Comparison

Buildigo vs Vicinity Online

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

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About

Buildigo

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[The Settlers meets Pokémon GO – GPS Strategy in the Real World!] [Idle Game] Experience the ultimate GPS-based strategy game that combines the classic city-building gameplay of The Settlers with modern location-based technology like Pokémon GO. Build, collect, and produce directly in the real world – your adventure starts right where you are! [Real World Building & Strategy] Strategically place your buildings on a live GPS map Collect resources based on your real-world location Construct production facilities, warehouses, and settlements right at your doorstep Real-world distances affect your production speed and efficiency [Deep City Builder Gameplay] Over 40 different building types to construct and upgrade Complex production chains inspired by classic city-building games Resource management and storage systems for maximum efficiency Expand your empire step by step [Location-Based Gameplay] Discover new areas in your surroundings to build Your real-world position impacts efficiency and reach Interactive buildings respond to real-world distances Find the optimal location for each production facility and warehouse [Unique Features] Realistic production times and resource cycles Treasure hunts and rare resources in the real world Dynamic events and challenges based on your location Beautifully animated buildings and resource displays [For All Strategy Game Fans] If you love The Settlers, Anno, Civilization, or city-building games, you’ll enjoy this GPS-based adventure. Build, plan, and expand your empire wherever you are! [Play for Free Now] Start your adventure today: establish your first settlement, collect resources, expand your production chains, and become a master strategist in the real world!

About

Vicinity Online

Build a vast space empire in this persistent sci-fi MMO. Construct planetary infrastructure, command fleets, trade resources, and engage in player-driven conflict to control a living galaxy. Focuses on long-term progression and strategic planning.

Highlights
  • Build and expand space empire
  • Construct planetary infrastructure
  • Mine and manage resources
  • Command specialized ship fleets
  • Scan systems for intelligence
  • Player-driven economy and trading
  • Engage in player vs. player combat
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Build your empire among the stars. Vicinity Online is a persistent sci-fi MMO where players construct powerful economies, command fleets, trade resources, and compete for control across a living galaxy. Humanity has reached deep space, but expansion is no longer peaceful. Every star system holds opportunity. Every resource has value. Every fleet movement can shift the balance of power. Develop your planetary infrastructure, extract valuable resources, manage energy production, and expand your influence across star systems. Build mines, depots, energy facilities, and production chains to fuel your growing empire. Command fleets of specialized ships and send them across the galaxy to defend your territory, support your allies, or strike at your enemies. Battles are shaped by preparation, intelligence, fleet composition, and strategic timing. The galaxy is driven by players. Trade resources, scan star systems, monitor fleet activity, compete over valuable positions, and participate in an evolving economy where every decision matters. Explore a universe built around long-term progression, strategic planning, and player conflict. Features: • Build and expand your space empire • Construct buildings and develop planetary infrastructure • Mine and manage resources used for growth, trade, and warfare • Build and command fleets of specialized ships • Scan systems and gather intelligence on planets and enemy activity • Trade resources and participate in a player-driven economy • Fight other players for resources, influence, and strategic control • Progress through long-term upgrades, skills, and empire development The stars are open. The galaxy is waiting. Build, trade, scout, command, and conquer in Vicinity Online.

Screenshots

Buildigo4 screens
Vicinity Online4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vicinity Online at none against Buildigo's 5. Vicinity Online also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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. Buildigo sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Vicinity Online asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Buildigo ships an update every 3 weeks, Vicinity Online every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Buildigo versus Vicinity Online: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBuildigoVicinity Online
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size135 MB129 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperHermann RauschmayrKonrad Machlowski

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Buildigo

One-time5
  • Boost!$0.99
  • Autoharvest during walking.$1.99
  • 1000 Gold, 500 Food, 200 Stone$1.99
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  • Expand the building area!$1.99
  • No Ads$2.99
None

Vicinity Online

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Buildigo free?
Buildigo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vicinity Online free?
Vicinity Online is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Buildigo or Vicinity Online have ads?
Neither Buildigo nor Vicinity Online shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Buildigo or Vicinity Online?
Buildigo ships an update every 3 weeks, and Vicinity Online every 6 days. Most recently, Buildigo was updated on October 11, 2026 and Vicinity Online on October 6, 2026.

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