# Train Miner vs Monster Truck Evolution

The clearest difference is rating: Train Miner at 4.9 against Monster Truck Evolution's 4.0. Train Miner also leads on ratings volume (761 vs 69) and review sentiment (18% vs 6%). Monster Truck Evolution's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Train Miner sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Monster Truck Evolution sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Train Miner holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Miner has 761 ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Train Miner's written reviews are positive against 6% of Monster Truck Evolution's.

Train Miner ships an update monthly, Monster Truck Evolution every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Train Miner | Monster Truck Evolution |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (761 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-miner-idle-construction/id6738736540/reviews)** | [4.0 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-truck-evolution/id6742483005/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **761** | 69 |
| Positive reviews | **18.2% of reviews** | 5.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 377 MB | 532 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Mango Gamez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1766950921) | [Khurram Samad](https://appshunter.io/developer/301202277) |

## What reviewers say

### Train Miner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-miner-idle-construction/id6738736540)

Build impressive structures and monuments using automated trollies to transport materials. Upgrade tools, merge vehicles, and enjoy a relaxing construction experience with stunning 3D graphics. Watch your creations come to life brick by brick.

**Highlights:** Automated trollies for material transport, Brick cutting for precise construction, Trolley merging for faster delivery, Tool and cutter upgrades, Monument and building construction, Relaxing ASMR experience

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Automove Train Forever | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3x Earnings Forever | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 10 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Speed Up | $1.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 30 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 50 Gems | $8.99 | one-time |
| Remove forced ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Pack | $10.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 100 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 200 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 💡 Automatic train movement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Progress reset issue
- 🔒 Lack of customer support
- 💰 Paid version still has ads
- 🔋 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Progress reset
- Idle mode not working

**Requested features**

- New locations
- More levels


### Monster Truck Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-truck-evolution/id6742483005)

Build and upgrade a monster truck to launch it as far as possible. Earn rewards by achieving new distances and use coins to enhance your truck's strength, speed, and durability for even greater feats.

**Highlights:** Slingshot launch mechanics, Truck building and upgrading, Distance-based rewards, Strength, speed, and durability upgrades, Record breaking challenges

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| American Truck | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Vip Purchase | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Executive Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Discount Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Independence Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Trucks | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Coins Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Gems Pack | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Train Miner free?

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

### Is Monster Truck Evolution free?

Monster Truck Evolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Train Miner or Monster Truck Evolution?

Train Miner is rated higher. Train Miner averages 4.9 out of 5 from 761 ratings, while Monster Truck Evolution averages 4.0 from 69 ratings.

### Do Train Miner or Monster Truck Evolution have ads?

Both Train Miner and Monster Truck Evolution show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Train Miner or Monster Truck Evolution?

Train Miner ships an update monthly, and Monster Truck Evolution every 4 weeks. Most recently, Train Miner was updated on October 28, 2026 and Monster Truck Evolution on October 24, 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.*