# Subway Simulator 3D vs Metro Connect

The clearest difference is rating: Subway Simulator 3D at 3.9 against Metro Connect's 3.4. Subway Simulator 3D also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (5.3K vs 235). Metro Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (12.5 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Subway Simulator 3D sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Metro Connect sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Subway Simulator 3D holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Subway Simulator 3D has 5.3K ratings behind it against 235, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Subway Simulator 3D's written reviews are positive against 17% of Metro Connect's.

Subway Simulator 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, Metro Connect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Subway Simulator 3D | Metro Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (5.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subway-simulator-3d-driving/id818269124/reviews)** | [3.4 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-connect-train-control/id1664698560/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.3K** | 235 |
| Positive reviews | **26.0% of reviews** | 17.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 568 MB | 269 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Simulators Live, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1195044263) | [DEVGEIM](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462267626) |

## What reviewers say

### Subway Simulator 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subway-simulator-3d-driving/id818269124)

Experience the thrill of driving trains across diverse global subway systems. Explore realistic routes, manage passengers, and develop your career as a train driver. Customize your experience with AI-generated elements and adhere to traffic rules to avoid fines.

**Highlights:** Control trains from around the world, Visit different countries and explore routes, Realistic subway stations and routes, Develop a subway driver career, Manage passengers and follow traffic rules, AI customization for cabin and driver appearance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Сars, cities, stations & gold | $11.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| VIP + No Ads Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| All Cities Subscription | $22.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Subscription | $39.99 | per month |
| Disable Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| VIP Status | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sale Trains Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2 New Cities Pack | $15.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 🚀 Very realistic
- 🚀 Awesome trains
- 👍 Passenger mode is fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Spinning trains
- 🐛 Crashing issues
- 🐛 Speed limit glitches
- 💰 Too many paid features
- 💰 Expensive subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Trains spinning at stations
- Crashes and collisions
- Speed limit issues
- Subscription screen not dismissible
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add more train models and cities
- Improve passenger mode experience
- Reduce subscription requirements
- Fix bugs and glitches
- Improve AI train behavior


### Metro Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-connect-train-control/id1664698560)

Build and expand your own subway system in a famous metropolis. Connect points with tunnels, launch trains, and transport residents to discover new regions and earn money. Upgrade your trains and stations to manage growing passenger flow.

**Highlights:** Build metro lines, Upgrade trains and stations, Transport residents, Discover new regions, Fascinating gameplay, Excellent graphics and music

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Second Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Disable Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Relaxing gameplay
- 🔥 Addictive and engaging
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- 🐢 Slow progression and lack of content updates
- 🤯 Frustrating when unable to connect tracks

**Reported bugs**

- Game getting stuck at certain levels
- Inconsistent track connectivity issues

**Requested features**

- More cities/maps to unlock and explore
- Ability to customize and control track layout
- Reduced ad frequency or ad-free option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Subway Simulator 3D free?

Subway Simulator 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Metro Connect free?

Metro Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Subway Simulator 3D or Metro Connect?

Subway Simulator 3D is rated higher. Subway Simulator 3D averages 3.9 out of 5 from 5.3K ratings, while Metro Connect averages 3.4 from 235 ratings.

### Do Subway Simulator 3D or Metro Connect have ads?

Both Subway Simulator 3D and Metro Connect show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Subway Simulator 3D or Metro Connect?

Subway Simulator 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, and Metro Connect every 3 months. Most recently, Subway Simulator 3D was updated on October 28, 2026 and Metro Connect on October 25, 2026.

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