# Model Boats Mag

> Monthly magazine for model boat builders, covering scale and radio-controlled models. (iPhone/iPad app by Mortons Media Group Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-boats-mag/id585240780 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mortons Media Group Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/510309961)
- Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-12-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-boats-mag/id585240780/reviews.md

## What is Model Boats Mag?

First published nearly 50 years ago, this is ideal monthly reading if you love building model boats. Covering every type of model boat including warships, tugs, lifeboats and historical ships, with a special emphasis placed on scale modelling and radio controlled boats. Each issue features kit and model reviews, show reports, news from the boat modelling world and regular expert columns. Model Boats magazine publishes 13 great issues a year.

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues.

Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase.

-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product.
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period.
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased.
-If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged.

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account.

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved.
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.

If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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## Key features

- Model boat kit and review features
- Show reports and industry news
- Expert columns on model boat building
- Coverage of warships, tugs, and historical ships
- Emphasis on scale modelling
- Focus on radio-controlled boats

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Model Boats Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $47.99 | per year |
| Model Boats Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $26.99 | per 6 months |
| Model Boats Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $12.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2013 (id:796069) | $5.99 | one-time |
| June 2013 (id:796245) | $5.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 (id:796010) | $5.99 | one-time |
| February 2013 (id:796101) | $5.99 | one-time |
| January 2013 (id:796185) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Model Boats Maker World | $6.99 | one-time |
| World of Model ... (id:798021) | $6.99 | one-time |
| July 2015 (id:792768) | $5.99 | one-time |
| April 2022 (id:780911) | $5.99 | one-time |
| September 2013 (id:796246) | $5.99 | one-time |
| June 2023 (pp:954985) | $5.99 | one-time |
| September 2019 (id:787170) | $5.99 | one-time |
| October 2019 (id:787168) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Oct-20 (id:785407) | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-boats-mag/id585240780/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Model Boats

*2021-01-15, version 6.4.0*

This app works very well, it’s nice to have a digital version of this magazine because you can zoom in on some details to get a clearer view, which you normally need a magnifying glass with the paper version, & you can keep a back issue library all in one place, more convenient very pleased.

### 5/5 — Ex Pom

*2018-12-27*

As an ex Pom living in Australia, I have had the occasional problem getting a copy of model boats from my local news agent and when I got it, it was usually two months out of date. Annual subscription sorted the issue. 
Recommend it to anyone

### 5/5 — Works well

*2018-12-25, version 6.0.0*

Works well with no problem. Excellent way to read my magazines

### 4/5 — Model ships & boats in English!

*2017-12-14*

Factual, informative & easy reading. Wish I could download the free plans. Worth the money, thanks

### 1/5 — Bad service

*2013-09-27*

Paid over a week ago with payment confirmation but still dont have digital magazine and every email takes at least two days to get answer and problem does not get solved

### 3/5 — Not as good as it could be

*2013-07-24*

Model Boats is a great magazine, and I'd give the magazine itself 4 stars, but the download version gets 3 because there's no option to get the plans included with the print version. I'd love to just get the e-version and save having the paper copies accumulating in the house, but I like to build models, so the plans are a huge attraction. Please come up with a way for purchasers of the e-version to get the model plans.

### 5/5 — Model boats on iPad

*2013-03-08*

Great app for iPad.....well done model boats.

## Frequently asked questions about Model Boats Mag

### What types of model boats does Model Boats Mag cover?

Model Boats Mag covers a wide range of model boats, including warships, tugs, lifeboats, and historical ships. It places a special emphasis on scale modelling and radio-controlled boats.

### How often is Model Boats Mag published?

Model Boats Mag publishes 13 issues per year. The app provides monthly reading content for enthusiasts of model boat building.

### Can I purchase individual issues of Model Boats Mag?

Yes, within the app, users can purchase the current issue as well as back issues of Model Boats Mag. This allows you to access specific content you might have missed.

### What are the subscription options for Model Boats Mag?

Model Boats Mag offers auto-renewable subscriptions for 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year periods, with prices ranging from $12.99 to $47.99. Each subscription includes a 1-month free trial.

### How do I cancel my Model Boats Mag subscription?

You can turn off auto-renewal for your subscription through your Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period. Cancellation must be done more than 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### Does Model Boats Mag have ads?

Yes, Model Boats Mag contains advertisements. These ads are integrated within the app experience.

### Can I access my Model Boats Mag purchases on multiple devices?

Yes, by registering for or logging into a pocketmags account in-app, you can protect your issues and browse your purchases on multiple platforms. This ensures you don't lose access if you switch devices.

### What is the age rating for Model Boats Mag?

Model Boats Mag has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide audience, including younger users with adult supervision.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.2.2 — 2023-07-13

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.0.27 — 2022-04-01

New and improved app homepage
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.4.0 — 2020-11-05

New and improved app homepage
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.0.0 — 2018-05-31

Improved reading experience
iPhone X support
Bug fixes and other improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.89 — 2016-01-07

Fix for issue download problems on iOS9 when on older app versions
General bug fixes and performance improvements
New iPhone layout

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

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