# Bus Simulator vs Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM

The clearest difference is ads: Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM at none against Bus Simulator's shown. Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). Bus Simulator's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (23K vs 215). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bus Simulator sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bus Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bus Simulator has 23K ratings behind it against 215, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Bus Simulator's written reviews are positive against 63% of Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bus Simulator | Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-simulator-evo/id959865119/reviews)** | [4.2 (215 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schoolbus-driver-3d-sim/id1024952752/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 215 |
| Positive reviews | **68.3% of reviews** | 62.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#97** | — |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 179 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexandru Marusac](https://appshunter.io/developer/639579812) | [Tap2Play, LLC (Ticker: TAPM)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219946891) |

## What reviewers say

### Bus Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-simulator-evo/id959865119)

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Free · Racing, #100 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience realistic city driving as a bus driver. Choose from various bus types, customize them, and complete routes in diverse global locations. Enjoy career, free-ride, and multiplayer modes with detailed interiors and advanced physics.

**Highlights:** Realistic global maps, Variety of bus types, Bus customization, Career, Free-ride, and Multiplayer modes, Detailed interiors, Bus company management

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| 200.000 money + 350 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Winter Special Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 250.000 money + 450 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 50,000 money! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 200 coins! | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all levels! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Get 100,000 money! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Get this articulated bus now! | $6.99 | one-time |
| Get 500 coins! | $7.99 | one-time |
| Get this articulated bus now! | $7.99 | one-time |
| Get 250,000 money! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Get 1000 coins! | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic and detailed graphics
- 🚌 Variety of bus models and customization options
- 👍 Immersive driving experience
- 🎨 Ability to customize bus with company logo and name

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Buses and upgrades are very expensive
- 🚦 Sensitive braking system and strict penalties
- 🚗 Unrealistic and aggressive AI traffic behavior
- 🛑 Certain routes locked behind specific bus types

**Reported bugs**

- Game progress and purchases not carrying over between updates
- Crashes and glitches when switching between game modes
- Inconsistent performance and loading issues on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add more cities and countries to drive in
- Introduce a free roam mode with open doors
- Implement a fuel system and refueling stations
- Add more interactive features like wheelchair ramps
- Improve traffic light and stop sign detection


### Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schoolbus-driver-3d-sim/id1024952752)

Experience the thrill of being a school bus driver. Navigate busy city streets, transport children to school safely, and adhere to traffic laws. Enjoy realistic driving challenges and diverse bus options in a vibrant 3D environment.

**Highlights:** Bus driving challenges, Smooth controls, Multiple school bus types, Large 3D city environments, Realistic city traffic

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3,500 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Buses | $1.99 | one-time |
| 11,000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 39,000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 68,500 coins | $16.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bus Simulator free?

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

### Is Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM free?

Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bus Simulator or Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM?

Bus Simulator is rated higher. Bus Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM averages 4.2 from 215 ratings.

### Do Bus Simulator or Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM have ads?

Bus Simulator shows ads; Schoolbus Driver 3D SIM does not.

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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.*