# Paper Train vs The Lost Shield

The clearest difference is price: Paper Train at Free against The Lost Shield's $1.99. Paper Train also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). The Lost Shield's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.4 vs 4.1). On ratings volume, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Paper Train is free to download; The Lost Shield costs $1.99 up front. Paper Train sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and The Lost Shield sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Lost Shield holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 29 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Paper Train's written reviews are positive against 65% of The Lost Shield's.

Paper Train ships an update every 5 weeks, The Lost Shield every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Paper Train | The Lost Shield |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.1 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-train-rush/id935198581/reviews) | **[4.4 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-lost-shield/id1161122860/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **29** |
| Positive reviews | 46.2% of reviews | **64.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 101 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Istom Games Kft.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333561719) | [GUAN LING WU](https://appshunter.io/developer/517689895) |

## What reviewers say

### Paper Train

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-train-rush/id935198581)

Race through a vibrant cardboard world as a paper train. Dodge obstacles, collect coins, and explore diverse railways. Unlock new trains and characters in this fast-paced endless runner.

**Highlights:** Endless runner gameplay, Toyroom-themed cardboard world, Dodge trains and obstacles, Collect coins, Unlock trains and characters, Multiple visually stunning continents

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Double Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Advertisements | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donate | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5 Tickets | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Huge Pack | $15.99 | one-time |


### The Lost Shield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-lost-shield/id1161122860)

Embark on an epic brick-breaking adventure as a hero tasked with returning a magical shield. Explore diverse areas, battle numerous enemies and bosses, and rescue allies with unique skills to aid your quest. Upgrade your hero and unlock new modes to save the world.

**Highlights:** Brick break gameplay with magic balls, Explore 6 areas with 54 stages, Battle 20+ enemies and 6 bosses, Rescue and upgrade followers, Unlock Arcade Mode for high scores, Collect achievements and treasure

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000G | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3000G | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10000G | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Paper Train free?

Paper Train is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is The Lost Shield free?

The Lost Shield costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Paper Train or The Lost Shield?

The Lost Shield is rated higher. Paper Train averages 4.1 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while The Lost Shield averages 4.4 from 29 ratings.

### Do Paper Train or The Lost Shield have ads?

Paper Train shows ads; The Lost Shield does not.

### Which is updated more often, Paper Train or The Lost Shield?

Paper Train ships an update every 5 weeks, and The Lost Shield every 7 months. Most recently, Paper Train was updated on September 13, 2026 and The Lost Shield on September 21, 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.*