# Loco Revue vs Model Train Script

The clearest difference is update cadence: Model Train Script at every 3 weeks against Loco Revue's every 6 months. Loco Revue's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loco Revue sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $60.99 per year and Model Train Script sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loco Revue ships an update every 6 months, Model Train Script every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loco Revue | Model Train Script |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Size | 84 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zinio Pro](https://appshunter.io/developer/451100089) | [Arjan Pragt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654600131) |

## What reviewers say

### Loco Revue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loco-revue/id848911117)

This app serves as a digital reference magazine for railway modeling enthusiasts. It offers single issue purchases and various subscription plans for continuous access to content. Manage your subscriptions and enjoy exclusive offers within the app.

**Highlights:** Digital magazine subscription, Single issue purchases, Exclusive subscription offers, Automatic renewal management, Free trial for new subscribers

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loco Revue | $60.99 | per year |
| OCTOBRE 2016 - 831 | $5.99 | one-time |
| JUIN 2023 - 911 | $6.99 | one-time |
| JUILLET 2023 - 912 | $6.99 | one-time |
| AOUT 2023 - 913 | $6.99 | one-time |
| OCTOBRE 2023 - 915 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SEPTEMBRE 2023 - 914 | $6.99 | one-time |
| NOVEMBRE 2023 - 916 | $6.99 | one-time |
| DECEMBRE 2023 - 917 | $6.99 | one-time |
| JANVIER 2024 - 918 | $6.99 | one-time |
| AOUT 2026 | $6.99 | one-time |
| AVRIL 2026 | $6.99 | one-time |
| NOVEMBRE 2026 | $6.99 | one-time |
| DECEMBRE 2026 | $6.99 | one-time |
| AVRIL 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |
| AOUT 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |
| JUIN 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |
| OCTOBRE 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |


### Model Train Script

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-train-script/id6444422153)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donation for ModelTrainScript | $9.00 | one-time |
| License | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loco Revue free?

Loco Revue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Model Train Script free?

Model Train Script is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Loco Revue or Model Train Script have ads?

Neither Loco Revue nor Model Train Script shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Loco Revue or Model Train Script?

Loco Revue ships an update every 6 months, and Model Train Script every 3 weeks. Most recently, Loco Revue was updated on October 3, 2026 and Model Train Script on October 4, 2026.

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