# Radio Control Model Flyer vs Wi

The clearest difference is rating: Wi at 3.7 against Radio Control Model Flyer's 1.0. Wi also leads on ratings volume (24 vs 1) and review sentiment (36% vs 27%). Radio Control Model Flyer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.2 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Radio Control Model Flyer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 6 months and Wi sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Wi holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wi has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Radio Control Model Flyer's written reviews are positive against 36% of Wi's.

Radio Control Model Flyer ships an update every 4 months, Wi every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Radio Control Model Flyer | Wi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radio-control-model-flyer/id393832969/reviews) | **[3.7 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wi-fi-dcs/id988168329/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **24** |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | **36.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 63 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.2** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Doolittle Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545366363) | [Mike's Train House, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/988168328) |

## What reviewers say

### Radio Control Model Flyer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radio-control-model-flyer/id393832969)

This app provides comprehensive coverage of radio-controlled model aircraft, from jets to rubber-powered planes. It offers reviews of the latest kits and accessories, building tips, and guidance for both beginners and experienced modelers.

**Highlights:** Latest kit and RC equipment reviews, Plans to build models, Building tips and how-to articles, Learning to fly features, Show reports and industry news, Competitions to win RC items

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Radio Control Model Flyer | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Radio Control Model Flyer | $34.99 | per year |
| May 11 (id:403992) | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2011 (id:403994) | $3.99 | one-time |
| July 2011 (id:403997) | $3.99 | one-time |
| September 2011 (id:404000) | $3.99 | one-time |
| October 2011 (id:404002) | $3.99 | one-time |
| May 2012 (id:366043) | $3.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 (id:362756) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2012 August | $4.99 | one-time |


### Wi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wi-fi-dcs/id988168329)

Control your model railroad with an iOS device. This app offers comprehensive and innovative control for M.T.H. Digital Command System (DCS) and can also manage TMCC® and Legacy® engines. It's designed for ease of use, allowing you to run multiple trains and control accessories.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive model railroad control, Run MTH ProtoSound 2.0/3.0 locomotives, Control Atlas O® ProtoSound 3.0, Cross-platform control (TMCC®, Legacy®), Run multiple trains simultaneously, Control switches and accessories, Immersive sound and control features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Upgrade | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Radio Control Model Flyer free?

Radio Control Model Flyer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Wi free?

Wi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Radio Control Model Flyer or Wi?

Wi is rated higher. Radio Control Model Flyer averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Wi averages 3.7 from 24 ratings.

### Do Radio Control Model Flyer or Wi have ads?

Neither Radio Control Model Flyer nor Wi shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Radio Control Model Flyer or Wi?

Radio Control Model Flyer ships an update every 4 months, and Wi every 3 months. Most recently, Radio Control Model Flyer was updated on October 8, 2026 and Wi on October 16, 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.*