# Cargo Empire vs Logistics Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Logistics Simulator at 3.2 against Cargo Empire's 2.0. Logistics Simulator also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). Cargo Empire's advantage is iOS requirement (18.5 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cargo Empire sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Logistics Simulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Logistics Simulator holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cargo Empire | Logistics Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cargo-empire-ship-tycoon/id6757915150/reviews) | **[3.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logistics-simulator/id6770063200/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.5** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRISTAN BLAIRET](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641785514) | [Ally Msuo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847418618) |

## What reviewers say

### Cargo Empire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cargo-empire-ship-tycoon/id6757915150)

Manage a growing merchant fleet and optimize shipping routes to dominate global maritime trade. Build a powerful shipping empire by upgrading ports and acquiring new locations. This strategy game blends management, optimization, and idle gameplay for a deep logistics experience.

**Highlights:** Manage a merchant fleet, Optimize shipping routes, Build a shipping empire, Upgrade ports and harbors, Choose ship types (Bulk Carriers, Tankers, Container Ships), Idle gameplay mechanics

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handy Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kickstarter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Aframax Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| No Ads \| Instant Rewards | $12.99 | one-time |
| Capesize Pack | $17.99 | one-time |


### Logistics Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logistics-simulator/id6770063200)

Build and manage your own logistics empire by purchasing vehicles, expanding your transportation network, and optimizing routes. This relaxing simulation game focuses on growing profits and scaling operations.

**Highlights:** Purchase and manage vehicles, Expand transportation network, Grow earnings and scale fleet, Relaxing simulation gameplay, Offline gameplay support

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Logistics Pro | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cargo Empire free?

Cargo Empire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Logistics Simulator free?

Logistics Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cargo Empire or Logistics Simulator?

Logistics Simulator is rated higher. Cargo Empire averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Logistics Simulator averages 3.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do Cargo Empire or Logistics Simulator have ads?

Cargo Empire shows ads; Logistics Simulator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cargo Empire or Logistics Simulator?

Cargo Empire ships an update weekly, and Logistics Simulator weekly. Most recently, Cargo Empire was updated on October 25, 2026 and Logistics Simulator on October 31, 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.*