Steam Railway Magazine

Name: Steam Railway Magazine
Rating: 4.6153846 (104 reviews)
Author: Bauer Consumer Media Ltd

By: Bauer Consumer Media Ltd App

Steam news, features and events, from both the main line and preserved railways 

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

16,507 ▲ 31

Data as of 2026-08-28

Rating:

4.62

(104)

Version:

3.46

Last updated: 2025-09-18

Ranking

#464,552 ▼ 1,304

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Steam Railway Magazine is your premier source for comprehensive news, features, and events related to steam railways, locomotives, and rolling stock. Whether you're interested in the latest happenings on the main line or preserved railways, this app offers immediate and unlimited access to current and archived content, enriched with stunning photography and expert commentary.

As a member, enjoy exclusive rewards, discounts, and member-only articles. The app features flexible reading options including listening to articles in multiple voices, searching content, saving favorites, and switching between digital and magazine views for the best user experience. Stay up-to-date with coverage of overhauls, restorations, events, and insightful industry analysis, making it an indispensable tool for steam railway enthusiasts.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Entertainment News & Magazines

By:

Bauer Consumer Media Ltd

Downloads:

16,507 31

Rating:

4.62

(104)

Version:

3.46 Last updated: 2025-09-18

Version code:

3046

Creation date:

2015-10-09

Publisher country:

Permissions:

com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk

Size:

62.61MB

Email:

ap*****@bauermedia.com

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-28

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 464,552 ▼ 1,304

Other platforms

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4.40

(29)

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Developed by:

Bauer Consumer Media Ltd

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bauermedia.steamrailway

Email:

ap*****@bauermedia.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate the high-quality content and unique focus on British heritage steam railways, enjoying the photos and stories. However, many report serious functionality issues such as the app failing to run or load, problems creating accounts, and broken subscription integrations that prevent downloading purchased magazines. Customer support appears unhelpful, leading to frustration among subscribers despite their fondness for the magazine content.

Pros

High-quality content with brilliant photos and stories of preserved steam railways.
Great magazine for steam and heritage railway enthusiasts.
Easy to read on tablets.
Unique content not found in similar apps, especially for British heritage steam railways.

Cons

App often fails to run or stays stuck on the startup screen.
Users face issues with account creation and login functionality.
Broken linkage between app and subscriptions prevents downloading purchased issues.
Customer support is unresponsive or ineffective regarding app and purchase issues.

Recent reviews

App installed successfully but won't run. It just stays on the startup screen forever. I've tried twice, on different days, with exactly the same result both times.