Steam Railway: Trains

Steam Railway: Trains

News, features and events

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22 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 1, 2013
  • September 23, 2025

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Explore the world of steam railways with news, features, and historical content. Access exclusive member rewards, discounts, and a vast archive of past issues. Enjoy articles with audio options and switch between digital and magazine views.

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What's New in Steam Railway

8.12

September 23, 2025

UX improvements.

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User reviews

Logged in once, now I can’t get access

Managed to log in once, now I can’t seem to log in ever again. Even the website won’t send a verification code. I would avoid this app and certainly don’t try to buy a digital subscription, just get a paper copy in the post. It’s 2025 and Bauer can’t build an app properly!

Digital Subscription

I was given a Digital Subscription as a gift from my son this Christmas. I was notified of the gift, but no instructions or contact details whatsoever were attached. Since then, I have been unable to access any part of the magazine and have been involved in endless correspondence with the publishers. Accounts have been re-set, log ins reloaded, Apps deleted and uploaded again with no result. I have asked for the subscription to be cancelled and the payment returned to my son. Never Again.
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Response from developer

Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We take our customers' wishes very seriously and we are sorry that we have not met your expectations. We have discussed the problem you mentioned with our developers and are working on a solution. In this way, we want to ensure that our high standards are always met in the future.

Slow, badly designed and full of bugs

The magazine is great but the app… I am so done with it.

Bugs left right and centre, some of which I reported 2+ years ago but in short: you can guarantee that whilst you’re reading, you’ll turn a page and the next spread will just be totally blank. Won’t load, nothing you can do will make it load.

The featured stories on the app homepage sometimes change with every issue but sometimes sit there for 3-4 months and the archive section appears to be the only way to actually read the whole magazine, the rest of the app is just a jumbled selection.

Not only that but half the time the app is just ridiculously slow to load even on a high speed internet connection.

Great magazine but the rebuilt app launched last year (I think?) solved literally none of the problems and managed to create more. If I could digitally subscribe any other way, I would
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Response from developer

Hi A12345L, thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We regret that you have technical problems with the app. We strive to improve our apps with every update. If you have further problems, you can send us an email to appsupport_de@bauermedia.com. Kind regards

Great Articles Month after Month

I’ve really enjoyed this subscription. It continues to provide up to date articles on the various Heritage Railways while addressing issues that affect all Heritage Railway enthusiasts.

Response from developer

Thank you for your positive feedback! We appreciate your kind words and are very pleased that you had a great experience with us. We strive to provide the best customer service and we are pleased to hear that we succeeded. Thank you again!

Steam Railway

Don’t like new format. No sense of reading a magazine. How to use this app didn’t load!

Response from developer

Hi RogerJHS, thank you for taking the time to send in your feedback. We are sorry to hear you are not enjoying the new format. If you are looking to the old format of the magazine, this is not lost and can be found in the archive section of the app. We would be happy to assist with any other questions, if you reach out to us at appsupport_uk@bauermedia.com and hope that you will be able to enjoy the digital magazine! Kind regards, your app team

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FAQ

What kind of content does Steam Railway offer?

Steam Railway provides the latest news from the world of steam, topical and informative features, historical and archive material, and dedicated columns on various steam scenes. It also includes reviews of railway books and information on model railways.

What are the benefits of becoming a Steam Railway member?

As a member, you get immediate access to all content, unlimited access to the archive, highlighted articles from the editor, and member-only rewards like discounts, prizes, and freebies. This includes exclusive content and insights from industry leaders.

Can I read articles offline with Steam Railway?

The app allows you to save articles from the content feed to enjoy later, suggesting offline reading capabilities. You can also browse all current and back issues, which can be accessed at your convenience.

What devices is Steam Railway optimized for?

Steam Railway is optimized for iOS 14 and up. It is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Users with older devices like iPad 1 or 2, iPad Mini 1, or iPhone 5 may experience performance issues.

How does the subscription for Steam Railway work?

Subscriptions automatically renew each billing period and are charged through your iTunes account 24 hours before the current cycle ends. You can turn off auto-renew in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before the current period expires.

Are there different subscription tiers for Steam Railway?

Yes, Steam Railway offers various subscription plans including monthly, 3-month, 6-month, and annual options. There is also a free trial available for the first month with some plans.

What is the update frequency for Steam Railway?

The app was last updated on September 23, 2025, indicating regular updates to content and features. The latest version is 8.12, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

Does Steam Railway offer refunds for subscriptions?

Refunds are not provided for any unused portion of the subscription term. You can cancel your subscription by turning off auto-renew in your iTunes account settings before the renewal date.