Comparison

WiThrottle Cab vs SPEEDSTK

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Handheld model railroad controller
  • Wireless operation via Wi-Fi
  • Control trains and accessories
  • Follow trains around the layout
  • Compatible with WiThrottle command stations
Features
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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.

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

WiThrottle Cab4 screens
SPEEDSTK4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
WiThrottle Cab versus SPEEDSTK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWiThrottle CabSPEEDSTK
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKostiantyn KolesnikModel Train Technology LLC

Customer experience

WiThrottle Cab

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

SPEEDSTK

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

In-app purchases

2 purchases

WiThrottle Cab

Subscriptions1
  • Full version, monthly$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Full version, life-time$49.99
None

SPEEDSTK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WiThrottle Cab free?
WiThrottle Cab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SPEEDSTK free?
SPEEDSTK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WiThrottle Cab or SPEEDSTK?
SPEEDSTK is rated higher. WiThrottle Cab averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while SPEEDSTK averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do WiThrottle Cab or SPEEDSTK have ads?
Neither WiThrottle Cab nor SPEEDSTK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WiThrottle Cab or SPEEDSTK?
WiThrottle Cab ships an update every 3 months, and SPEEDSTK every 6 weeks. Most recently, WiThrottle Cab was updated on October 10, 2026 and SPEEDSTK on October 6, 2026.

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