Comparison

ATC Readback Trainer vs Model Engine Builder

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

Head to head
About

ATC Readback Trainer

Master air traffic control radio communications with realistic audio practice. Features two training modes, comprehensive scenarios across 8 categories, and progress tracking with difficulty levels. Ideal for pilots and aviation enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Realistic ATC audio with radio effects
  • Study Mode with text and audio
  • Real ATC Mode for audio-only practice
  • 8 comprehensive ATC scenario categories
  • Progress tracking with detailed statistics
  • Three difficulty levels
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ATC Readback Trainer Master air traffic control radio communications with realistic audio practice. REALISTIC ATC AUDIO Practice with authentic ATC scenarios featuring professionally recorded audio with radio effects. Experience communications exactly as they sound in real aviation. TWO TRAINING MODES Study Mode: See the transmission text while listening to build confidence. Real ATC Mode: Audio-only practice to simulate real cockpit conditions. COMPREHENSIVE SCENARIOS Train across 8 essential ATC categories: Ground Operations Clearances and Instructions Takeoff and Departure Traffic and Sequencing Airspace and VFR Services Flight Following Approach and Arrival ATIS and Airport Information TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Monitor your improvement with detailed statistics including accuracy percentage, current streak, best streak, and total points earned. Three difficulty levels challenge you from beginner through advanced communications. PERFECT FOR Student pilots preparing for their first flights Pilots working on their radio communication skills Anyone wanting to reduce cockpit workload and stress Build confidence in your ATC readback skills before you ever key the mic. No login required. Just select a category and start practicing.

About

Model Engine Builder

Features
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Build a miniature engine one part at a time in a retro pixel workshop. Choose from eight designs: diesel, OHV, DOHC, two-stroke, parallel twin, inline four, V-twin and boxer four. Fit parts in order, tighten bolts to the right torque, adjust each engine’s setup and time its ignition. The same engine model appears in selection and assembly. Follow moving pistons, connecting rods and the compact DOHC timing chain as you build. Every stage contributes to a score out of 1,000. Keep a personal best and recent build history for each engine on your device. Three engines are available from the start. Unlock the others by completing optional rewarded ads. The non-consumable Remove Ads purchase removes advertising and unlocks all engines; purchases can be restored. Play in English, Korean, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, Traditional Chinese, Thai, Italian or Hindi. Change language in the globe menu. Advertising privacy choices are available where required. A stylized assembly and timing game, not a repair manual or engineering simulator. Compete on a separate Game Center leaderboard for each of the eight engines. Online rankings require Game Center sign-in.

Screenshots

ATC Readback Trainer4 screens
Model Engine Builder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ATC Readback Trainer at none against Model Engine Builder's 1. ATC Readback Trainer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). Model Engine Builder's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.5). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Model Engine Builder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ATC Readback Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ATC Readback Trainer ships an update every 6 days, Model Engine Builder every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ATC Readback Trainer versus Model Engine Builder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterATC Readback TrainerModel Engine Builder
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.515.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders LaederichMIN GYu OH

In-app purchases

None

ATC Readback Trainer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Model Engine Builder

One-time1
  • removeads$1.99

Questions

Is ATC Readback Trainer free?
ATC Readback Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Model Engine Builder free?
Model Engine Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ATC Readback Trainer or Model Engine Builder have ads?
Model Engine Builder shows ads; ATC Readback Trainer does not.
Which is updated more often, ATC Readback Trainer or Model Engine Builder?
ATC Readback Trainer ships an update every 6 days, and Model Engine Builder every 2 weeks. Most recently, ATC Readback Trainer was updated on September 23, 2026 and Model Engine Builder on October 4, 2026.

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