Best Digging Simulator Apps & Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated September 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good digging simulator apps and games. We benchmark 249+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Digging Simulator Apps & Games (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1DIY DiggingDIY DiggingFree2.2★ (76)YesYesAug 2026
2Dust & GoldDust & GoldFree4.6★ (2.1K)YesYesSep 2026
3Prison Escape Simulator 3DPrison Escape Simulator 3DFree4.6★ (5.5K)YesYesSep 2026
4Dig DeepDig DeepFree4.7★ (111K)YesYesSep 2026
5DiggerSim Excavator SimulatorDiggerSim Excavator SimulatorFree4.3★ (6)NoNoSep 2026
6Idle DiggingIdle DiggingFree4.6★ (38K)YesYesSep 2026
7My Sticker ShopMy Sticker ShopFree4.5★ (15)NoYesSep 2026
8Heavy Machines Simulator GameHeavy Machines Simulator GameFree4.3★ (976)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Digging Simulator

DIY Digging#1

DIY Digging by Muhammad Afzaal

Explore, collect, and evolve
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
2.2😞(76 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Embark on an underground adventure to dig through ancient sand, uncover lost realms, and collect rare treasures. Sell your discoveries to upgrade tools and delve deeper into the secrets hidden beneath the surface. Shape your legacy with every hole you dig.

What We Love

  • 👍 Enjoyable game
  • 💡 Good game concept

Room to Improve

  • 🚨 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 🔋 Device overheating
Dust & Gold#2

Dust & Gold by FLY FLO GAMES YAZILIM TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI

Discover What Lies Beneath
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.6😞(2.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore a forgotten world beneath the surface, uncovering ancient treasures and secrets. Equip yourself with powerful gear, upgrade your arsenal, and master strategic movement to navigate deeper into the unknown. Adapt to changing environments and enjoy a game that rewards both casual discovery and calculated risk-taking.

What We Love

  • 💡 Fun alternative to digging games
  • 👍 Enjoyable gameplay

Room to Improve

  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 🐛 Glitchy and buggy
  • 💰 Too many ads
  • ⛔ Drill upgrade makes game unplayable
Prison Escape Simulator 3D#3

Prison Escape Simulator 3D by Digital Melody

Dig, find items, trade, break
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.6😐(5.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Secretly dig tunnels to escape a prison. Manage tools, trade with inmates and guards, and avoid detection by patrolling guards. Every choice impacts your path to freedom in this immersive simulation.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good game qualities
  • 🚀 Reminds of the movie Prison Break

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Missing elements like lunch time and collecting items
  • 🐛 Ads ruin the experience
  • 🐛 Differences from PC version

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FAQ about Digging Simulator

What are the best digging simulator apps & games for iPhone?
DIY Digging tops our digging simulator apps & games ranking as of September 2026, with a 2.2-star average from 76 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top digging simulator apps & games we rank are free to download, including DIY Digging and Dust & Gold.
DIY Digging shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ digging simulator apps & games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
DIY Digging is an underground simulator game where players dig through ancient sand to explore lost realms and collect rare treasures. The gameplay involves discovering secrets, selling finds, and upgrading tools to dig deeper.
Progression is achieved by digging deeper into the underground, collecting valuable treasures, and selling them to earn currency. This currency can then be used to upgrade your digging tools, allowing you to excavate more efficiently and reach new depths.