# Scale Aviation Modeller INT vs Modellers Reference Library

The clearest difference is rating: Modellers Reference Library at 5.0 against Scale Aviation Modeller INT's 4.4. Modellers Reference Library also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 33%). Scale Aviation Modeller INT's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scale Aviation Modeller INT sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Modellers Reference Library sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Modellers Reference Library holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scale Aviation Modeller INT has 29 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Scale Aviation Modeller INT's written reviews are positive against 67% of Modellers Reference Library's.

Scale Aviation Modeller INT ships an update every 10 months, Modellers Reference Library every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scale Aviation Modeller INT | Modellers Reference Library |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scale-aviation-modeller-int/id526682509/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modellers-reference-library/id531146250/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 8 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.2 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MA Publications Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545166685) | [Doolittle Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545366363) |

## What reviewers say

### Scale Aviation Modeller INT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scale-aviation-modeller-int/id526682509)

This app offers a monthly publication focused on aircraft modeling, featuring news, reviews, and build guides. It caters to enthusiasts of all skill levels, encouraging personal skill development. Users can purchase individual issues or subscribe for access.

**Highlights:** Monthly aviation modeling news, Kit reviews by expert enthusiasts, Full build features, Classic plastic section, In-app issue purchases, Subscription options available

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scale Aviation Mod | $2.99 | per month |
| Scale Aviation Mod | $22.99 | per 6 months |
| Scale Aviation Mod | $39.99 | per year |
| SAMI Vol 19 Iss... (id:373099) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 19 Iss... (id:373311) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 19 Iss... (id:371746) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 19 Iss... (id:375903) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 20 Iss... (id:374269) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 22 Iss... (id:416990) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 22 Iss... (id:417000) | $3.99 | one-time |
| SAMI Vol 26 Iss... (id:480272) | $3.99 | one-time |


### Modellers Reference Library

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modellers-reference-library/id531146250)

Access a vast digital library of model building guides and how-to catalogues for plastic models, military vehicles, aircraft, and radio-controlled cars. Discover books, including out-of-print titles, with new content added weekly. Purchases are protected and accessible across multiple devices via a pocketmags account.

**Highlights:** Digital model building guides, How-to catalogues, Covers plastic, military, aircraft, RC vehicles, Access out-of-print books, Weekly content updates, Cross-platform purchases via pocketmags

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cold War Aircra... (id:807515) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cold War Aircra... (id:807516) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Tamiya Spitfire... (id:807708) | $8.99 | one-time |
| How to Build th... (id:807832) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Tamiya 1:32 P-5... (id:809503) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Revell's 1:32 M... (id:809513) | $9.99 | one-time |
| B-17 Flying For... (id:809437) | $9.99 | one-time |
| How to Build th... (id:809545) | $10.99 | one-time |
| How to build Ta... (id:809558) | $10.99 | one-time |
| How To Build Ta... (id:809544) | $10.99 | one-time |
| Tamiya 1:32 Mos... (id:809547) | $10.99 | one-time |
| Tamiya Spitfire... (id:809548) | $10.99 | one-time |
| Revised Tamiya ... (id:809606) | $10.99 | one-time |
| PANAVIA TORNADO... (id:810017) | $12.99 | one-time |
| F-104 STARFIGHT... (id:810019) | $12.99 | one-time |
| The Modeller’s ... (id:810085) | $13.99 | one-time |
| Modelling an Ic... (id:810119) | $14.99 | one-time |
| Monogram's Cen... (pp:1001612) | $14.99 | one-time |
| How to Build th... (id:810129) | $14.99 | one-time |
| MCDONNELL F-4 ... (pp:1088169) | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scale Aviation Modeller INT free?

Scale Aviation Modeller INT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Modellers Reference Library free?

Modellers Reference Library is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scale Aviation Modeller INT or Modellers Reference Library?

Modellers Reference Library is rated higher. Scale Aviation Modeller INT averages 4.4 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Modellers Reference Library averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Scale Aviation Modeller INT or Modellers Reference Library have ads?

Neither Scale Aviation Modeller INT nor Modellers Reference Library shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scale Aviation Modeller INT or Modellers Reference Library?

Scale Aviation Modeller INT ships an update every 10 months, and Modellers Reference Library every 8 months. Most recently, Scale Aviation Modeller INT was updated on October 21, 2026 and Modellers Reference Library on October 15, 2026.

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