Best Model Railroad Set Apps &amp; Games

Global Model Train Community

2.6(73 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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.

My Model Railroad by Merrimack Valley Models, LLC

Your model railroad helper

Strong Contender

🎬 Entertainment

3.0(3 ratings)

FreeAds

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.

Model Railroader Magazine by Flying Media Group, LLC

Worth Considering

🌟 Lifestyle

2.0😞(62 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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❌ Outdated interface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 Set apps to explore

Model Train Media

Share photos and videos of layoutsConnect with hobbyists globallyDiscover train events and shows

Connect with model railroad enthusiasts worldwide. Share your layouts, discover events, find clubs and shops, and learn from creators. A dedicated space for all model train hobbyists.

🌐 Social Networking

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For building railroad models

Rail Model Calc

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

🔧 Utilities

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free

Railway Modellers Club

For Model Railway Enthusiasts

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

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.

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

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NMRA Magazine

For Members, By Members

Digital magazine editionsAutomatic new issue downloadsMembership access

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.

📚 Education

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Build your dream train system!

Model Railways

Build model railway systemsCollect and merge trainsLevel up trains

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.

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Australian Model Railway Mag

by Zinio Pro

Australian railway modeling coverageContributor layouts and projectsScratchbuilt model features

This digital magazine explores the world of Australian model railways, featuring layouts, projects, and product reviews. It covers various scales and gauges, offering insights into scratchbuilding, kit bashing, and essential modeling tips.

🎬 Entertainment

(1)

Model Rail: Railway modelling

Inspirational layout plans

Inspirational layout plansProduct reviewsStep-by-step articles

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.

📰 Magazines & Newspapers

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ModelControlNet Device Controller

by Greg Ingalsbe

Wireless control systemWiFi network technologyLocomotive control and configuration

Control your entire model railroad wirelessly using your iPhone or iPad. Manage locomotives, configure settings, and allow multiple operators to interact simultaneously on the same network.

Steam railroad game for kids

$6.99

Build and explore your own Wild West railroad in a 3D environment. Design intricate track layouts, add steam trains, and bring your custom worlds to life with scenery. Experience your creations from a first-person train driver view.

Drag-and-drop track buildingAdd tunnels and bridgesSwitching tracks for multiple routes

Model Train Simulation

$1.99

Create and operate your own miniature railway world. Design intricate track layouts with a vast selection of pieces and populate your scenes with diverse scenery. Customize your trains with a wide array of cars for a personalized simulation experience.

Realistic 3D model train simulationDesign custom track layoutsExtensive library of scenery pieces

True 3D graphics environmentBuilt-in terrain editorEasy track layout creation

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paid

Model Railway Easily 2

by rbskft

$9.99

Design and build intricate model railway layouts in a realistic 3D environment. Sculpt terrain, lay tracks, and populate your world with detailed models of trains, buildings, and scenery. Enjoy intuitive controls for train operation and a vast creative canvas.

by White River Productions, Inc.