# Scalextric SparkPlug — Wireless Scalextric Control

> Wireless Scalextric car control app with smart device and controller integration. (iPhone/iPad app by Hornby Hobbies Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scalextric-sparkplug/id1373752588 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hornby Hobbies Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/870599697)
- Category: Games, Sports, Family, Racing
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 194 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2019-11-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scalextric-sparkplug/id1373752588/reviews.md

## What is Scalextric SparkPlug?

Spark Plug is the latest innovation from Scalextric which allows you to race your car using a mobile device or wireless controller (both sold separately).

Simply plug the Spark Plug dongle into your Scalextric analogue powerbase, rather than a traditional hand controller, and race away. No more wires!

Smart Device in app features include:
• Single Player or Versus Mode options.
• Option to use smart device vs hand controller on single player option.
• Function to BOOST your own and RESTRICT your opponent’s speed.
• Rumble and sound effects.

Personalise your race profile within app and racing experience:
• Name.
• Include your image from your library or camera.
• Controller skin.
• Select music from either the app or your own library.
• Engine sound
• Button layout – right-handed or left-handed option.

Wireless Controller in app features include:
• Select between 5 pre-set throttle profiles.
Control, Drive, Sport, Race or Nitro!
• Create and customize your own controller profile.

To use this App, you must purchase either a Spark Plug Dongle (C8333) or Wireless Controller (C8336).


Scalextric Spark Plug is compatible with Scalextric 1:32 scale power bases.

## Key features

- Wireless smart device control
- Wireless controller support
- Single player and versus modes
- Speed boost and restrict functions
- Customizable race profiles
- Sound and rumble effects
- Adjustable button layout

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scalextric-sparkplug/id1373752588/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Won’t connect

*2026-01-18, version 1.3*

I’ve bought 2 of these to play with my son and neither will connect to our phones…I’ve tried 4 different iPhones with no luck at all…really frustrating. Whatever the issue is its need fixing..who wants to spend good money on something that doesn’t work!

### 3/5 — NEEDS SOME FIXING

*2025-02-05*

At least you can control the cars but the extra featureds work poorly at best. I created a character and everytime I choose it the app crashes and in order to erase it I had to erase the app. The sound effects don't work in my iphone...and the list goes on and on. I believe all are minor things the can be fixed easily. As a controller goes the app does its job.

### 1/5 — Batman vs joker race set

*2024-12-13, version 1.3*

Batman vs joker race set will not connect at all the spark plug just flashes green that is all

### 1/5 — Scalextric spark plug

*2024-04-05, version 1.2.6*

ALERT 🚨FELLOW PEOPLE

Please don’t waist your money on something that will lose connection and FAIL it is terrible and does not even work don’t bother with buying the spark plug let alone the app 

JUST DON’T GET IT

### 1/5 — Why is the age 17+ for a kids toy

*2023-02-05, version 1.2.6*

This app is useless and renders the scalextric useless as the kids cannot have their app on the iPad. Why??

### 5/5 — Perfect app

*2022-12-31, version 1.2.6*

This app seems to connect perfect? I’m not sure why other people are saying it doesn’t work it works absolutely fine when I try and connect it

### 1/5 — Why??

*2022-12-25, version 1.2.6*

Why would you require an app to drive these cars?  The suggested ages are 6 years old. … 6yo don’t have phones.  Half the appeal of scalextrix is pulling the button on the remote. What an awful change to the product. Zero stars.

### 5/5 — Does what it needs to

*2022-01-03, version 1.2.6*

Not sure why other reviews talk about not wasting your money...it’s a free app 🤷‍♀️

Downloaded this to control our new Scalextric set and it seems to work absolutely fine.

### 1/5 — Useless, doesn’t connect.

*2021-12-27, version 1.2.6*

Never connects with anyone’s phones. Tried unplugging and plugging back in, turning blue tooth off and on. Doesn’t connect. Don’t waste your money

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2021-12-22*

This is anything except simply plug in. Bottom line the spark plug dongles do not work. They have very vague instructions. No step by step guide or video to show you how to even get the dongles to at least flash green. They have nothing to help you. Product and app is GARBAGE.

## Frequently asked questions about Scalextric SparkPlug

### What is Scalextric SparkPlug?

Scalextric SparkPlug is an app that allows you to control your Scalextric cars wirelessly using a smart device or a dedicated wireless controller. It replaces the traditional hand controller with a wire-free solution.

### Do I need to buy anything else to use Scalextric SparkPlug?

Yes, to use the app, you must purchase either a Spark Plug Dongle (C8333) or a Wireless Controller (C8336) separately. The app itself is free to download.

### What devices is Scalextric SparkPlug compatible with?

Scalextric SparkPlug is compatible with Scalextric 1:32 scale power bases. The app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Can I customize my racing experience with Scalextric SparkPlug?

Yes, you can personalize your race profile by adding your name, image, selecting controller skins, choosing music, engine sounds, and adjusting the button layout for right or left-handed use.

### Does Scalextric SparkPlug offer multiplayer options?

Yes, the app includes Single Player or Versus Mode options, allowing you to race against an opponent.

### What are the different throttle profiles available with the wireless controller?

When using the wireless controller, you can select between 5 pre-set throttle profiles: Control, Drive, Sport, Race, or Nitro. You can also create and customize your own controller profiles.

### How often is Scalextric SparkPlug updated?

The latest version of Scalextric SparkPlug is 1.3, which was last updated on June 24, 2024. Updates typically include bug fixes and feature enhancements.

### What is the age rating for Scalextric SparkPlug?

Scalextric SparkPlug has an age rating of 17+. This rating is determined by the content and complexity of the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3 — 2024-06-24

- Support for the new Spark Plug Wireless Controller

### 1.2.6 — 2021-02-11

Fixed a bug when changing the App skin would stop the connection to SparkPlug from working

### 1.2.5 — 2020-09-16

Translation bug fixes

### 1.2.4 — 2020-09-14

- Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.2.3 — 2020-06-16

Bespoke DC themes skin, so you can pick your favourite hero or villain in Gotham.  For use with our new Batman Vs Joker set.

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