# HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE vs Performance Mini

The clearest difference is rating: HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE at 5.0 against Performance Mini's 3.8. Performance Mini's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 6 months and Performance Mini sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Performance Mini has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE ships an update every 5 months, Performance Mini every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE | Performance Mini |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hobbyworld-magazine/id453024592/reviews)** | [3.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/performance-mini/id512535156/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| Positive reviews | — | 63.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.2 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339) | [Kelsey Publishing Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/551665757) |

## What reviewers say

### HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hobbyworld-magazine/id453024592)

This monthly magazine offers high-quality articles and photography on all types of models and scales. It features step-by-step guides for building and painting kits, reviews of the latest releases, and information on contests and events. It's ideal for enthusiasts looking to start or advance in the world of scale modeling.

**Highlights:** Model kit assembly guides, Painting tutorials, Latest product reviews, Contests and events coverage, High-quality photography, Scale model focus

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE | $36.99 | per year |
| QUARENTINE MODELS | $1.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 129 (id:354951) | $2.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 136 (id:354971) | $2.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 137 (id:354973) | $2.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 138 (id:354975) | $2.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 141 (id:354981) | $2.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 161 (id:355020) | $2.99 | one-time |
| HOBBYWORLD 199 (id:355097) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 6 back issue bundle | $19.99 | one-time |


### Performance Mini

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/performance-mini/id512535156)

This magazine app delivers the latest news, reviews, and tuning advice for modern MINI owners. It offers in-depth guides on buying, owning, and upgrading MINIs, with step-by-step instructions and maintenance tips.

**Highlights:** Latest MINI news and reviews, Feature car spotlights, Buying and owning advice, Tuning and upgrade guides, Maintenance tips, Step-by-step fitting instructions

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rule Breaker. (id:590126) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini May... (id:588599) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini JUL... (id:586928) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini Sep... (id:590555) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini Nov... (id:587162) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini Mar... (id:590175) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini May... (id:588285) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini Sep... (id:586927) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modern Mini Jul... (id:586929) | $5.99 | one-time |
| No.65 Hot topic... (id:590058) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Aug/Sept 2022 (id:691607) | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE free?

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

### Is Performance Mini free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE or Performance Mini?

HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE is rated higher. HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Performance Mini averages 3.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE or Performance Mini have ads?

HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE shows ads; Performance Mini does not.

### Which is updated more often, HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE or Performance Mini?

HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE ships an update every 5 months, and Performance Mini every 6 months. Most recently, HOBBYWORLD MAGAZINE was updated on September 27, 2026 and Performance Mini on September 18, 2026.

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