Comparison

Real Bus Sim vs THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Real Bus Sim

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Real Bus Sim is an immersive bus driving and transport-tycoon hybrid that puts you in control of both the wheel and the boardroom. Starting with a single coach and a limited budget, you’ll earn fares by navigating realistic city streets, then reinvest your profits to assemble a sprawling fleet. Key Gameplay Elements • Hands-On Driving • Pilot your bus along varied routes—pick up and drop off passengers, manage doors, lighting, climate control and onboard Wi-Fi. • Obey traffic laws, anticipate junctions and avoid collisions to maximize passenger satisfaction and fare income. • Business Management • Spend earnings at auctions to acquire new buses or upgrade existing vehicles. • Recruit drivers of differing skill levels and assign them to routes you’ve unlocked. • Automate services to generate steady passive revenue while you focus on strategic growth. Progression and Challenges • Unlock advanced city maps and high-traffic routes as your fleet expands. • Balance active driving (high yields, time-intensive) against autonomous operations (lower yields, hands-off). • Complete time-limited contracts and special events to earn bonuses and rare vehicle skins. Features at a Glance • Realistic physics and detailed 3D environments • Dynamic day/night cycles and weather effects • In-game economic system with auctions and driver payroll • Achievement system rewarding efficiency, safety and expansion milestones Master the art of driving, hone your managerial acumen, and watch your modest transport startup evolve into a global bus empire.

About

THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator

Experience realistic truck driving across the USA. Deliver various cargo through diverse cities and landscapes, challenging yourself with numerous missions and jobs. Customize your trucks and trailers for an immersive simulation.

Highlights
  • Realistic truck physics
  • 19 truck companies and 56 trucks
  • 300+ cargo types
  • 2,000+ free missions
  • Internal/external camera views
  • Stunning graphics with adjustable settings
  • Intelligent traffic AI
Features
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Thunderstruck Truck Simulator is the best Truck Simulator there is! The game takes place in the United States of America, and you are the driver of some of the most iconic trucks on American highways and roads. You will be able to visit more than 10 cities across several states, including California, Nevada, and Colorado! We created thousands of miles of roads to bring you the realism of driving your huge truck across the USA. You can play 15 meticulously crafted missions created to challenge you, or take on one of the random jobs available across the country. And there is an almost infinite number of jobs available! Drive trucks and deliver all kinds of cargo, including food, vehicles, construction equipment, fuel, toxic materials, wood, and more! MAIN FEATURES - Realistic truck physics that enhance the driving simulation experience - 19 famous truck companies and 56 trucks offering various configurations, chassis options, and original color customizations - 27 trailers complemented by over 300 cargo types - A vast selection of more than 2,000 free missions available in Career Mode - Internal and external camera perspectives for improved maneuverability, plus a top-down view to help you park your truck - Stunning graphics paired with high performance tailored for mobile devices, with adjustable graphics settings - Diverse cityscapes, each with unique characteristics - Intelligent traffic AI with realistic behavior and adherence to traffic laws - Beautiful landscapes that enrich your driving journey Are you ready to become the most famous and skilled truck driver in the United States of America? This truck simulator is your chance to do it! We hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Apple's Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.prosimulatorsonline.com/p/pro-simulators-privacy-policy-effective.html Terms of Use: https://www.prosimulatorsonline.com/p/pro-simulators-terms-of-service.html For inquiries, please contact us via email at support (at) prosimulatorsonline.com.

Screenshots

Real Bus Sim4 screens
THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

Real Bus Sim and THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Real Bus Sim sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Real Bus Sim versus THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReal Bus SimTHUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.7 (7 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size398 MB869 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlahem OUPro Simulators Online

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Real Bus Sim

One-time7
  • 25000 Coins$0.99
  • 50000 COINS$1.99
  • No Ads Access$2.99
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  • 100000 Coin Pack$3.99
  • Special Bundle$4.99
  • 200000 Coins$6.99
  • 500000 Coins$12.99
10 purchases

THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Club Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Premium Club Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Club Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time7
  • Volvo VNR Electric$0.99
  • Western Star 57X$1.99
  • Volvo VNL 2018$2.99
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  • Volvo VNL 2025$2.99
  • Volvo VNL$2.99
  • Western Star 49X$2.99
  • Western Star 5700XE$2.99

Questions

Is Real Bus Sim free?
Real Bus Sim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator free?
THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Real Bus Sim or THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator have ads?
Both Real Bus Sim and THUNDERSTRUCK Truck Simulator show ads.

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