# Bus Simulator vs Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator

Bus Simulator and Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of Bus Simulator's written reviews are positive against 0% of Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator's. Bus Simulator also leads on ratings volume (23K vs 26) and chart position (#119 vs unranked). Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bus Simulator sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Bus Simulator against 4.5 for Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bus Simulator has 23K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Bus Simulator's written reviews are positive against 0% of Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator's.

Bus Simulator ships an update monthly, Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bus Simulator | Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-simulator-evo/id959865119/reviews)** | [4.5 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-driver-3d-coach-simulator/id6474297780/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | **68.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#119** | — |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 502 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexandru Marusac](https://appshunter.io/developer/639579812) | [DEV-BOAT STUDIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1718527896) |

## What reviewers say

### Bus Simulator

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

**Currently charting:** #119 Top Grossing · Racing, #129 Top Free · 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


### Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-driver-3d-coach-simulator/id6474297780)

Experience a realistic bus driving simulation with challenging missions, diverse environments, and interactive gameplay. Manage passenger pick-ups, refuel, and even handle cargo in a dynamic 3D world.

**Highlights:** Realistic bus driving physics, Challenging off-road and city environments, Passenger pick-up and drop-off missions, Bus maintenance (washing, refueling), Stunning 3D graphics, Multiple camera views

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Modes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Buses | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Everything | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bus Simulator free?

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

### Is Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator free?

Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Bus Simulator is rated higher. Bus Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator averages 4.5 from 26 ratings.

### Do Bus Simulator or Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator have ads?

Both Bus Simulator and Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bus Simulator or Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator?

Bus Simulator ships an update monthly, and Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bus Simulator was updated on October 18, 2026 and Bus Driver 3D Coach Simulator on October 17, 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.*