# RailPilot — Control model railroad via app

> Control model railroad via app (iPhone/iPad app by Eric Staedler.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railpilot/id6746725630 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eric Staedler](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818134874)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian
- Released: 2025-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-04-27
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railpilot/id6746725630/reviews.md

## What is RailPilot?

RailPilot – The smart control for your model railroad

RailPilot lets you control your model trains easily with your iPhone – fast, intuitive, and reliable. The app is specifically designed for use with the Z21 command station and offers a modern alternative to classic model railroad control.

Your locos, centrally stored
RailPilot stores all locomotive data on a server in your local network – hosted by you. This means your data always stays with you, and there’s no need to sync between devices: everyone on your network accesses the same collection.

At a glance:
	•	Train control via the Z21 command station
	•	Central locomotive management through a local server
	•	No need to transfer data between devices
	•	Easy, user-friendly interface
	•	Fast access to your entire locomotive fleet

Requirements:
	•	Z21 command station from Roco/Fleischmann
	•	Self-hosted RailPilot server on your local network

Get RailPilot now and upgrade your model railroad control system!


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.4 — 2026-03-30

Stability and performance improvements

### 1.3 — 2025-12-21

- The app now supports Liquid Glass.
- Improved layout on iPad.
- If a locomotive is selected that doesn’t have an image, a placeholder is shown.

### 1.1 — 2025-08-27

Visual improvements

### 1.0 — 2025-06-30

No release notes.

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