Comparison

Shopfriend Scanner vs RailControl Unit

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

Head to head
About

Shopfriend Scanner

Features
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Diese App kann nur von teilnehmenden Shops verwendet werden. Mit SF Scanner können Transaktionen von Shopfriend-Kunden durch Scannen ihrer digitalen Kundenkarte erfasst werden. Die App enthält auch eine Übersicht der bereits gescannten Transaktionen. Mehr Infos unter www.shopfriend.app.

About

RailControl Unit

Features
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a retro-inspired model train controller. RailControl Unit connects wirelessly to your Märklin CS2 or CS3, giving you control over your locomotives and accessories. Fun Retro Control Experience Designed to mirror the look and feel of the Märklin Control Unit of the eighties and nineties, you're controlling your model trains the way they were meant to be controlled back in the day. Multiple Module Support - Control Unit – Your main locomotive controller with speed slider, direction control, and function buttons - Control 80 f – Add up to 9 additional controllers for multi-train operation - Keyboard – Switch turnouts and control accessories with up to 16 keyboard modules - Transformer – Just for fun, because every lay out needs it Key Features - Imitates the workings of the Märklin digital system to the smallest detail - Connect via your local network to your Märklin Central Station - Support for MM, MFX, and DCC decoder protocols for both locs and accessories - Real-time speed and direction control - Function buttons F0-F4 for lights and sounds - Stop/Go button on Control Unit and Control 80 f Multi-Platform Use RailControl Unit on iPhone for handheld control or on iPad for a larger view. Free to Try The Control Unit module is free forever. Unlock all additional modules with a single one-time purchase – no subscriptions. Requires a Märklin Central Station 2 or Central Station 3 with network connectivity. Märklin and Central Station are trademarks of Gebr. Märklin & Cie GmbH, registered in the U.S. and other countries. RailControl Unit is not affiliated in any way with Gebr. Märklin & Cie GmbH.

Screenshots

Shopfriend Scanner3 screens
RailControl Unit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shopfriend Scanner at none against RailControl Unit's 1. Shopfriend Scanner also leads on iOS requirement (15.5.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support 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. RailControl Unit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Shopfriend Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Shopfriend Scanner versus RailControl Unit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShopfriend ScannerRailControl Unit
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB5 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developerpaycentive AGBoterham

In-app purchases

None

Shopfriend Scanner

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

RailControl Unit

One-time1
  • Unlock All Modules$2.99

Questions

Is Shopfriend Scanner free?
Shopfriend Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RailControl Unit free?
RailControl Unit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shopfriend Scanner or RailControl Unit have ads?
Neither Shopfriend Scanner nor RailControl Unit shows ads.

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