# Bus Simulator PRO 2026 vs Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) at 98% against Bus Simulator PRO 2026's 56%. Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Bus Simulator PRO 2026's advantage is ratings volume (1.4K vs 8) and chart position (#190 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bus Simulator PRO 2026 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bus Simulator PRO 2026 has 1.4K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Bus Simulator PRO 2026's written reviews are positive against 98% of Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition)'s.

Bus Simulator PRO 2026 ships an update every 10 days, Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bus Simulator PRO 2026 | Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-simulator-pro-2026/id6736734529/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-crew-sim-3-bus-edition/id6756776509/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 55.8% of reviews | **97.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#190** | — |
| Size | 1.0 GB | 303 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [MAGEEKS SC](https://appshunter.io/developer/611120073) | [Hiromi Hakozaki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626441902) |

## What reviewers say

### Bus Simulator PRO 2026

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-simulator-pro-2026/id6736734529)

**Currently charting:** #190 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience next-gen city driving with realistic visuals and gameplay. Manage your bus fleet, navigate dynamic urban environments, and compete in skill-based multiplayer challenges. This simulation offers a deep career progression and extensive customization options.

**Highlights:** High-fidelity Unreal Engine graphics, Realistic city driving simulation, Dynamic weather and time of day, Fleet management and upgrades, Online multiplayer challenges, Extensive bus customization

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bronze Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Silver Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Platinum Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Elite Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Champion Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $79.99 | one-time |


### Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-crew-sim-3-bus-edition/id6756776509)

Experience driving a Japanese route bus on various themed routes. Manage fares, make announcements, and ensure safe stops to support city life. Customize your bus with different paint, designs, and sounds.

**Highlights:** Operate unique Japanese bus routes, Manage passenger fares and announcements, Customize bus paint, designs, and sounds, Score accuracy for stops and driving, Experience urban, park, and mountain routes

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock this stage | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock the point unlock system. | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Free Play | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock vehicle design change. | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock ReiwaA Bus | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bus Simulator PRO 2026 free?

Bus Simulator PRO 2026 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) free?

Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bus Simulator PRO 2026 or Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition)?

Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) is rated higher. Bus Simulator PRO 2026 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do Bus Simulator PRO 2026 or Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) have ads?

Both Bus Simulator PRO 2026 and Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bus Simulator PRO 2026 or Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition)?

Bus Simulator PRO 2026 ships an update every 10 days, and Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) every 6 days. Most recently, Bus Simulator PRO 2026 was updated on October 30, 2026 and Train Crew Sim 3 (Bus Edition) on October 30, 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.*