# Model Engineer

> A digital magazine covering mechanical models, engineering, and constructional articles. (iPhone/iPad app by Mortons Media Group Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-engineer/id584847270 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mortons Media Group Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/510309961)
- Category: Reference, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-12-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-engineer/id584847270/reviews.md

## What is Model Engineer?

Model Engineer is a great way to stay informed of everything to do with working mechanical models. With over 100 years of experience to draw on, Model Engineer covers everything from classic steam locomotives to cutting-edge modern developments in scale engineering. Regular content includes constructional articles, features on the best techniques and tools available and profiles of full-size modelling subject prototypes. Model Engineer magazine publishes 26 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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You can find our privacy policy here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx

You can find our terms and conditions here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

## Key features

- Constructional articles
- Technique and tool guides
- Prototype profiles
- Current and back issue purchases
- Digital subscription options
- Cross-platform access via pocketmags account

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Model Engineer Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $51.99 | per year |
| Model Engineer Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $44.99 | per 6 months |
| Model Engineer Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $22.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vol. 209 No. 4438 (id:377458) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Best of Mod... (id:807404) | $7.99 | one-time |
| 25 Years of Mod... (id:799136) | $6.99 | one-time |
| 4528 (id:413119) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4529 (id:413121) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4536 (id:413135) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4540 (id:413143) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4670 (id:493511) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4527 (id:370106) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4525 (id:379801) | $3.99 | one-time |
| No. 214 Vol. 4506 (id:403682) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4582 (id:450649) | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-engineer/id584847270/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good Magazine

*2018-08-24, version 6.0.0*

Excellent magazine for model engineering. Good mix of articles for things to build. Caters well for the newbies to experienced, advertises suppliers for materials and machinery.

### 5/5 — Enjoyable magazine

*2015-11-03, version 4.9.54*

I find this an excellent read with a good variety of articles

### 1/5 — Worthless with iOS 7

*2013-11-03*

Stay away from this app if you have iOS 7 on your device.  Constant crashing and if it can stay stable for two minutes, half the pages in each issue are missing.

### 5/5 — Good coverages

*2013-07-21*

Good coverage of model engineering topics, not biased to steam locomotives only. Covers workshop methods, events, project articles and where locomotives are concerned goes right down to small gauges. Would like to see some steam history of full size engines.

### 1/5 — Not free

*2013-01-22*

You have to pay. Advertised as free it is not. Save your money.

### 5/5 — Love it

*2012-12-23, version 4.9.4*

Just had to review this app and give it 5 stars. The guy who was complaining about to pay for the magazines!! Does he expect to walk into a newsagent and pick up a copy for free. Keep up the good work and great magazine and worth every penny... Do I get a free issue now (joking)

### 1/5 — It is not fee

*2012-12-20*

It is advertised as a free app but you still have to pay for each issue about $5.00.

### 1/5 — Con

*2012-12-20, version 4.9.4*

It's not free. It's £2.99 per copy. I'm fed up with publishers advertising apps that are free and are blatantly not. This is coming off my iPhone!!!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Model Engineer

### What is Model Engineer about?

Model Engineer is a digital magazine focused on working mechanical models, covering everything from classic steam locomotives to modern scale engineering. It features constructional articles, technique guides, and profiles of full-size prototypes.

### How often is Model Engineer published?

Model Engineer publishes 26 issues per year, providing regular content for enthusiasts.

### Can I buy individual issues of Model Engineer?

Yes, users can purchase the current issue and back issues directly within the app.

### What are the subscription options for Model Engineer?

Subscriptions are available for 3 months ($22.99), 6 months ($44.99), and 1 year ($51.99), all including a 1-month free trial. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled.

### How do I manage my Model Engineer subscription?

You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal through your Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period.

### Does Model Engineer have ads?

Yes, the app contains advertisements.

### Can I access my Model Engineer purchases on multiple devices?

Yes, by registering for or logging into a pocketmags account in-app, you can protect your issues and browse purchases across multiple platforms.

### What is the age rating for Model Engineer?

Model Engineer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience.

## 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 problem on iOS9
New iPhone layout
Bug fixes and performance improvements

We love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or questions please contact us: info@pocketmags.com

**Please note that once you update to iOS9 the Newsstand folder will turn into a standard app folder. You will now be able to move your magazine apps out of Newsstand, for example on to your homescreen.**

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