Best Simple Xwind alternatives: apps like Simple Xwind

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Simple Xwind or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Simple Xwind

E6B Aviation Calculator - FLT9#1

E6B Aviation Calculator - FLT9 by Raj Jeshang

Flight Computer and EFB
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.3(41 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a comprehensive suite of aviation calculators, including E6B functions, ascent/descent planning, fuel calculations, and weight & balance. It supports various unit conversions and offers customizable default units for international users.

GoFly: E6B Aviation Calculator#2

GoFly: E6B Aviation Calculator by Trevor Welsh

Flight Computer for Pilots
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.4(18 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This aviation calculator provides pilots with fast, accurate flight planning tools. It features a live wind triangle, detailed calculation breakdowns, and core E6B functions. The app also includes a METAR decoder and weight & balance calculations, with offline functionality for most features.

3.5(14 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Facilitates direct, real-time text messaging between aircrew and Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Customer Service Representatives. Enables communication of itinerary changes and passenger requests from anywhere globally, including when outside radio range. Includes aircraft details and read receipts for efficient coordination.

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LogTen Pilot Logbook
LogTen Pilot Logbook
LogTen Pilot Logbook
Digital Electronic Flight Log
Free

This digital flight logbook helps pilots manage their flight hours, track currency, and prepare for career opportunities. It offers automated data entry, customizable reports, and career matching tools. A free trial is available for the first 50 hours of flight time.

Lightning-fast data entryAutomated and customizable loggingSyncs across all devices
🔧 Utilities
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freemium
5
iFly Weight and Balance
iFly Weight and Balance
iFly Weight and Balance
by American Aeronautics
Free

This app simplifies aircraft weight and balance calculations for corporate and commercial operators. It provides custom-created weight and balance systems for any aircraft, pre-setting starting weights and CG. Users easily input passenger, baggage, and fuel loads, with visual indicators for exceeding limits.

Custom aircraft weight and balance systemsPre-set starting weights and CGVisual limit indicators
🔧 Utilities
(568)
paid
6
C172 Performance
C172 Performance
C172 Performance
For Cessna 172
Free

This app calculates essential flight performance data for Cessna 172 and 150 aircraft. It covers takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, instrument procedures, and emergencies, with additional tools for holds and glide calculations. Cloud sync ensures your flight plans are accessible across devices.

Takeoff and landing calculationsClimb, cruise, and descent performanceInstrument procedure planning
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ad-supported
7
PA28 Performance
PA28 Performance
PA28 Performance
For Piper PA-28
Free

This app calculates essential performance data for Piper PA-28 aircraft flight planning. It covers takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, and emergency procedures, along with an interactive hold calculator and risk analysis tool. Cloud sync ensures your flight plans are accessible across all your devices.

Flight performance calculationsTakeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descentEmergency procedures
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(18)
ad-supported
8
Radar Performance
Radar Performance
Radar Performance
Aircraft radar calculator
Free

This application calculates the geometry of aircraft weather radar beams relative to Earth, the freezing level, and the "bright band" for optimal weather detection. It identifies areas on the radar display where the beam is too high or low for effective weather detection and highlights potential ground returns.

Calculates weather radar beam geometryConsiders Earth and freezing levelIdentifies optimal detection altitudes
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(4)
ad-supported
9
Zulu Time
Zulu Time
Zulu Time
UTC time app and complication
$0.99

This app displays local and UTC (Zulu) time, along with multiple time zones, on your iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad. It offers widgets for quick access and features for calculating future or past times with offsets, simplifying timezone conversions for various professions.

Display local and Zulu (UTC) timeMultiple time zone displayHome and Lock Screen widgets
🔧 Utilities
(2.6K)
free
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Flight-Time
Flight-Time
Flight-Time
Time Calculations for Pilots
Free

This app assists pilots and flight crews with accurate time tracking for flights. It calculates elapsed time, flight logs, and flight plan segments, offering a clean interface for professional use. A subscription is required for full access.

Elapsed time calculationFlight log trackingFlight plan segment calculation
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subscription