What the importer reads out of your .yrrg file, and what you answer before a layout is created.
Still deciding? Read the TrainController alternative comparison first: it covers RailScanPro, TrainController, JMRI, iTrain and LocoLink, and it says who should stay where they are.
TrainController sales in the USA ended on 30 June 2026, so a new licence, an extra module or a version upgrade is no longer something you can buy.
Your track plan, your switchboards and your roster are all in that file. This page is about reading it into RailScanPro rather than drawing the railroad again.
RailScanPro runs in any modern browser, and RailCommand Desktop ships for Windows, macOS on Apple Silicon and Linux.
RailScanPro is built by Winsit LLC. If the import raises a question, write to support@railscanpro.com.
What you get once your layout is in
| Feature | TrainController | RailScanPro |
|---|---|---|
| USA Sales |
Blocked |
Available |
| Software Updates |
Requires purchase |
Included |
| Platform | Desktop only |
Web + Mobile |
| Data Storage | Locked in .yrrg files |
Cloud backup |
| Customer Support | Forum only |
Direct support |
| Pricing | €300+ one-time |
$29/mo |
| AI Features | None |
GPT-4o Vision |
| Marketplace | None |
Buy/sell equipment |
| Multi-User | Limited |
Native multi-tenant |
| Community | Forum only |
Integrated social |
Three simple steps to migrate your entire roster
Choose your .yrrg file. We read the roster out of it and show you what is in there.
We extract locomotives, cars, layouts, and maintenance history. Review before importing.
The import creates your layout and roster in your account, with anything it could not decide flagged for you rather than guessed.
Read your roster straight out of the file. No account, nothing stored.
Cloud-based platform works anywhere on any device. No installations, no updates to manage, no desktop-only limitations.
Roster management, operations, and marketplace in one platform. TrainController is standalone - we're integrated.
Smart duplicate detection, photo recognition, intelligent suggestions. TrainController has zero AI features.
Share layouts, collaborate with clubs, buy and sell equipment. Not just software - it's a community.
TrainController sales in the USA ended on 30 June 2026. RailScanPro is sold and supported in the USA.
Export anytime, no vendor lock-in. Your data stays yours with automatic backups and open export formats.
Your data stays yours
No vendor lock-in
Export anytime
Absolutely. We use bank-level encryption for all data transfers and storage. Your original .yrrg files remain untouched, and we create a complete backup before any migration. You can export your data at any time.
Yes! Many users run both systems during their transition period. RailScanPro doesn't interfere with TrainController installations. We recommend taking time to explore RailScanPro while keeping your existing setup running.
Write to support@railscanpro.com and we will answer. The importer also shows you every object it decoded before anything is created, so most questions are answered on the review screen itself.
Plans start at $19 a month for Hobbyist, with a 30 day free trial and no long-term contract. Family is $29, Pro is $49, Club is $129 and Museum is $349 a month, and every feature is unlocked on every plan.
We support all major DCC systems including Digitrax (LocoNet), NCE, ESU, DCC++, and DCC-EX. We also integrate with JMRI for maximum compatibility. If you have a specific system, contact us to confirm support.
Layout control and automation features are currently in development based on community feedback. We're building modern, cloud-based equivalents to TrainController's automation features. Join our beta program to influence the roadmap.
Yes. RailScanPro is built for hobbyists, clubs and museums across the globe, and the web app runs in any modern browser.
Upload your .yrrg file, read what the decoder found in it, and decide from there. Your TrainController installation is untouched either way.
Import runs on the web. Nothing is written to your account until you press Create layout.