Hitec vs RC Model Manager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hitec
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Hitec Accessories is a mobile app designed for measuring gauges such as CG gauge and angle meters, etc., It can measure the Center of Gravity and the angle of the rudder surface of a R/C fixed-wing aircraft. The app can connect via Bluetooth to check various vital data to help hobbyists make decisions and finetune to obtain the best performance.
RC Model Manager
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RC Model Manager is your digital logbook and setup companion for radio‑controlled models. Keep every model, transmitter, battery, and component organized in one place—at the field, on the bench, and at home. Designed specifically for RC enthusiasts, RC Model Manager helps you track the details that matter so you can spend less time managing gear and more time having fun! KEY FEATURES • Aircraft Management - Store model name, type (airplane, heli, drone, car, etc.), photos, notes, and FAA registration info. - Track engines, ESCs, gyros, receivers, servos, and batteries linked to each aircraft. • Transmitter & Radio Setup - Keep a record of each transmitter, firmware, and channels. - Log radio configurations and switch assignments so you always know what each switch does on every model. • Flight Logs - Record flight time, location, and notes for each model. - See total flights, total time, average flight duration, and best flights at a glance. • Maintenance & Documentation - Add notes for setup changes, repairs, tuning, and field observations. - PRO users can attach photos for visual documentation of models, components, and builds. FREE VS PRO • FREE: - Up to 3 aircraft - 1 transmitter - Basic logging and notes • PRO (one‑time upgrade): - Unlimited aircraft and transmitters - Photo attachments for aircraft, components, and documentation - Configuration storage and advanced record‑keeping - Cloud sync support when linked with your account across platforms CROSS‑DEVICE SYNC Sign in with your account (optional) to sync PRO status and subscription data through the cloud. Your RC fleet can follow you between desktop and mobile versions of RC Model Manager. DESIGNED FOR RC HOBBYISTS Whether you fly airplanes, helicopters, drones, or drive RC cars, RC Model Manager keeps all the technical details and history of your models organized so you can focus on safe, consistent flying. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hitec at none against RC Model Manager's 2. Hitec also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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. RC Model Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Hitec asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Hitec | RC Model Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hitec RCD USA, Inc. | BRANDON ELIAS CHAVEZ |
In-app purchases
Hitec
No in-app purchases
RC Model Manager
- RC Model Manager Pro Annual$9.991 Year
- RC Model Manager Pro$9.99









