Comparison

Model Military International vs Model Engineer

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

Head to head
About

Model Military International

This app offers in-depth articles and visual guides for model builders of all skill levels. Discover the latest kit reviews, building techniques, painting tips, and industry news from experts.

Highlights
  • Latest kit reviews
  • Step-by-step building guides
  • Painting and tool tips
  • Accessory and paint features
  • Diorama building articles
  • Industry news and previews
Features
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The highest quality modelling always features in Model Military, along with the very best model builders in the world showing techniques and how to improve skills has made this title the world’s favourite. All the very latest kits hit the pages first in Model Military and the step by step photography and descriptions are un-rivalled. Kits from all manufacturers feature and the latest accessories, paints and tools are regularly featured. If you want to improve your skills – Model Military reveals the secrets and tips from the experts with clear step by step photography. Regulars include: Latest kit reviews Book and DVD reviews Painting and building tips Accessories and add-on reviews Diorama building and features Show reports Insider industry news Sneak previews of upcoming releases Step-by-step, illustrated model building articles Reference photos and information Colours and markings Competitions to win free Model stuff Wanting to know the latest news on kit reviews and improve your modelling skills? Add this to the best models on show and a leading Editorial team and Model Military is a must read ---------------------------------------------- This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase. -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. -Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. -If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com -------------------- You can find our privacy policy here: http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx You can find our terms and conditions here: http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

About

Model Engineer

Explore the world of mechanical models, from vintage steam locomotives to modern engineering marvels. Access constructional articles, technique guides, and prototype profiles. Published 26 times a year, this app offers current and back issues for purchase.

Highlights
  • Constructional articles
  • Technique and tool guides
  • Prototype profiles
  • Current and back issue purchases
  • Digital subscription options
  • Cross-platform access via pocketmags account
Features
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Model Engineer is a great way to stay informed of everything to do with working mechanical models. With over 100 years of experience to draw on, Model Engineer covers everything from classic steam locomotives to cutting-edge modern developments in scale engineering. Regular content includes constructional articles, features on the best techniques and tools available and profiles of full-size modelling subject prototypes. Model Engineer magazine publishes 26 great issues a year. ---------------------------------------------- This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase. -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. -Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. -If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com -------------------- You can find our privacy policy here: http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx You can find our terms and conditions here: http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

Screenshots

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Model Engineer1 screens

Verdict

The call

Model Military International and Model Engineer both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Model Engineer's written reviews are positive against 23% of Model Military International's. Model Engineer also leads on iOS requirement (11.2 vs 13.0). Model Military International's advantage is update cadence (every 6 months vs every 16 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Model Military International sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 6 months and Model Engineer sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $22.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Model Military International holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 12 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 23% of Model Military International's written reviews are positive against 50% of Model Engineer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Model Military International ships an update every 6 months, Model Engineer every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Model Military International versus Model Engineer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModel Military InternationalModel Engineer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (21 ratings) — better4.4 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews22.7% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDoolittle Media LtdMortons Media Group Ltd

Customer experience

Model Military International

All ratings21 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive22.7%
Neutral27.3%
Negative50.0%

Model Engineer

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Model Military International

Subscriptions2
  • Model Military International$19.996 Months
  • Model Military International1 Month trial$34.991 Year
One-time13
  • 61 (id:363165)$3.99
  • 62 (id:404158)$3.99
  • 64 (id:404162)$3.99
Show 10 more
  • 69 (id:404172)$3.99
  • 71 (id:363528)$3.99
  • 77 (id:369273)$3.99
  • 81 (id:363221)$3.99
  • 84 (id:362751)$3.99
  • 117 (id:410999)$3.99
  • 217 (pp:992553)$4.99
  • 227 (pp:1083351)$4.99
  • 224 (pp:1083355)$4.99
  • 220 (pp:992535)$4.99
15 purchases

Model Engineer

Subscriptions3
  • Model Engineer Auto-Renewable Subscriptions1 Month trial$22.993 Months
  • Model Engineer Auto-Renewable Subscriptions1 Month trial$44.996 Months
  • Model Engineer Auto-Renewable Subscriptions1 Month trial$51.991 Year
One-time12
  • Vol. 209 No. 4438 (id:377458)$3.99
  • 4528 (id:413119)$3.99
  • 4529 (id:413121)$3.99
Show 9 more
  • 4536 (id:413135)$3.99
  • 4540 (id:413143)$3.99
  • 4670 (id:493511)$3.99
  • 4527 (id:370106)$3.99
  • 4525 (id:379801)$3.99
  • No. 214 Vol. 4506 (id:403682)$3.99
  • 4582 (id:450649)$3.99
  • 25 Years of Mod... (id:799136)$6.99
  • The Best of Mod... (id:807404)$7.99

Questions

Is Model Military International free?
Model Military International is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Model Engineer free?
Model Engineer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Model Military International or Model Engineer?
Model Military International is rated higher. Model Military International averages 4.6 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Model Engineer averages 4.4 from 12 ratings.
Do Model Military International or Model Engineer have ads?
Neither Model Military International nor Model Engineer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Model Military International or Model Engineer?
Model Military International ships an update every 6 months, and Model Engineer every 16 months. Most recently, Model Military International was updated on September 7, 2026 and Model Engineer on September 4, 2026.

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