkineering sells 35 one-off in-app purchases and Dig sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Junkineering holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 233 and 61 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Junkineering's written reviews are positive against 32% of Dig's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Junkineering ships an update fortnightly, Dig every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Junkineering versus Dig: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJunkineeringDig
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (233 ratings) — better4.6 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews68.0% of reviews — better32.3% of reviews
Number of ratings233 — better61
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size500 MB533 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperColeplay LTDShadowMoon

Customer experience

Junkineering

All ratings231 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive68.0%
Neutral18.0%
Negative14.0%

Dig

All ratings61 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews127 reviews
Positive32.3%
Neutral9.4%
Negative58.3%

User reviews

Junkineering

From 233 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun gameplay
  • 🎨 Awesome art style
  • 🔥 Exciting combat
  • 🔥 Unique theme

Room to improve

  • 🕰️ Grindy progression
  • 💰 Difficult to progress without spending money
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🔢 Lack of content/features

Dig

From 61 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Super fun
  • 👍 Really liking it
  • 👍 Fun game play, decent offers, and the progression is good

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Stopped working
  • 🐛 Nothing to do but watch ads or pay for no ads
  • 🐛 The fragments don't go into the back pack they just disappear
  • 🐛 Won't load
  • 🐛 Hardlocked my game

Bugs and requests

Junkineering

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incorrect module level display
  • Locked progression after beating 3rd map boss
  • Unable to claim daily gift

Requested features

5 requests
  • PVP/PVE modes
  • Guilds/community features
  • Auto-battle function
  • Improved resource economy
  • Easier map navigation

Dig

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Stopped working
  • Game won't load anymore
  • Hardlocked my game

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add crafting when you dismantle an item
  • Fix fragments issue

In-app purchases

35 purchases

Junkineering

One-time35
  • Exclusive Offer$1.99
  • Valuable Offer$1.99
  • Periodic pack$1.99
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  • Hot Offer$1.99
  • Engi Receipt$1.99
  • Starter pack$3.99
  • Supply Bundle$4.99
  • Periodic pack$4.99
  • Exclusive Offer$4.99
  • Valuable Offer$4.99
  • Special Offer$4.99
  • Engi Terminal$4.99
  • Fortune offer$6.99
  • Valuable Offer$6.99
  • Exclusive Offer$6.99
  • Exclusive Offer$9.99
  • Hunt Pass$9.99
  • Valuable Offer$9.99
  • Rustborn Wastes$9.99
  • Keys offer$9.99
  • Adaptatrons$9.99
  • Standard Offer$9.99
  • Engi ATM$9.99
  • Premium pass2 variants$14.99
  • Valuable Offer$14.99
  • Hunt Pass Pack$14.99
  • Neon Pawnshop$15.99
  • Valuable Offer$19.99
  • Premium pass plus$19.99
  • Downtown offer$19.99
  • Adaptatrons$19.99
  • Valuable Offer$24.99
  • Engi Vault$24.99
  • Engi Bank Car$49.99
  • Engi Treasury$99.99
20 purchases

Dig

One-time20
  • Astrology Lottery Pack 1$0.99
  • Park Gacha Pack 1$0.99
  • Excavator Pack 1$0.99
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  • Super Value Gift Sign$0.99
  • new bee pakage_1$0.99
  • Daily Special 1$0.99
  • Mine Privilege Card$4.99
  • new bee pakage_2$4.99
  • Monthly Pass$4.99
  • Full Daily Pack 1$4.99
  • Newbie Special - Companion 1$4.99
  • Level 15 Exclusive Pack$4.99
  • Full Daily Pack 2$9.99
  • Elite-Manor Pass$9.99
  • Park Battlepass 2$9.99
  • new bee pakage_3$9.99
  • Lode Fund$9.99
  • Ads Free privilege$9.99
  • Super Value Gift Total2$19.99
  • Platinum Pass$29.99

Questions

Is Junkineering free?
Junkineering is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dig free?
Dig is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Junkineering or Dig?
Junkineering is rated higher. Junkineering averages 4.8 out of 5 from 233 ratings, while Dig averages 4.6 from 61 ratings.
Do Junkineering or Dig have ads?
Dig shows ads; Junkineering does not.
Which is updated more often, Junkineering or Dig?
Junkineering ships an update fortnightly, and Dig every 9 days. Most recently, Junkineering was updated on October 20, 2026 and Dig on October 21, 2026.

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