---
title: "Model Rail: Railway modelling - Reviews, Revenue and Downloads in United Kingdom | Apple App Store"
description: "Model Rail is Britain's brightest and most informative magazine for model railway fans. We cover every stage of the hobby, from buying a first model train set right through to museum standard fine-sca"
---

# Model Rail: Railway modelling — United Kingdom
> Inspirational layout plans

![Model Rail App Icon](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple211/v4/72/9c/31/729c310d-5135-9015-91d1-ef0807ceddec/AppIcon-0-0-1x_U007emarketing-0-7-0-0-0-85-220.png/434x0w.png)

**Developer:** [Bauer Media (Publishing)](https://apptail.io/developer/bauer-media-publishing-ZuFg) (United Kingdom)
**Category:** Newsstand
**Rating:** 4.7/5 (883 ratings)
**Price:** Free
**Bundle ID:** com.bauermedia.modelrail
**Store:** Apple App Store
**Country:** United Kingdom
**Version:** 8.12 (released 2025-09-23)
**Original Release:** 2012-11-06
**Languages:** English, German

**App Store Link:** [Download on Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/app/id561959863)
**AppTail Page:** [https://apptail.io/app/model-rail-railway-modelling-TwNe/united-kingdom](https://apptail.io/app/model-rail-railway-modelling-TwNe/united-kingdom)

## Model Rail Description
Model Rail is Britain's brightest and most informative magazine for model railway fans. We cover every stage of the hobby, from buying a first model train set right through to museum standard fine-scale modelling in a lively style that encourages readers to get involved in the world's greatest hobby. 


- The finest home and club layouts 

- Stunning photography 

- Unbiased and in-depth product reviews 

- Step-by-step articles 

- Inspirational layout plans 

- Expert tips 


As a Model Rail Subscriber, you will get: 

- Immediate access to all our content 

- Unlimited access to our archive 

- A selection of highlighted articles from the editor 

- Subscribers-only rewards including discounts, prizes, and freebies 


Features of the app we love: 

- Read or listen to articles (choice of three voices) 

- Browse all current and back issues 

- Free articles available to non-subscribers 

- Search content that interests you 

- Save articles from the content feed to enjoy later 

- Switch between Digital View and Magazine View for the best experience 

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced model railway enthusiast, the Model Rail app has something for everyone. 

Download the app today and join the community of model railway fans. 


Please Note: This app is optimised for iOS 14 and higher. If you're using an iPad 1 or 2, iPad Mini 1 or iPhone 5 (or before) you may struggle to run this app smoothly. 

Your subscription will automatically renew each billing period, and you will be charged through your iTunes account within 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings up until 24-hours before the end of the current period, but refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Please visit our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for more information: 


Terms of Use 
 

Privacy Policy 


## Model Rail Screenshots
- [Screenshot 1](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource113/v4/c5/54/c5/c554c59d-6cf0-2db7-1fa4-2bdd8f855572/11f89b82-4862-4ee1-a873-e42a695ea9f2_MR_AAPP_Store_S1__iPhone65-min.jpg/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 2](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource123/v4/da/84/cc/da84ccf0-69b1-0662-8577-4b2960a90745/2e46c905-4c9c-475d-9f49-6e5e681c0044_MR_AAPP_Store_S2___iPhone65-min.jpg/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 3](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource113/v4/9a/02/59/9a025904-cd3e-8d2b-4989-e913e5d3f3c0/93c6c22c-4890-42ff-8ee0-876ec4f08380_MR_AAPP_Store_S3_iPhone65-min.jpg/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 4](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource123/v4/37/a8/49/37a8495d-61e8-48be-47fd-e13cdc75ac05/15f34305-4642-41a8-9fef-7225295ccab1_MR_AAPP_Store_S4__iPhone65-min.jpg/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 5](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource126/v4/43/e0/44/43e044f7-1087-b2f2-c138-f85224ff8dcf/db7c4d54-6a55-4570-95c2-773efeca5c36_MR_AAPP_Store_S5__iPhone65-min.jpg/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 6](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource126/v4/70/43/4e/70434ef8-62ad-cbcb-0616-3a54e92b4e3f/060f9d90-fef1-421a-b4db-bea9f8ea3de4_MR_AAPP_Store_S6__iPhone65-min.jpg/1242x2688.png)

## Model Rail Rating Breakdown in United Kingdom
- 5 stars: 718 (81%)
- 4 stars: 97 (11%)
- 3 stars: 23 (3%)
- 2 stars: 12 (1%)
- 1 stars: 33 (4%)

## Model Rail Reviews in United Kingdom

### ***** "First class read"
This is by far the best of its kind in the market. The contributors are excellent and I’m learning lots from them and getting a better idea of how to proceed with my own layout which is in its early stages.
-- Big E53, 2024-05-31

### *---- "All my monies lost"
Because of failing memories I am un able to connect to read magazines I have paid good money for. Very disappointed.
-- the flashman, 2023-06-11

### *---- "Awful upgrade or rather downgrade"
The magazine is illserved by this app. The previous upgrade was bad enough. This one has rendered reading the magazine impossible. The icons don’t work. The search is clumsy. The whole renders the subscription worthless and unless there is a very swift resolution will simply cancel online subscription and buy paper even if I lose ALL my bookmarks. Such a shame. Just cancelled subscription
-- mgcted, 2023-03-29

