# FineScale Modeler > Scale model building guide with articles, reviews, tips, and reader gallery. (iPhone/iPad app by Flying Media Group, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finescale-modeler/id640180896 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Flying Media Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600548072) - Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 2.00/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 44 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 96 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch - Released: 2013-05-23 - Data updated: 2026-09-06 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finescale-modeler/id640180896/reviews.md ## What is FineScale Modeler? FineScale Modeler teaches you to build models of aircraft, armor, ships and more. Clear articles show you how to assemble, paint, and finish the latest model kits. Every issue includes unbiased reviews of kits that were built and tested for accuracy, product announcements, tips from the experts, and a gallery of readers’ models. This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. When purchasing through iTunes your account will be charged at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will auto-renew unless you turn this off 24 hours before the subscription runs out. You can turn off auto-renewal at any time from your iTunes account settings. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Privacy Policy: https://firecrown.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://firecrown.com/terms-of-use/ ## Key features - Model building tutorials - Assembly and painting guides - Kit reviews - Product announcements - Expert tips - Reader model gallery ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | FineScale Modeler | $3.99 | per month | | FineScale Modeler | $39.95 | per year | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | July 2013 | $5.99 | one-time | | March 2014 | $5.99 | one-time | | Build Better Models | $7.99 | one-time | | Build Better Models 2 | $7.99 | one-time | | The Ultimate Guide to Finishing | $9.99 | one-time | | April 2016 | $6.99 | one-time | | May 2016 | $6.99 | one-time | | Experts Guide to Superdetailing | $9.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 44) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finescale-modeler/id640180896/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Here we go again *2023-12-28* Update: It is now 2 weeks after the last iOS version came out & surprise, surprise, I still can’t open Finescale Modeler or restore my purchases if I can get it to open from the app store. I don’t think the folks that are supposed to take care of these problems have a clue what’s happening. Once again an iOS update has caused Finescale Modeler to crash & burn. Now it seems that NOTHING will make it work. I have uninstalled & reinstalled the app several times without success. If I uninstall & reinstall, I have to use the app store to open the magazine. The issues are all locked. If I try to verify my purchases, it goes to the opening page & stalls. It’s obvious from the constant problems that whoever is responsible doesn’t care whether it works or not. ### 1/5 — Here we go again *2023-12-14* Once again an iOS update has caused Finescale Modeler to crash & burn. Now it seems that NOTHING will make it work. I have uninstalled & reinstalled the app several times without success. If I uninstall & reinstall, I have to use the app store to open the magazine. The issues are all locked. If I try to verify my purchases, it goes to the opening page & stalls. It’s obvious from the constant problems that whoever is responsible doesn’t care whether it works or not. ### 1/5 — Worst Ever *2023-12-05* Cannot access. I have tried repeatedly to access my subscription. I have read this magazine for years. Obviously, you’ll want to stay away based on the reviews. Very disappointing as I can’t afford the print version. ### 1/5 — Absolute rubbish app *2023-07-20* This app locks the latest issues and asks for login details yet I subscribe through iTunes so don’t have a login for FSM! How do I get my issues that I’ve paid for but can’t access???!!!!??? ### 1/5 — Unusable *2023-07-06* This app doesn’t work at all. Step one is to log in, and it fails every time. I can’t see any of the digital issues that I’ve paid for. ### 1/5 — Not recognizing my username & password *2022-09-23, version 7.0.8* Seems everytime iOS is updated I have to delete the app & reinstall. This time it still isn’t working. It won’t recognize my username & password. Nobody wants to take responsibility for the problem. If I could give a zero stars, I would. ### 1/5 — Lamentable ! *2020-12-07* Nul , j’ai perdu tout mes anciens numéro, acheté sur leur site un hors série que je n’ai jamais pu avoir en numérique ... fuillez ! L’appli est lamentable , et l’éditeur a la limite de l’honnêteté ### 1/5 — Ugh... *2020-10-04* Worked when I first installed it years ago. Got back into the hobby this year and it no longer works. At all. Won’t get past the login screen. Trash, and I’d like my money back. ### 1/5 — Impossible to use *2020-05-29* App refuses to recognize my password. I paid for both print and digital copies but I’m utterly unable to use the digital version. Email to customer service goes unanswered. ### 1/5 — Extinction *2020-05-08* I know print media companies are struggling these days and I tried to support these guys but this is ridiculous. I’ve had this app for several years and have paid for many articles that are now completely inaccessible. It appears that the developer has no Interest in fixing it. I’ll chock up my losses and if I want to see builds of models or find modeling tips I guess I’ll just have to use the internet...for free. I don’t know what I’ll do without being spammed on every other page with advertisements. Which ironically is why I thought you “pay” for a subscription to begin with, so as to avoid all the ads. These guys want the best of both worlds, my dollars and advertising dollars. Then not to even support the app that I have to pay for every month??? Yeah, I can see these guys going the way of the dinosaurs and it’s been a long time coming. ## Frequently asked questions about FineScale Modeler ### What is FineScale Modeler? FineScale Modeler is an application designed to teach users how to build and finish scale models of aircraft, armor, ships, and more. It provides clear articles covering assembly, painting, and finishing techniques for model kits. ### What kind of content does the app offer? The app offers detailed articles on building and painting models, unbiased reviews of newly released kits that have been tested for accuracy, product announcements, tips from experienced modelers, and a gallery of models submitted by readers. ### How much does FineScale Modeler cost? The app itself is free to download. Users can then purchase individual current and back issues of the magazine content within the app. There is also a subscription option available. ### Can I cancel my subscription? Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time by turning off auto-renewal in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during an active subscription period. ### What types of models can I learn to build with this app? The app focuses on teaching users how to build and finish scale models of aircraft, armor, and ships. It covers various techniques applicable to a wide range of model kits within these categories. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 14000.1.0 — 2026-02-18 Our new app that takes your reading experience to the next level: • Enjoy a User-friendly Design! • Explore Section: Read articles before making a purchase • Easily toggle between reading modes • Engage with the Text-to-Speech feature • Effortlessly search across all issues • Create an Account: Log in and access your content seamlessly across platforms • Choose between Light and Dark mode ### 7.1.2 — 2024-03-13 Bug fixes and optimizations for the latest version of iOS. ### 7.0.8 — 2020-03-05 - Bug fixes and optimizations for the latest versions of iOS. ### 7.0.3 — 2019-09-16 - New design to unify the desktop and mobile experience. - All previously downloaded issues will need to be re-downloaded with this major update. - Native iPhone X family compatibility. - New Menu: Allows quick access to all views in the app from top left toolbar Menu. - Bug fixes and optimizations for the latest versions of iOS. ### 6.6.3 — 2019-03-13 - New design to unify the desktop and mobile experience. - All previously downloaded issues will need to be re-downloaded with this major update. Current subscribers: - Tap lock icon to login OR tap money icon and circular arrow to restore previous purchases. New users: - Money icons allow subscribe via in-app purchase. Additional updates: - Added New Menu: Allows quick access to all views in the app from the Issue Gallery (Hub). 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-06.*