248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Survival Island is the household name in shelter building, but it's far from the only option. We track 248+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.1★ (9.3K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.5★ (55K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (567K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 5.0★ (3) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (5.8K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (135) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (8.2K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 3.9★ (12K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 |
Stranded on a wild island, you must find food, craft tools, and build shelter to survive. Explore the wilderness, craft essential items, and defend yourself against island fauna in this challenging survival simulator.
Lead a group of survivors underground after a zombie apocalypse. Build and customize your shelter, recruit heroes with unique skills, and form teams to scavenge resources and fight off hordes. Join alliances with friends for mutual support and to defeat enemies.
Build and manage an underground vault in a post-apocalyptic world. Assign jobs, train dwellers, and send them on quests to explore the wasteland and gather resources. Protect your community from threats and expand your vault to ensure survival.
