TrainNavigator vs WiThrottle Cab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TrainNavigator
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Simple DCCex controller for model railroad -multiple throttles to control locos -turnouts controller defined in DCCex setup -layout editor with turnout control -auto-discovery of your DCCex server The app needs only access to local network to connect to DCCex permission. Terms of use: https://trainnavigator.fisharea.eu/terms.html
WiThrottle Cab
Transform your mobile device into a wireless controller for your model railroad. Operate trains and manage accessories like turnouts remotely over a Wi-Fi network. Enjoy the freedom to follow your trains around the layout without being tethered by wires.
- Handheld model railroad controller
- Wireless operation via Wi-Fi
- Control trains and accessories
- Follow trains around the layout
- Compatible with WiThrottle command stations
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WiThrottle Cab is an application that turns your devices into handheld controllers for your model railroad. With WiThrottle Cab, you can follow your trains around your layout without having to worry about plugging and unplugging a wired device as you move along. Using a wireless network connection and WiThrottle-compatible command stations connected to the network, WiThrottle Cab can be used to run trains and control turnouts, and other accessories that are configured in the command station.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TrainNavigator at every 4 days against WiThrottle Cab's every 4 months. TrainNavigator also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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. TrainNavigator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.99 per year and WiThrottle Cab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TrainNavigator ships an update every 4 days, WiThrottle Cab every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and August 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TrainNavigator | WiThrottle Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michal Kajaba | Kostiantyn Kolesnik |
In-app purchases
TrainNavigator
- TrainNavigator Premium$7.991 Year
WiThrottle Cab
- Full version, monthly$4.991 Month
- Full version, life-time$49.99
