Comparison

TrainSpotting vs Kennet Player

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TrainSpotting

Log train sightings with detailed information including type, date, location, and photos. Track full journeys and analyze your data in various ways. Syncs across devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Log train sightings with details
  • Track full journeys with Haulage feature
  • Extensive locomotive database
  • View and analyze data by date/location
  • Import data via CSV
  • iCloud synchronization
Features
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TrainSpotting is the ultimate user-friendly and VoiceOver-compatible app built by a dedicated train enthusiast. The app replaces traditional paper records with an extensive and regularly updated database of locomotives, including diesel, electric and preserved mainline steam, as well as Diesel and Electric Units, all London Underground stock, and increasing numbers of preserved and scrapped vehicles. Trams and loco-hauled coaching stock are also included. Narrow gauge locomotives (steam and diesel) above 2’0” in the UK are covered, along with diesel fleets in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The app allows you to quickly log sightings with just a number, or enhance entries with date, location (including three-letter station codes), photos, and notes. The Haulage feature enables full journey logging including departure and arrival locations and times, making it ideal for RailMiles users. Your data can be viewed and analysed in multiple ways by date, location, or class, and you can choose to include or exclude scrapped locomotives. Existing data can also be imported in bulk via CSV. All data is synchronised securely across your devices using iCloud, including any photos you add. Premium Subscription The app is free to download. An optional subscription unlocks the full Premium Service database, which is updated regularly (typically every two weeks) and supports ongoing development of the app. Monthly and annual subscription options available 1-month free trial for new subscribers Special Offer for ICRS Members Eligible Intercity Railway Society members can redeem a unique code within the app to receive 3 months free access to the Premium Service. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Kennet Player

Features
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Take Kennet Radio with you wherever you go! With our brand-new app, you can browse our schedule, stream live shows, and message the studio — no phone numbers needed.

Screenshots

TrainSpotting4 screens
Kennet Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kennet Player at none against TrainSpotting's 2. TrainSpotting's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 24 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TrainSpotting sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Kennet Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TrainSpotting ships an update every 4 days, Kennet Player every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TrainSpotting versus Kennet Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrainSpottingKennet Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 24 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size334 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImagekings Limitedredio.co

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TrainSpotting

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Purchase$1.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Year
None

Kennet Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TrainSpotting free?
TrainSpotting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kennet Player free?
Kennet Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TrainSpotting or Kennet Player have ads?
Neither TrainSpotting nor Kennet Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TrainSpotting or Kennet Player?
TrainSpotting ships an update every 4 days, and Kennet Player every 24 months. Most recently, TrainSpotting was updated on November 11, 2026 and Kennet Player on November 3, 2026.

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