# Construction Simulator 2014 vs The Criminal

The clearest difference is price: The Criminal at Free against Construction Simulator 2014's $0.99. The Criminal also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.4). Construction Simulator 2014's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On review sentiment, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

The Criminal is free to download; Construction Simulator 2014 costs $0.99 up front. Construction Simulator 2014 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and The Criminal sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Criminal holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Simulator 2014 has 2K ratings behind it against 368, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Construction Simulator 2014's written reviews are positive against 78% of The Criminal's.

Construction Simulator 2014 ships an update every 3 weeks, The Criminal every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Construction Simulator 2014 | The Criminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.4 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-simulator-2014/id651978174/reviews) | **[4.6 (368 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-criminal/id6444850922/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 368 |
| Positive reviews | 75.8% of reviews | **78.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 379 MB | 226 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [astragon Entertainment GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/433152241) | [SkisoSoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/913113371) |

## What reviewers say

### Construction Simulator 2014

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-simulator-2014/id651978174)

Operate realistic heavy machinery to build various structures, from houses to industrial buildings. Complete over 300 tasks across a vast, navigable world to grow your construction company and customize the city.

**Highlights:** 14 realistic construction machines, High-quality 3D graphics, Realistic machine controls, Huge construction sites, Freely navigable world, City customization, Over 300 building tasks

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Package 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Package 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Package 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coin Package 4 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Coin Package 5 | $26.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent graphics
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 😊 Nostalgic and fun
- 🔨 Realistic construction experience
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🤖 Unrealistic AI traffic behavior
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 🔍 Limited vehicle selection
- 🔍 Repetitive missions

**Reported bugs**

- Vehicles getting stuck in the ground
- Disappearing trailers and equipment
- Inability to restore in-app purchases on new devices
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS devices

**Requested features**

- Add more construction vehicles (bulldozers, backhoes, skid steers, etc.)
- Implement a free-roam mode with no missions
- Add a day/night cycle and weather effects
- Introduce a multiplayer mode
- Allow players to create and customize their own construction company


### The Criminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-criminal/id6444850922)

Explore a vibrant open world, engaging in theft and evasion. Your actions have consequences, with police pursuing you after each heist. Successfully return stolen goods to your hideout to sell them and upgrade your skills and vehicles.

**Highlights:** Open world exploration, Looting and stealing mechanics, Police pursuit and evasion, Vehicle and skill upgrades, Unlockable cars and hideouts, Customizable settings

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $12000 | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Discount | $0.99 | one-time |
| All Colors | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| $30000 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Update 1.0 vehicles | $3.99 | one-time |
| $100000 | $5.99 | one-time |
| One Million | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Unique criminal theme
- 🚀 Satisfying gameplay loop

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cars limited to 30 mph
- 🐛 Gear shifting issues
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💡 Lack of weapons and customization

**Reported bugs**

- Cars limited to 30 mph
- Issues with manual gear shifting
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inability to see character
- Upgrades not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add more weapons like baseball bats or guns
- Increase car speeds and performance
- Improve gear shifting and transmission options
- Expand customization and upgrade options
- Introduce multiplayer mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Construction Simulator 2014 free?

Construction Simulator 2014 costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is The Criminal free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Construction Simulator 2014 or The Criminal?

The Criminal is rated higher. Construction Simulator 2014 averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while The Criminal averages 4.6 from 368 ratings.

### Do Construction Simulator 2014 or The Criminal have ads?

The Criminal shows ads; Construction Simulator 2014 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Construction Simulator 2014 or The Criminal?

Construction Simulator 2014 ships an update every 3 weeks, and The Criminal every 2 months. Most recently, Construction Simulator 2014 was updated on November 1, 2026 and The Criminal on November 3, 2026.

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