# Bus Simulator vs Universal Truck Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Bus Simulator at 4.6 against Universal Truck Simulator's 3.9. Bus Simulator also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 55%) and ratings volume (24K vs 4.6K). Universal Truck Simulator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bus Simulator sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Universal Truck Simulator sells 10 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 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bus Simulator has 24K ratings behind it against 4.6K, 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 55% of Universal Truck Simulator's.

Bus Simulator ships an update every 5 weeks, Universal Truck Simulator monthly. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bus Simulator | Universal Truck Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-simulator-evo/id959865119/reviews)** | [3.9 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-truck-simulator/id1632742662/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 4.6K |
| Positive reviews | **68.1% of reviews** | 55.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#97** | #149 |
| Size | 2.5 GB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexandru Marusac](https://appshunter.io/developer/639579812) | [Interactive360](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630750070) |

## What reviewers say

### Bus Simulator

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

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Free · Racing, #148 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 (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| 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 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


### Universal Truck Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-truck-simulator/id1632742662)

**Currently charting:** #149 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience next-gen truck simulation with detailed real-world maps of the US and Germany. Drive a variety of trucks, customize them fully, and manage your own garage. Features realistic engine sounds, a damage system, and dynamic weather.

**Highlights:** Detailed real-world maps (US & Germany), European/American truck variety, Extensive truck and trailer customization, Ownable and expandable garage, Realistic engine sounds and wear/tear, Physical damage and deformation system, Skin maker for trucks and trailers, Dynamic day/night and weather system

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cash Bundle 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Garage 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cash Bundle 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Garage 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Map - Penzberg | $2.99 | one-time |
| Map - Augsburg | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cash Bundle 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Garage 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cash Bundle 4 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cash Bundle 5 | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great graphics
- 🚚 Realistic truck and trailer details
- 👍 Ability to get out of truck and explore
- 👍 Enjoyable off-road trails and river crossings
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay with minimal lag

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches causing screen issues (yellow/red pixels, blue screen)
- 🐛 Bugs causing trucks/trailers to disappear or become unusable
- 🐛 Issues with fueling up and controls not working properly
- 🚦 AI traffic behaving erratically and causing crashes
- 🔁 Repetitive map and lack of variety in jobs/destinations

**Reported bugs**

- Screen turning blue/yellow/red and rendering game unplayable
- Trucks/trailers disappearing or becoming stuck in certain areas
- Fueling up issues with buttons disappearing
- AI traffic behaving erratically and causing crashes
- Inability to exit truck when it's in a restricted zone

**Requested features**

- Add more American truck models (Freightliner, Peterbilt, Kenworth)
- Introduce more trailer types (dump, car hauler, etc.)
- Implement customization options for trucks and trailers
- Add weather effects like snow, blizzards, and icy roads
- Introduce a multiplayer mode for co-op or competitive play


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bus Simulator free?

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

### Is Universal Truck Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bus Simulator or Universal Truck Simulator?

Bus Simulator is rated higher. Bus Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while Universal Truck Simulator averages 3.9 from 4.6K ratings.

### Do Bus Simulator or Universal Truck Simulator have ads?

Both Bus Simulator and Universal Truck Simulator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bus Simulator or Universal Truck Simulator?

Bus Simulator ships an update every 5 weeks, and Universal Truck Simulator monthly. Most recently, Bus Simulator was updated on November 10, 2026 and Universal Truck Simulator on November 10, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bus Simulator or Universal Truck Simulator?

Bus Simulator currently peaks at #97 in the App Store charts, and Universal Truck Simulator at #149. 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.*