# Tiny Bookshop vs Trash Goblin

The clearest difference is rating: Trash Goblin at 4.5 against Tiny Bookshop's 4.1. Trash Goblin also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (4 vs 2). Tiny Bookshop's advantage is review sentiment (65% vs 45%) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tiny Bookshop sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Trash Goblin sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Trash Goblin holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 354 and 185 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Tiny Bookshop's written reviews are positive against 45% of Trash Goblin's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Tiny Bookshop ships an update every 3 days, Trash Goblin every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tiny Bookshop | Trash Goblin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (354 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-bookshop/id6766267906/reviews) | **[4.5 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trash-goblin/id6768982299/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **354** | 185 |
| Positive reviews | **64.6% of reviews** | 44.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 6 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #99 | **#45** |
| Size | 806 MB | 770 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skystone Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711000447) | [Doghowl Games Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805603341) |

## What reviewers say

### Tiny Bookshop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-bookshop/id6766267906)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Free · Simulation (US App Store)

Open a charming bookshop by the sea in this atmospheric story and management game. Load your mobile trailer with books, set up shop in scenic locations, and get to know the locals. Decorate your shop, recommend books, and explore a picturesque coastal town.

**Highlights:** Decorate your bookshop, Recommend books to customers, Befriend unique town residents, Load trailer with different book genres, Explore a picturesque coastal town, Discover secrets and collect items

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Game | $7.99 | one-time |


### Trash Goblin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trash-goblin/id6768982299)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Free · Adventure, #155 Top Free · Simulation (US App Store)

A cozy shopkeeping game where you discover, clean, and upcycle trinkets for eccentric customers. Customize your shop and tools with no pressure or fail states, focusing on good vibes and creative play.

**Highlights:** Discover and clean trinkets, Upcycle items into new forms, Serve eccentric customers, Upgrade and customize your shop, Relaxed gameplay with no pressure

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Base Product Sale | $8.99 | one-time |
| Base Offer | $10.49 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tiny Bookshop free?

Tiny Bookshop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Trash Goblin free?

Trash Goblin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tiny Bookshop or Trash Goblin?

Trash Goblin is rated higher. Tiny Bookshop averages 4.1 out of 5 from 354 ratings, while Trash Goblin averages 4.5 from 185 ratings.

### Do Tiny Bookshop or Trash Goblin have ads?

Neither Tiny Bookshop nor Trash Goblin shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tiny Bookshop or Trash Goblin?

Tiny Bookshop ships an update every 3 days, and Trash Goblin every 6 days. Most recently, Tiny Bookshop was updated on October 14, 2026 and Trash Goblin on October 15, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Tiny Bookshop or Trash Goblin?

Tiny Bookshop currently peaks at #99 in the App Store charts, and Trash Goblin at #45. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*