# Train Manager vs KidPad

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KidPad at 100% against Train Manager's 52%. KidPad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14). Train Manager's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Train Manager is free to download; KidPad costs $2.99 up front. Train Manager sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. KidPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Train Manager | KidPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (941 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-manager-2026/id6448614242/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **941** | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 86 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Xombat ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/453573467) | [CodeByTwo Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590528665) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### KidPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidpad/id6795081638)

This app transforms a device into a safe, interactive world for young children. It offers various pretend activities like drawing, a camera, and role-playing games, all without internet access or in-app purchases. Parents can customize the experience through a PIN-protected settings menu.

**Highlights:** Pretend play activities, Finger painting canvas, In-app camera and gallery, Role-playing games (restaurant, rescue), Pretend phone and calculator, Customizable activities via PIN

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Train Manager free?

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

### Is KidPad free?

KidPad costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Train Manager or KidPad have ads?

Neither Train Manager nor KidPad shows ads.

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