Best apps like SkyTimer

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
8 free apps
Updated October 2026

Looking for something like SkyTimer? We've analyzed 9+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to SkyTimer

NRST#1

NRST by Toonsy Net

Descent Rate & Airport Finder
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.5(8 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app helps pilots navigate by providing essential airport information, including distance, elevation, and required descent rates. It offers real-time data updates and customizable descent settings for various aircraft types. Worldwide airport coverage is available, with daily database updates.

TLAR#2

TLAR by Owyhee Aviation, LLC

Aircraft Performance
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
5.0(5 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app calculates aircraft performance for general aviation pilots, including takeoff, climb, cruise, and landing. It offers basic calculations for pre-loaded aircraft in the free version, with advanced real-time, dynamic performance metrics and emergency glide functionality in its subscription tiers.

Hughes App#3

Hughes App by HUGHES Aerospace

Navigation & Weather on the go
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.9(8 ratings)
Free
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This aviation app provides USHST members with dynamic moving maps, georeferenced charts, and comprehensive aeronautical data. It offers live weather updates, exclusive content, and robust safety tools for reporting issues and requesting services.

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FlyQ+ EFB
FlyQ+ EFB
FlyQ+ EFB
by Seattle Avionics, Inc.
Free

This aviation app simplifies flying with integrated features like a glide ring, graphical weather, and a detailed global map. It offers advanced weather analysis, augmented reality situational awareness, and wireless data transfer to certified avionics. Track flights, analyze performance, and receive GPS anomaly detection for enhanced safety.

Global Digital Map with adjustable detail4D Predictive Weather analysisAugmented Reality (AR) situational awareness
🗺️ Navigation
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SocialFlight
SocialFlight
SocialFlight
by SalesApproach, Inc
Free

Discover aviation events, attractions, and airport dining worldwide. Earn rewards and points for your travels, and access free FAA training courses. Connect with fellow aviation enthusiasts and share your passion.

20,000+ Aviation Events MappedAirport Restaurants & AttractionsFree FAA WINGS & IA Renewal Courses
🗺️ Navigation
(139)
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Stratus Horizon Pro
Stratus Horizon Pro
Stratus Horizon Pro
AHRS & Radio Transcription
Free

This app provides a backup Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) for pilots, displaying pitch and bank information on a tablet. It also offers radio transcription and playback of air traffic control communications, converting audio to text for easy reference. Firmware updates for compatible devices are also available.

Backup Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS)Responsive pitch and bank instrument displayAutomatic AHRS alignment
🗺️ Navigation
(36)
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iFly EFB
iFly EFB
iFly EFB
by Adventure Pilot, LLC
Free

This app provides pilots with essential flight information in an easy-to-use format for both VFR and IFR flying. It offers advanced navigation features, real-time weather, and safety alerts to enhance situational awareness and simplify flight planning.

Geo-Reference Approach Plates & Airport Diagrams3D Synthetic Vision / EFIS ModeTerrain, Obstructions, Traffic, Airspace Alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(353)
free with in-app purchases
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Altimeter+
Altimeter+
Altimeter+
Barometer, GPS & ASTER
$1.99

This app measures your current altitude using GPS, ASTER data, or your device's barometer. It offers an integrated map with peak data, a compass, and distance grids, functioning even without active GPS.

GPS, ASTER, and barometer altitude measurementAverage altitude calculationIntegral map with peak indicator
🗺️ Navigation
(700)
free
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AltitudeAlert
AltitudeAlert
AltitudeAlert
Advanced Altitude Management
Free

This app provides advanced altitude management for pilots, featuring VNAV for precise altitude control and ALT HOLD mode for VFR pilots. It offers customizable spoken alerts for altitude assignments and approach minimums, ensuring pilots never miss critical altitude cues.

VNAV (Vertical Navigation)ALT HOLD Mode for VFR pilotsCustomizable spoken altitude alerts
🗺️ Navigation
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subscription