WiThrottle Cab vs SPEEDSTK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
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.
- Live Bluetooth data streaming
- Offline operation
- Distraction-free display
- Automatic device detection
- Works with existing layouts
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SPEEDSTK at 5.0 against WiThrottle Cab's 1.0. SPEEDSTK also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). WiThrottle Cab's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. WiThrottle Cab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SPEEDSTK asks for nothing beyond the download.
SPEEDSTK holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
WiThrottle Cab ships an update every 3 months, SPEEDSTK every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WiThrottle Cab | SPEEDSTK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kostiantyn Kolesnik | Model Train Technology LLC |
Customer experience
WiThrottle Cab
SPEEDSTK
In-app purchases
WiThrottle Cab
- Full version, monthly$4.991 Month
- Full version, life-time$49.99
SPEEDSTK
No in-app purchases
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