Comparison

Practical Electronics Magazine vs RC DroneZone

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

Head to head
About

Practical Electronics Magazine

This app delivers a premier hobbyist magazine for electronics and computer enthusiasts. It features construction projects, technical articles, and reviews of the latest technology, catering to both beginners and experts.

Highlights
  • Construction projects for all skill levels
  • Full circuit diagrams and layouts
  • Reviews of latest technology
  • In-depth technical investigations
  • PIC microprocessor features
  • Raspberry Pi reviews and development
Features
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Practical Electronics (PE) is the world's premier hobbyist magazine for electronics and computer enthusiasts, with construction projects for beginners and experts. Every issue is packed with ideas, theory and projects to build, with full circuit diagrams, printed circuit board layouts, artwork and photos. If you're interesting in learning more about electronics and computing, then EPE is bound to have something for you. Regular features included in the magazine are: Techno Talk, a review of the latest, often quirky, developments in technology; Circuit Surgery, an in-depth investigation into readers’ circuit queries; Practically Speaking, where Robert Penfold explains the techniques of building electronic projects, including soldering etc; Pic N’ Mix, our feature on PIC microprocessors; Net Work discusses developments, software and equipment for use on the Internet; Raspberry PI, where this special microcomputer and its ancillaries are reviewed and developed; Interface - circuits and components to use with your computer. In addition to all this there is news from the world of electronics, special offers, a selection of books and CDROMs to buy. Readout – reader’s letters – plus regular in-dept Teach-In series where newcomers can learn all about digital and analogue electronics, and more knowledgeable readers can brush up on their understanding. ---------------------------------------------- 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

RC DroneZone

This app is a comprehensive resource for all things RC drones. It offers expert reviews, performance improvement tips, and purchasing advice. Explore various drone types and drone photography techniques.

Highlights
  • Expert drone reviews
  • Performance improvement guides
  • Buying advice
  • Coverage of all drone types
  • Drone photography information
  • Access to current and back issues
Features
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RC DroneZone is the magazine and information centre to find out everything there is to know about RC Drones – from the best reviews to find out which drone is best to how to improve performance to where to buy for the best price with advice! We cover all types of drones and drone photography ---------------------------------------------- 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 issue. Available subscriptions are: 12 months: £16.49 / €21.99 / $21.99 (6 issues) -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. Bundles of single issues can be also be bought within the application. To use purchased credits, simply click on the issue price and select ‘use credit’. This allows you to purchase back issues at reduced prices. 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 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

Practical Electronics Magazine1 screens
RC DroneZone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Practical Electronics Magazine at 4.8 against RC DroneZone's 2.0. Practical Electronics Magazine also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 1) and update cadence (every 11 months vs every 31 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Practical Electronics Magazine sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 6 months and RC DroneZone sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Practical Electronics Magazine holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Practical Electronics Magazine has 17 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Practical Electronics Magazine ships an update every 11 months, RC DroneZone every 31 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Practical Electronics Magazine versus RC DroneZone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPractical Electronics MagazineRC DroneZone
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (17 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 11 months — betterEvery 31 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.210.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSelect Publisher Services LtdDoolittle Media Ltd

Customer experience

Practical Electronics Magazine

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative35.3%

RC DroneZone

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Practical Electronics Magazine

Subscriptions2
  • EPE Magazine Auto-Renewable Subscriptions$19.996 Months
  • EPE Magazine Auto-Renewable Subscriptions1 Month trial$29.991 Year
One-time9
  • EPE March 2013$1.99
  • EPE February 2013$1.99
  • EPE January 2013$1.99
Show 6 more
  • EPE November 2012$1.99
  • Jun-17 Everyday Practical Electronics$1.99
  • Jul-17 Everyday Practical Electronics$1.99
  • Dec-16$1.99
  • September 2024 (pp:1017389)$4.99
  • EPE Magazine 6 Back Issue Bundle$12.99
10 purchases

RC DroneZone

Subscriptions1
  • RC DroneZone Auto Renewable Subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time9
  • DroneZone 002 (id:413954)$3.99
  • DroneZone 003 (id:413955)$3.99
  • DroneZone 004 (id:413956)$3.99
Show 6 more
  • DroneZone 005 (id:413957)$3.99
  • DroneZone 006 (id:413958)$3.99
  • DroneZone 007 (id:413959)$3.99
  • DroneZone 001 (id:413960)$3.99
  • DroneZone 008 (id:437405)$3.99
  • DroneZone 010 (id:439426)$3.99

Questions

Is Practical Electronics Magazine free?
Practical Electronics Magazine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RC DroneZone free?
RC DroneZone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Practical Electronics Magazine or RC DroneZone?
Practical Electronics Magazine is rated higher. Practical Electronics Magazine averages 4.8 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while RC DroneZone averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Practical Electronics Magazine or RC DroneZone have ads?
Neither Practical Electronics Magazine nor RC DroneZone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Practical Electronics Magazine or RC DroneZone?
Practical Electronics Magazine ships an update every 11 months, and RC DroneZone every 31 months. Most recently, Practical Electronics Magazine was updated on September 15, 2026 and RC DroneZone on September 27, 2026.

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