# Flying Scale Models vs FineScale Modeler

The clearest difference is rating: Flying Scale Models at 4.5 against FineScale Modeler's 2.0. Flying Scale Models also leads on review sentiment (17% vs 2%) and iOS requirement (11.2 vs 13.0). FineScale Modeler's advantage is ratings volume (27 vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flying Scale Models sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per 6 months and FineScale Modeler sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flying Scale Models holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 27 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Flying Scale Models's written reviews are positive against 2% of FineScale Modeler's.

Flying Scale Models ships an update every 7 months, FineScale Modeler every 6 months. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flying Scale Models | FineScale Modeler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flying-scale-models/id489151886/reviews)** | [2.0 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finescale-modeler/id640180896/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **27** |
| Positive reviews | **16.7% of reviews** | 2.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 6 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 63 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.2** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Doolittle Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545366363) | [Flying Media Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600548072) |

## What reviewers say

### Flying Scale Models

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flying-scale-models/id489151886)

This app offers a monthly publication for enthusiasts of historic scale aircraft replicas. It features model plans, building techniques, product reviews, and community news. Users can purchase individual issues or subscribe for ongoing access.

**Highlights:** Scale model plans for historic aircraft, Building and flying techniques, Product reviews and tests, Aeromodelling community news, Event reports and photographs, Techno Modelling internet features

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flying Scale Models Magazine | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Flying Scale Models Magazine | $39.99 | per year |
| June 2012 (id:736439) | $4.99 | one-time |
| July 2012 (id:735317) | $4.99 | one-time |
| August 2012 (id:735405) | $4.99 | one-time |
| September 2012 (id:735817) | $4.99 | one-time |
| October 2012 (id:736440) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May-14 (id:737233) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 (id:735777) | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 2013 (id:736264) | $4.99 | one-time |
| July 200 (id:749910) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Oct 22 (id:776929) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Oct 203 (id:749916) | $4.99 | one-time |
| September 2013 (id:736170) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Nov 19 (id:768126) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May 20 (id:772438) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Oct 23 (id:702340) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Aug 20 (id:772432) | $4.99 | one-time |


### FineScale Modeler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finescale-modeler/id640180896)

Learn to build and finish detailed scale models of aircraft, armor, and ships. Access articles on assembly and painting, plus reviews of new kits and expert tips. Features a gallery showcasing reader creations.

**Highlights:** Model building tutorials, Assembly and painting guides, Kit reviews, Product announcements, Expert tips, Reader model gallery

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FineScale Modeler | $3.99 | per month |
| FineScale Modeler | $39.95 | per year |
| July 2013 | $5.99 | one-time |
| March 2014 | $5.99 | one-time |
| April 2016 | $6.99 | one-time |
| May 2016 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Build Better Models | $7.99 | one-time |
| Build Better Models 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| The Ultimate Guide to Finishing | $9.99 | one-time |
| Experts Guide to Superdetailing | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flying Scale Models free?

Flying Scale Models is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FineScale Modeler free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Flying Scale Models or FineScale Modeler?

Flying Scale Models is rated higher. Flying Scale Models averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while FineScale Modeler averages 2.0 from 27 ratings.

### Do Flying Scale Models or FineScale Modeler have ads?

Neither Flying Scale Models nor FineScale Modeler shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flying Scale Models or FineScale Modeler?

Flying Scale Models ships an update every 7 months, and FineScale Modeler every 6 months. Most recently, Flying Scale Models was updated on September 27, 2026 and FineScale Modeler on September 27, 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.*