### ****- "Not working"
Since the app was upgraded it is not possible to look at the magazines even though the direct debit has been taken. Deleting and reinstalling does not work even though you can log in. The app does not recognise existing subscribers.
-- not dave just bob, 2023-02-21

### *---- "Unreadable"
Really need an app to view on a pc. The mag is great but unreadable on a phone.
-- Phil Hodders, 2022-12-10

### ***** "See the detail without a magnifying glass!"
Fantastic value… See the detail without a magnifying glass!

Model Rail is simply the best magazine out there for premier layouts, detailed and independent reviews of models and tools and Chris Nevard’s photos and scratch built modelling is stunning.
If you are looking for inspiration… look no further!
-- AAWh, 2022-05-30

### ***** "Poor support"
I renew via annual subscription and usually receive the new issues on my iPad mini successfully. However since my recent subscription renewal in January I have had problems with the monthly downloads and now I cannot download the March issue.
I have tried fixing the problem via FAQ, I have also emailed a screenshot and phoned Bauer media and so far they have not fixed the problem or contacted me. I will think twice about renewing the subscription in the future and would not recommend this App to anybody.
-- AngloAnglia, 2022-02-19

### *---- "Just a list of he magazine issues"
This app just lists the editions of the magazine you can buy.  I was hoping to see a small sample of one or two so I could decide if I wanted to spend my money on downloading one or more.
-- Jkmitchell56, 2021-01-26

### *---- "Stopped working again"
Since last update can’t get access to all the mags I have bought
-- eastsomerset, 2021-01-22

### ***** "Model rail"
Absolutely love the magazine always full of quality layouts and hints and tips keep up the excellent work
-- very unbsppy, 2021-01-07

### ***** "Model Rail"
Signed up - surprisingly easy to use and online magazine very readable on an iPad.
-- **IVORTHEENGINE**, 2020-06-02

### *---- "Model Rail"
Buy a hard copy.  Can only read some i have bought, others cannot read. They keep playing with the software locking you out if you no longer subscribe.
-- brake van, 2020-03-01

### ***** "Failing download 😩"
Have uploaded the past twelve months successfully, but now you have updated to three horrible diesels on the front piece I can't download the latest issue.  Most frustrating.  In the past your customer service has been appalling without replying to emails.  Shall not be renewing my subscription.
Following this post, a further attempt to access the March edition proved that the fault had been fixed and I am pleased to up my star rate to 4.
'Merchantnavyman'
-- merchantnavyman, 2020-02-26

### ***** "Stopped, now sorted"
Had been good until latest update, then wouldn’t open. Got as far as Optimising Content, and no further. Uninstalled the app, then reinstalled; now works okay
-- shedliner, 2020-02-26

### *---- "New Version"
New version of this app is very slow please revert to the old one
-- iainquaz, 2020-02-12

### **--- "Frustrating"
Rather disappointing - I get notification several days before the latest edition is released – why? Very annoying - don’t notify me until it is actually ready to download if at all (no apparent way to turn off the notification - I even unsuccessfully tried directing it to junk as I can’t find an unsubscribe button)
Downloaded version always appears to be about three days behind the printed version why?
The reviews of new models are usually good but even then they are tainted by value for money score - ridiculous, surely a model is worth what we are prepared to pay for it
Some decent articles quite varied and interesting and bulked up with copious pages of advertising

In response to your response push notifications are and have always been turned off - they are not the issue
it’s the email Spam - what is the point of sending an email several days before the magazine is available for download -send it on the day it is available for download and provide an unsubscribe button for emails 
also I am correct there is at least a three day gap between the printed version becoming available in the shops and the download version update 22/12/19 magazine has been in shops for at least three days no sight on app yet
-- Cuterblast, 2019-12-22

### ****- "Mac"
Great magazine just a pity can’t read on iMac
-- Johnbet, 2019-03-09

### ****- "Review of app"
One of the drawbacks from your app is when downloading the latest issue. You need to stay on page for it to download witch is annoying when you are working away trying to other things on your iPad/ laptops. I like how there is videos/ slideshows within your magazine issues!
-- 43524512345, 2019-02-02

### *---- "Unable to load"
Current update prevents me opening the App. All previously purchased magazines are therefore unreadable. I also cannot renew my subscription. There’s always Railway Modeller on Amazon. That works.
-- TheOriginal EagleTiger, 2018-12-26

### *---- "Ultimate cr*p app"
It's absolutely awful. Over complicated to sign into, takes ages to download anything, then when there finally something to read - it crashes. And the whole process has to begin again.......  A real shame because the mag is brilliant.
-- Serahn, 2018-08-31

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## Model Rail In-App Purchases
| Item | Price |
|------|-------|
| Model Rail Monthly Sub | £2.79 |
| Model Rail magazine Subscriptions | £14.99 |
| Free trial - 1 Month | £4.49 |
| Model Rail Summer Sale Subscription | £20.99 |
| Model Rail - Annual Backissues | £29.99 |
| Monthly Subscription | £3.99 |
| Model Rail 50% Annual Sub | £29.99 |
| Model Rail Magazine | £2.99 |



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