TouchCab

TouchCab

DCC Model Railway Control

7 ratings
13 reviews
$9.99

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Control your DCC model railroad wirelessly from your iPhone or iPod touch. Manage locomotives, speed, functions, and switches with a user-friendly interface. Compatible with ESU, Märklin, and Lenz command stations.

Wireless DCC model railroad control
Control locomotives and their functions
Manage speed and train routes
Operate switches and signals
Alphabetical listing of locomotives and accessories
Switchable left/right-handed operation
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What's New in TouchCab

1.8.4

September 12, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Updated UI to be more inline with the current iOS. Built for 64 Bit. ECoS Auto Discovery. Various other bugs were squished.

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User reviews

Doesn't connect

Doesn't connect to command station despite correct IP address. Other app EcoS Cab connects fine. Waste of $10!

Does not connect

Not a great app. Waste of money. Would not connect. Put in esu cab control address and port. Nothing

An excellent wireless throttle I highly recommend!

Touchcab is an excellent app, really easy to use and intuitive. To govern speed, you simply slide your finger across the triangular shaped icon. Tapping on the OK button at the top right is emergency stop. You can set it to shut down just that locomotive or the entire system. Tapping on the green arrow at upper left changes direction. You can assign functions with icons to each F button and set a maximum speed which makes it pretty intuitive. You can configure all your locomotives in Touchcab on one iPhone and share that setup with the others on the same system. I use it with a Lenz LZV100 command unit connected via ethernet cable to a Lenz 23151 Ethernet interface which is connected via ethernet cable to a dedicated Apple Airport extreme base station. I highly recommend this app and look forward to the next version!
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Waist of time

Just another app that doesn’t work properly.

excellent app

Excellent app. I've been using it on and off for years and have had no problems through several upgrades.

FAQ

What command stations does TouchCab support?

TouchCab supports ESU ECoS (v1.1.3+), ESU ECoS 2 (v3.2.0+), Märklin Central Station (v2.0.4+), and Lenz v3.6 command stations with a Lenz XpressNet Interface.

Can I try TouchCab before buying?

Yes, there is a feature-limited free version called TouchCab Free available, built on the same code base, allowing you to test its functionality.

What are the system requirements for TouchCab?

You need a digital model railway with a compatible DCC command station, a network connection to the command station, and a wireless connection to your iPhone or iPod touch.

How do I control my trains with TouchCab?

You can tap or drag the speed wedge to control train speed, double-tap the halt button to stop all trains, and swipe function buttons to access locomotive functions above F7.

Does TouchCab have ads?

The provided data does not specify if TouchCab contains advertisements. However, the paid model suggests it is likely ad-free.

What is the age rating for TouchCab?

TouchCab is rated 4+ by Apple, making it suitable for users of all ages.

How often is TouchCab updated?

The latest version, 1.8.4, was released on September 12, 2017. This indicates infrequent updates in recent years.

What is the user sentiment for TouchCab?

TouchCab has an average rating of 2.1 stars from 7 ratings, suggesting a mixed to negative user reception.