Comparison

Paper Train vs Train Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Paper Train

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
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-==ENDLESS RUNNER IN A LIVING TOYROOM==- Hop into the engineer's cab of a paper train, and travel through a cardboard world where toys come alive to race along a plotting board's railway! Dodge oncoming trains, collect shiny coins, jump over dangerous obstacles and enjoy the speed of a runaway train! Test your runner skills, while visiting various railways resembling a child's toyroom. Full of colors, action and randomness, every run offers something new to see. Choose between multiple railways, navigate through cram-full train stations, vast deserts, tight caves, and unlock funny figures or trains which populates the frisky toyworld. Paper Train: Rush features... √ 4 visually stunning continents, √ 5 incredible parallel dimensions, √ 13 runaway trains, √ 13 vest-pocket characters, √ Game Center support, √ the awesome sense of speed, √ and a FREE to play game experience! Once you hop into the engineer's cab, you will never want to leave your favorite train behind!

About

Train Simulator

Experience realistic train driving with simple one-touch controls. Transport various cargo through diverse landscapes, manage speed and timing, and unlock new challenges. Enjoy endless replayability with fresh contracts and route variations.

Highlights
  • One-touch train controls
  • Modern and classic train selection
  • Diverse cargo transport missions
  • Beautiful landscape environments
  • Signal and traffic management
  • Unlockable challenges and upgrades
Features
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Train Simulator: Cargo Journey puts you in control of modern and classic trains with simple one-touch gameplay that anyone can enjoy. Drive through beautiful jungle landscapes, busy city routes, and open desert tracks while managing speed, timing, and precision. Each run offers new cargo contracts and route variations, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging. Transport logs, oil, coal, and containers while reacting to signals, crossings, and traffic. Earn coins as you play, unlock new challenges, and improve your driving skills over time. Designed for quick sessions and endless replayability, Train Simulator delivers a smooth and relaxing experience with just the right amount of challenge. Whether you enjoy casual driving or mastering perfect timing, every journey is a chance to become a better train driver.

Screenshots

Paper Train4 screens
Train Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Train Simulator at 100% against Paper Train's 46%. Train Simulator also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). Paper Train's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Paper Train sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Train Simulator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Train Simulator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Paper Train's written reviews are positive against 100% of Train Simulator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paper Train ships an update every 5 weeks, Train Simulator every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Paper Train versus Train Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaper TrainTrain Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (16 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB163 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIstom Games Kft.Asif Naeem

Customer experience

Paper Train

All ratings16 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative50.8%

Train Simulator

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Paper Train

One-time8
  • Small Pack$0.99
  • Double Coins$0.99
  • No Advertisements$0.99
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  • Donate$0.99
  • Medium Pack$2.99
  • 5 Tickets$2.99
  • Large Pack$7.99
  • Huge Pack$15.99
5 purchases

Train Simulator

One-time5
  • Remove ads$0.99
  • Coins Bundle$0.99
  • Shield Bundle$0.99
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  • Boost Bundle$0.99
  • 100000 Coins$4.99

Questions

Is Paper Train free?
Paper Train is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Train Simulator free?
Train Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Paper Train or Train Simulator?
Train Simulator is rated higher. Paper Train averages 4.1 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Train Simulator averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Paper Train or Train Simulator have ads?
Paper Train shows ads; Train Simulator does not.
Which is updated more often, Paper Train or Train Simulator?
Paper Train ships an update every 5 weeks, and Train Simulator every 5 months. Most recently, Paper Train was updated on October 16, 2026 and Train Simulator on October 4, 2026.

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