Comparison

Trainventory vs SPEEDSTK

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

Head to head
About

Trainventory

Organize, track the value of, and create wishlists for your model train collection. Get reminders for new releases and manage your hobby efficiently.

Highlights
  • Organize train collection
  • Track costs and value
  • Create wishlists
  • Wishlist reminders
  • User-friendly design
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Trainventory: Organize, Track, and Dream Big with Your Model Train Collection Whether you're a lifelong model train enthusiast or just starting your collection, Trainventory is the essential app to keep everything on track. Effortlessly organize your trains, track their value, and build your dream wishlist – all in one place. Key Features: - Organize Your Collection: Easily catalog your locomotives, carriages, and accessories with detailed entries for model type, brand, and condition. - Track Costs and Value: Keep an eye on how much you’ve invested and monitor the value of your collection over time. - Create Your Wishlist: Never forget that must-have model again – build a wishlist of trains you’re dreaming of adding to your collection. - Get Reminded: Never miss out on a presale or release date with wish list reminders Why Trainventory? • User-friendly design built specifically for model train enthusiasts. • Keep your collection organized anytime, anywhere. • Perfect for collectors of all experience levels. All aboard for the most efficient way to manage your model train hobby. Download Trainventory today and let your collection shine! Start tracking, start organizing, and keep your model train passion on the right track with Trainventory.

About

SPEEDSTK

This app transforms your iPhone into a live data display for your Speed Stick device, offering real-time locomotive information without an internet connection. It's designed for model railroad enthusiasts who need precise speed readings for their trains.

Highlights
  • Live Bluetooth data streaming
  • Offline operation
  • Distraction-free display
  • Automatic device detection
  • Works with existing layouts
Features
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SPEEDSTK turns your iPhone into a live readout for your Speed Stick device. Pair over Bluetooth and instantly see real-time data from your locomotive — right in the palm of your hand. SPEED STICK V5.1B or later (Bluetooth version Hardware) is required. Built for model railroaders who want real numbers instead of guesswork, SPEEDSTK reads broadcasts directly from your Speed Stick and displays them as you run your trains. FEATURES • Live readings streamed over Bluetooth as your train runs • No internet connection required — everything works locally • Simple, distraction-free display you can read at a glance • Automatically detects nearby Speed Stick devices • Works alongside your existing layout and controls Whether you're calibrating a new locomotive, dialing in realistic scale speeds, or just want to see what your trains are really doing, SPEEDSTK gives you the data instantly. Requires a Speed Stick device. Made by Model Train Technology LLC.

Screenshots

Trainventory4 screens
SPEEDSTK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SPEEDSTK at 5.0 against Trainventory's 4.7. SPEEDSTK also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). Trainventory's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 1). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SPEEDSTK holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Trainventory has 29 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Trainventory ships an update every 3 months, SPEEDSTK every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Trainventory versus SPEEDSTK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrainventorySPEEDSTK
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (29 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings29 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.617.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicholas EbyModel Train Technology LLC

Customer experience

Trainventory

All ratings22 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SPEEDSTK

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Trainventory

No in-app purchases

None

SPEEDSTK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Trainventory free?
Trainventory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SPEEDSTK free?
SPEEDSTK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Trainventory or SPEEDSTK?
SPEEDSTK is rated higher. Trainventory averages 4.7 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while SPEEDSTK averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Trainventory or SPEEDSTK have ads?
Neither Trainventory nor SPEEDSTK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Trainventory or SPEEDSTK?
Trainventory ships an update every 3 months, and SPEEDSTK every 6 weeks. Most recently, Trainventory was updated on November 4, 2026 and SPEEDSTK on November 5, 2026.

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