Best apps like Plex Pilot

41+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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10 free apps
Updated July 2026

Plex Pilot is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 41+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Plex Pilot

Safe2Fly#1

Safe2Fly by pablo rendon

Companion App to fly your UAV
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
1.3(3 ratings)
Free
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This app provides real-time information on restricted airspace, local rules, and weather conditions for drone pilots. Users can contribute by adding and editing data, fostering a community-driven knowledge base for safe and informed flights.

Time2Fly#2

Time2Fly by Distillery, OOO

Best time for flying a drone
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
1.5(2 ratings)
Free
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This app helps drone pilots find optimal flying conditions, including "golden hour" for photography. It provides detailed weather forecasts, solar activity, and satellite information.

NM Assistant#3

NM Assistant by SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD

Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
3.7(13 ratings)
Free
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Configure and adjust flight parameters for NAZA-M drones in real-time using your iOS device. Offers remote adjustment of gain values for enhanced stability and seamless cloud backup of settings. Eliminates the need for a laptop, drivers, or data cables.

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Tap2Map - Flight Planner
Tap2Map - Flight Planner
Tap2Map - Flight Planner
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This application helps DJI drone pilots plan and execute complex aerial surveys. It offers multiple mission types, terrain following, and advanced camera controls for optimal image collection. Features include KML import, battery-based area division, and post-flight visual quality checking.

Multiple flight mission types (Polygon, Grid, Facade)Terrain FollowingKML Import
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Drone Buddy: Fly Drone Safely
Drone Buddy: Fly Drone Safely
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This app provides drone pilots with essential flight data, including weather radar, wind maps, and no-fly zone information. It helps users plan safe flights, discover new flying locations, and stay updated on drone news. An optional subscription offers advanced features.

Weather radar and wind mapsNo-fly zone dataBest flying window forecasts
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3Dsurvey Pilot
3Dsurvey Pilot
3Dsurvey Pilot
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This app transforms consumer drones into surveying and mapping tools. It allows users to plan automated flight missions and capture geo-referenced images for post-flight processing with companion software. Generate accurate 3D models, orthophotos, and topographic maps.

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Dronelink Flight
Dronelink Flight
Dronelink Flight
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Automate drone flights for mapping, inspections, and more with advanced mission planning and execution tools. Supports leading drone brands and offers manual flight control in the free version, with automated features available via paid plans.

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Airdata HD Sync
Airdata HD Sync
Airdata HD Sync
Is your drone healthy?
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This app helps drone pilots monitor their aircraft's health by uploading flight log files directly to a cloud service. It simplifies the process of reviewing "under the hood" data to identify potential issues before flights, ensuring a safer flying experience.

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PIX4Dscan
PIX4Dscan
PIX4Dscan
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This professional drone flight application enables visual inspections and data collection for asset management. It offers manual and automatic flight plans for various structures, guiding users to capture actionable data for creating 2D and 3D models.

Manual and automatic drone flightsBuilt-in flight plans for vertical/horizontal structuresSemi-automatic plans for cell/transmission towers
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WM Assistant
WM Assistant
WM Assistant
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Configure and adjust flight parameters for WooKong-M drones in real-time using your iOS device. Offers seamless data import/export and cloud backup for easy restoration across devices.

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