Best Sim Apps & Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

Finding the right sim apps and games can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps and games to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Sim Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Sims™ FreePlayThe Sims™ FreePlayFree4.6★ (466K)YesYesNov 2026
2SimCity BuildItSimCity BuildItFree4.1★ (88K)YesYesNov 2026
3Life Sim 3D: Family SimulatorLife Sim 3D: Family SimulatorFree4.7★ (150K)YesYesNov 2026
4Sunday City: Life SimulatorSunday City: Life SimulatorFree4.6★ (8.7K)NoYesNov 2026
5BitLife - Life SimulatorBitLife - Life SimulatorFree4.8★ (1.8M)YesYesNov 2026
6Hobo - Real Life SimulatorHobo - Real Life SimulatorFree4.8★ (41K)NoYesNov 2026
7Rent Please! Landlord SimRent Please! Landlord SimFree4.7★ (53K)YesYesNov 2026
8AltLife Sim!AltLife Sim!Free4.7★ (1.8K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Sim

The Sims™ FreePlay#1

The Sims™ FreePlay by Electronic Arts

Virtual Town & Story Builder
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.6😊(466K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#12in Games
The Sims™ FreePlay screenshot 1
The Sims™ FreePlay screenshot 2
The Sims™ FreePlay screenshot 3
The Sims™ FreePlay screenshot 4
The Sims™ FreePlay screenshot 5
The Sims™ FreePlay screenshot 6

Design and build your dream virtual town and families. Customize every aspect of your Sims' lives, from careers and personalities to homes and relationships. Play in real-time and watch your community grow as you complete goals and earn rewards.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Diverse customization options
  • 🎨 Realistic graphics
  • 💡 Interesting quests and events
  • 🤗 Enjoyable overall experience

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • ⏱️ Lengthy task completion times
  • 🔒 Limited social features
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🤯 Overwhelming number of quests
SimCity BuildIt#2

SimCity BuildIt by Electronic Arts

Build your extraordinary city.
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.1😐(88K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#54in Games
SimCity BuildIt screenshot 1
SimCity BuildIt screenshot 2
SimCity BuildIt screenshot 3
SimCity BuildIt screenshot 4
SimCity BuildIt screenshot 5
SimCity BuildIt screenshot 6

Design and build your dream city, managing resources and citizen happiness. Trade with other players, compete in challenges, and defend your metropolis from disasters and rivals. Unlock new buildings and regions to expand your unique urban landscape.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Great game
  • 🌇 Beautiful graphics
  • 🕹️ Enjoyable gameplay
  • 🤝 Supportive club community
  • 🕰️ Relaxing and not too demanding

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🕰️ Slow progression without paying
  • 🔍 Difficult to find needed items
  • 🤖 Aggressive monetization tactics
  • 🤯 Frustrating club war mechanics
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator#3

Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator by Vira Games Inc.

Design Your Own Virtual World!
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.7😊(150K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#24in Games
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator screenshot 1
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator screenshot 2
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator screenshot 3
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator screenshot 4
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator screenshot 5
Life Sim 3D: Family Simulator screenshot 6

Design your dream virtual life in this 3D simulation game. Create a unique character, build relationships, start a family, design your home, and explore a world of activities and possibilities. Live out every stage of life your way.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Best
  • 🚀 I'm on the game
  • 🚀 Creative
  • 🚀 Cool
  • 🚀 Fun
  • 🚀 Nice

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 When is the next update I am really enjoying the game but hopefully there are a few things that change like instead of a child you have newborns and maybe once the kids get older they can move out
  • 🐛 Seeing the hand but won't let me go to the next house

More Sim apps to explore

FAQ about Sim

What are the best sim apps & games for iPhone?
The Sims™ FreePlay tops our sim apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 466K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top sim apps & games we rank are free to download, including The Sims™ FreePlay and SimCity BuildIt.
The Sims™ FreePlay shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ sim apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

Related searches