# EZ vs Lionel Cab3

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lionel Cab3 at every 3 weeks against EZ's every 8 months. Lionel Cab3 also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). EZ's advantage is review sentiment (46% vs 27%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.6 for EZ against 3.6 for Lionel Cab3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 72 and 56 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of EZ's written reviews are positive against 27% of Lionel Cab3's.

EZ ships an update every 8 months, Lionel Cab3 every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | EZ | Lionel Cab3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ez-peak-live/id1190143875/reviews) | **[3.6 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lionel-cab3/id1606814421/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **72** | 56 |
| Positive reviews | **45.9% of reviews** | 27.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 42 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Traxxas](https://appshunter.io/developer/474948766) | [Lionel, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/616773170) |

## What reviewers say

### EZ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ez-peak-live/id1190143875)

This app wirelessly connects to a compatible battery charger, transforming your mobile device into a control center. Monitor charging status, adjust settings remotely, and receive alerts for up to four chargers. It simplifies charging for both iD-equipped and non-iD batteries with an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Wireless Bluetooth connection to charger, Remote charge status monitoring, Adjust manual charge settings, Receive charge completion alerts, View LiPo cell voltages, Passcode protected iD-Only mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Lionel Cab3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lionel-cab3/id1606814421)

Control your Lionel model trains directly via Bluetooth or by connecting to the Base3 command system. Experience enhanced control and unlock the full capabilities of your locomotives.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth locomotive control, One-to-one pairing, Base3 system interface, Unlock full train potential, Direct locomotive control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EZ free?

EZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Lionel Cab3 free?

Lionel Cab3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EZ or Lionel Cab3?

Lionel Cab3 is rated higher. EZ averages 3.6 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Lionel Cab3 averages 3.6 from 56 ratings.

### Do EZ or Lionel Cab3 have ads?

Neither EZ nor Lionel Cab3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EZ or Lionel Cab3?

EZ ships an update every 8 months, and Lionel Cab3 every 3 weeks. Most recently, EZ was updated on October 24, 2026 and Lionel Cab3 on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*