# Scrap Metal Factory : IdleGame

> Rags to Riches!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1610971150](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1610971150)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1610971150`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** PLAYHARD
- **Category:** Simulation
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (806 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9.7
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-05
- **First published:** 2022-05-26
- **Size:** 341 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scrap-metal-factory-idlegame/id1610971150)
- **Website:** [http://playhardlab.com](http://playhardlab.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/playhardco/privacy-policy-en](https://sites.google.com/view/playhardco/privacy-policy-en)

## Description

Turn scrap into money by breaking down garbage into scrap metal, selling the product, and building your factory from a broke boss to a thriving operation.

Key features include unique managers who automate production, a story-driven progression across cities like London, New York, and Paris, and seasonal event maps that refresh each season. The game is free to play with optional in-app purchases. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy are available.

## Rankings

- #59,754 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, players praise Scrap Metal Factory as a charming, relaxing idle game with optional bonus ads and engaging events and mini-games. However, many reviews complain about monetization: the $30 to remove ads, paywalls gating upgrades, and intrusive ads. Technical issues also recur, including progress resets, failed restores, and loading problems, with some reports of unresponsive support. Enjoyment depends on tolerance for ads and pricing; the core gameplay is loved, but bugs and pricing frustrations significantly affect the experience.

### Pros

- Ads are optional and provide bonuses, not required for gameplay.
- Charming, relaxing idle/clicker experience with cute visuals.
- Events, characters, and challenges keep content fresh and engaging.
- Mini-games are fun and the overall polish is appealing.
- Relatively low ads compared to other mobile games.

### Cons

- Remove ads price is exorbitant at $30 and widely criticized.
- Heavy monetization and paywalls gate progression (upgrades, etc.).
- Ads can be intrusive or required for gameplay, with frequent popups.
- Persistent bugs and data loss: progress resets, failed restores, and loading issues.
- Perceived poor or unresponsive developer support.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1610971150)