Best Digging Oil Apps & Games

247+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

Out of 247+ digging oil apps and games on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Digging Oil Apps & Games (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Oil Era - Idle Mining TycoonOil Era - Idle Mining TycoonFree4.2โ˜… (988)YesYesOct 2026
2Oil Tycoon: Idle Miner FactoryOil Tycoon: Idle Miner FactoryFree4.4โ˜… (268)YesYesOct 2026
3Ground Digger!Ground Digger!Free4.4โ˜… (7.1K)YesYesNov 2026
4Idle Oil WellIdle Oil WellFree4.7โ˜… (4.6K)YesYesOct 2026
5Oil Tycoon Idle 3DOil Tycoon Idle 3DFree4.5โ˜… (1.3K)YesYesNov 2026
6OilPrice: Energy NewsOilPrice: Energy NewsFree4.6โ˜… (4.4K)NoNoNov 2026
7PriceRite OilPriceRite OilFree4.1โ˜… (8)YesNoOct 2026
8Oil & Gas - NewsOil & Gas - NewsFree5.0โ˜… (1)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Digging Oil

Oil Era - Idle Mining Tycoon#1

Oil Era - Idle Mining Tycoon by Sofish Game

Build Your Oil Empire Now!
Editor's Choice
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.2๐Ÿ˜(988 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Build an oil empire from scratch by drilling, refining, and selling oil and gas. Manage your operations, optimize production, and outsmart competitors in a dynamic market. This idle simulator allows you to earn even while offline.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Fun and entertaining game
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Interesting oil drilling mechanics
  • ๐Ÿš€ Good time-killer game

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent game freezing and crashes
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • ๐Ÿ” Unclear game mechanics and progression
Oil Tycoon: Idle Miner Factory#2

Oil Tycoon: Idle Miner Factory by Aliaksandr Prakarym

Drilling simulator & clicker
Strong Contender
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.4๐Ÿ˜(268 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Build a global petroleum empire by drilling for oil, selling it on the stock market, and upgrading your operations. Explore new locations worldwide and unlock thousands of upgrades to maximize your profits and become a true oil tycoon.

What We Love

  • ๐ŸŽฎ Fun and addictive idle/tap gameplay mechanics
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Multiple pump options to choose from
  • โฐ AFK-friendly game design
  • ๐ŸŽฐ Gambling/casino features for engagement
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Good statistics and upgrade layout
  • โœจ Satisfying progression system
  • ๐ŸŽฏ Customizable pump selection

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Broken in-game store and purchase system
  • ๐Ÿ“ข Excessive and intrusive ads
  • ๐Ÿ’ธ Paid ad removal doesn't work
  • ๐Ÿ”ง VIP purchase button non-functional
  • โฑ๏ธ Forge timer resets on game entry
  • ๐ŸŽฐ Casino mechanics changed negatively
  • ๐ŸŽจ Banner ads overlay game buttons
  • โŒ Poor tutorial design
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Audio settings unavailable
Ground Digger!#3

Ground Digger! by HOMA GAMES

Idle miner - digging tycoon!
Worth Considering
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.4๐Ÿ˜(7.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Become a treasure hunter and dig deep into the earth with your drilling machine. Collect gems, find hidden keys, and unlock powerful boosters to progress faster. Upgrade your equipment and explore various biomes to reach the Center of the Earth.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Fun and entertaining
  • ๐Ÿš€ Addictive gameplay
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Great concept

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ” Repetitive gameplay
  • ๐Ÿ”‹ Drains battery quickly
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Lack of privacy controls
  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and bugs

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FAQ about Digging Oil

What are the best digging oil apps & games for iPhone?
Oil Era - Idle Mining Tycoon tops our digging oil apps & games ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 988 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 19 of the top digging oil apps & games we rank are free to download, including Oil Era - Idle Mining Tycoon and Oil Tycoon: Idle Miner Factory.
Oil Era - Idle Mining Tycoon shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 247+ digging oil apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.