Model Aircraft Magazine vs Gunpla Log
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Model Aircraft Magazine
This app delivers in-depth articles on model aircraft building, including kit reviews, historical pieces, and expert photography. It caters to scale modelers with detailed information and visuals, offering a unique resource for enthusiasts.
- Kit builds and conversions
- Historical and reference articles
- Expert photography
- In-depth research
- Scale modeling focus
- Authoritative authors
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Model Aircraft Magazine is first and foremost a modellers magazine, mixing kit builds and conversions with historical and reference pieces, but with the focus always on information and images that will be of use to those building in scale. Regular authors include military historian Anthony Tucker-Jones, Jack Herris, whose WWI articles couple in-depth research with a seemingly inexhaustible archive of historical photographs, aviation photo journalist Steve Palmer, and Robin Polderman, whose position on a Dutch F-16 squadron allow him global opportunities to exercise his considerable skills as a photographer. Modelling features have a wide pool of talent to draw on, accumulated over sixteen years with Scale Aviation Modeller International, and as Editor of both titles Gary Hatcher is able to collate and direct material as appropriate, and see that it is showcased in the best possible way. One regular article features the work of Trevor Pask, author of the best of the recent titles on building Airfix kits, and a modeller whose enthusiasm and commitment to each project he undertakes might be said to personify the hobby as many of us regard it. Anything goes on Trevor’s workbench, and unlike so many of us, he always finds a way to finish a kit. Currently no other magazine in the marketplace caters for the very real audience that Model Aircraft is designed to appeal to, and with other titles having changed their direction away from the historical/reference field, leaving a noticeable void, it offers a unique and essential read to the enthusiast. ---------------------------------------------- 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
Gunpla Log
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Model Kit Log is a simple, focused app for tracking your model kit builds - from Gunpla to scale models. Ever lost track of which paint you used or couldn't find your build photos in your camera roll? Model Kit Log solves that. Track your build progress, save photos, and keep detailed notes - all in one place. KEY FEATURES: - Beautiful Timeline - Review your entire build journey on a clean vertical timeline. - One-Tap Recording - Capture multiple photos, build stage, notes, and work time in a single entry. - Standard Build Stages - Unboxing > Assembly > Prep > Painting > Decals > Finishing. Add custom stages to fit your workflow. - Smart Reminders - Set reminders for in-progress builds to stay motivated. - PDF Reports - Export photo-rich build reports as PDF documents. - 100% Offline - All data stays on your device. No tracking, no data collection. PERFECT FOR: - Gunpla (Gundam model kits) - Airplane & aircraft models - Tank & military models - Car & vehicle models - Character & figure models - Dioramas & scene builds From your very first kit to complex long-term projects, Model Kit Log helps you document every step of your modeling journey. MODEL LOG PRO SUBSCRIPTION: - Unlimited model registration - Premium themes - PDF export - iCloud backup All core features are free. Subscribe for advanced features. Your privacy matters. All data is stored locally on your device. No personal information is collected or tracked. Download free today and start logging your builds!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Gunpla Log at every 4 weeks against Model Aircraft Magazine's every 7 months. Model Aircraft Magazine's advantage is iOS requirement (11.2 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Model Aircraft Magazine sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Gunpla Log sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Model Aircraft Magazine ships an update every 7 months, Gunpla Log every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Model Aircraft Magazine | Gunpla Log |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (25 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 25 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.2 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MA Publications Limited | 发亮 刘 |
In-app purchases
Model Aircraft Magazine
- Model Aircraft auto-renewable subscription$2.991 Month
- Model Aircraft auto-renewable subscription$22.996 Months
- Model Aircraft auto-renewable subscription1 Month trial$39.991 Year
- MA Vol 15 Iss 3... (id:416966)$3.99
- MA Vol 15 Iss 5... (id:416970)$3.99
- MA Vol 15 Iss 7... (id:416974)$3.99
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- MA Vol 15 Iss 9... (id:416978)$3.99
- MA Vol 15 Iss 1... (id:416980)$3.99
- MA Vol 15 Iss 1... (id:416982)$3.99
- MA Vol 15 Iss 1... (id:416984)$3.99
Gunpla Log
- モデルログ Pro$1.991 Month
- モデルログ Pro$8.991 Year
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