Best Model Railroad Apps & Games

246+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating

18 free apps & games

Updated September 2026

Rail Model Calc is the household name in model railroad, but it's far from the only option. We track 246+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Model Railroad Apps & Games (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Rail Model Calc	Free	—	Yes	No	May 2026
2	Model Scaler	Free	2.9★ (12)	No	No	May 2026
3	Model Railroader Magazine	Free	2.0★ (62)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
4	Model Railway Easily	Free	3.2★ (357)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	Railroad Empire: Train Game	Free	4.6★ (4.6K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
6	My Model Railroad	Free	3.0★ (3)	Yes	No	May 2026
7	Model Train & Railroad Log	Free	—	No	Yes	Jul 2026
8	Trainventory	Free	4.6★ (22)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Model Railroad

#1

Rail Model Calc by Nobuyuki Kumakura

For building railroad models

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAds

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#2

Model Scaler by Woodland Scenics

Strong Contender

📊 Productivity

2.9(12 ratings)

Free

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This tool instantly converts measurements between U.S. Customary and Metric units for any modeling scale. It's designed to be fast, easy, and efficient for all types of scale modelers.

#3

Model Railroader Magazine by Flying Media Group, LLC

Worth Considering

2.0😞(62 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app delivers the industry-leading model train magazine directly to your device. Explore step-by-step projects, layout tours, expert tips, and insightful reviews. Enjoy offline reading, customizable text views, and interactive navigation for a seamless experience.

Room to Improve

❌ Lost purchased issues
❌ App crashes frequently
❌ Login/password issues
❌ Unusable after updates
❌ Poor customer support
❌ Slow performance
❌ Cannot restore purchases
❌ Difficult to access subscriptions
❌ Outdated interface
❌ In-app purchases not working

More Model Railroad apps to explore

Model Railway Easily

Model Railway Easily

Model Railway Easily

Design and build intricate 3D model railway layouts with realistic engines, wagons, and scenery. Enjoy intuitive track creation and watch your trains automatically navigate the tracks, stopping at stations and reversing at ends. Enhance your creations with detailed buildings and plants for a lifelike experience.

True 3D graphics environmentIntuitive track layout creationUnlimited track length and switches

free with in-app purchases

Railroad Empire: Train Game

Railroad Empire: Train Game

Railroad Empire: Train Game

Upgrade trains & build railway

Build a sprawling railroad empire across America, managing resources, developing cities, and collecting legendary locomotives. Experience historical challenges and work with famous figures to shape the nation's industrial revolution.

Build railroad empireDevelop cities and factoriesCollect legendary locomotives

free with in-app purchases

My Model Railroad

My Model Railroad

My Model Railroad

Your model railroad helper

Easily catalog and track your model train collection. Never again wonder if you already own a specific piece of rolling stock. Manage collections by scale and maintain a wishlist.

Catalog model train collectionsTrack rolling stockManage wishlists

🎬 Entertainment

Model Train & Railroad Log

Model Train & Railroad Log

Model Train & Railroad Log

by MD Shahariar Nazim Joy

Easy Model Train Management

Organize, track the value of, and create wishlists for your model train collection. Get reminders for new releases and manage your hobby efficiently.

Organize train collectionTrack costs and valueCreate wishlists

Model Railroad Inventory

Model Railroad Inventory

Model Railroad Inventory

Track Your Railroad Collection

Model Railroad Set

Model Railroad Set

Model Railroad Set

by Magnin & Associates

Experience the nostalgic joy of a virtual model train set. Drive trains on pre-made or shared layouts, control speed, honk the horn, and operate switches. Capture and share snapshots of your railway adventures.

Drive trains on built-in layoutsOperate switches and control speedMultiple camera angles

free with in-app purchases

Model Inventory

Model Inventory

Model Inventory

by Woodland Scenics

This app helps model railroad enthusiasts organize their collections. Track locomotives, rolling stock, structures, and accessories with custom categories, purchase details, photos, and notes. It's ideal for managing your collection and for use at train shows.

Track locomotives, rolling stock, structures, scenery, accessoriesCreate custom categoriesLog purchase date and cost

Drive 80+ Trains

Experience realistic train simulation with over 70 historical and modern trains in stunning 3D. Drive, pick up passengers, carry freight, and explore diverse environments. Build custom terrains and enjoy features like 3D cab interiors and train derailments.

Realistic 3D graphics60+ 3D train types40+ train car types

free with in-app purchases

Model Rail: Railway modelling

Model Rail: Railway modelling

Model Rail: Railway modelling

Inspirational layout plans

Explore inspirational layout plans, product reviews, and step-by-step guides for model railway enthusiasts. Access current and back issues, read or listen to articles, and enjoy subscriber-exclusive rewards. Perfect for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike.

Inspirational layout plansProduct reviewsStep-by-step articles

📰 Magazines & Newspapers

free with in-app purchases

Build your dream train system!

Build and expand your dream model railway system. Collect and merge trains to level up, earn money, and unlock new track layouts. Experience the joy of creating your own miniature world.

Build model railway systemsCollect and merge trainsLevel up trains

free with in-app purchases

Train Layouts: Track Plans

Train Layouts: Track Plans

Train Layouts: Track Plans

Ideas for your model railroad

Explore and download model train layouts created by enthusiasts. Find inspiration for your own railway, sort layouts by scale or popularity, and connect with other hobbyists. Create shopping lists and favorite track plans.

Explore and download model train layoutsCreate and export shopping listsLike and favorite track plans

Model Railway Calculator

Model Railway Calculator

Model Railway Calculator

by Kornel Kaulics

This app assists European model railway builders by providing calculations based on NEM-Standards. It simplifies the process of designing and building model railways.

European model railway calculationsNEM-Standards complianceModel railway design assistance

Railway Modellers Club

Railway Modellers Club

Railway Modellers Club

For Model Railway Enthusiasts

Connect with fellow model railway enthusiasts worldwide. Share your layouts, learn new skills through guides and Q&A sessions, and join special interest groups. Stream your layouts live and access exclusive content.

Share photos and videos of layoutsJoin special interest groupsAccess 'How-To' guides

🌐 Social Networking

Sid Meier’s Railroads!

Sid Meier’s Railroads!

Sid Meier’s Railroads!

Become a railroad tycoon

Become a railroad tycoon by building and managing intricate railway networks. Optimize routes, transport goods and passengers, and grow your profits through shrewd business decisions and innovation. Compete with historical figures to become the greatest rail baron.

Lay tracks and design routesTransport freight and passengersAcquire patents and trade stocks

free with in-app purchases

by Rob Versluis

Control your digital model railroad layouts remotely. Manage locomotives, switches, and signals, and set trains to run automatically. Connect to a Rocrail server to operate your entire layout from your mobile device.

Control locomotives, switches, and signalsAutomatic train operationDialogs for blocks, turntables, and staging yards

For Members, By Members

Access digital editions of the official publication for model railroad enthusiasts. Membership provides automatic downloads of new issues as they are released, ensuring you never miss an update on the hobby.

Digital magazine editionsAutomatic new issue downloadsMembership access

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Model Railroad

Are there free model railroad apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 18 of the top model railroad apps & games we rank are free to download, including Rail Model Calc and Model Scaler.

Does Rail Model Calc have ads or in-app purchases?

Rail Model Calc shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many model railroad apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 246+ model railroad apps & games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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