Comparison

PPL Navigation Trainer vs Groundschool Anywhere

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PPL Navigation Trainer

Learn essential flight computer calculations for private pilot exams. Practice with automatically generated questions and detailed solutions covering a range of navigation topics. Prepare effectively for your aviation exams with this educational tool.

Highlights
  • Flight computer calculation practice
  • Automatic question generation
  • Detailed problem-solving walkthroughs
  • Covers multiplication, division, and conversions
  • Wind triangle and endurance calculations
  • Course correction and ETA computation
Features
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PPL Navigation Trainer teaches you how to use the Flight Computer, also known as a Whizz Wheel, to perform the navigation calculations you'll need to know to pass your private pilot exams. Revision pages show you how to perform navigation calculations, and then test questions let you practice doing them yourself. The questions are automatically generated to provide almost infinite variety and detailed run-throughs show you how to solve each problem. Topics covered include: - Multiplication and division - Metric to imperial conversions - Fuel weight to volume - Flight endurance calculations - Wind triangle problems - Crosswind limits - True air speed and ETA computation - Course corrections Download for free and trial four topics. PPL Navigation Trainer is the perfect way to prepare for your Navigation and Flight Performance and Planning exams.

About

Groundschool Anywhere

Prepare for Transport Canada aviation exams with comprehensive keynotes and practice questions. Covers Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot, Instrument Rating, and more. Study efficiently for your pilot certifications.

Highlights
  • Transport Canada exam preparation
  • Keynote study materials
  • Practice exam questions
  • Multiple pilot license types
  • Portable study package
Features
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Welcome to Groundschool Anywhere by Sharper Edge Training Solutions Ltd., your ultimate exam preparation companion for aspiring pilots. With Groundschool Anywhere, you can seamlessly prepare for your Transport Canada written and oral aviation exams, all in one convenient and portable package. Groundschool Anywhere provides comprehensive keynotes and practice exam questions tailored for various aviation certifications, including the Private Pilot Licence, Commercial Pilot Licence, Instrument Rating, Instructor Rating, Airline Transport Pilot, and Multi Engine Rating. Unlock access to expertly crafted study materials and exam questions as soon as you purchase an exam preparation guide from Groundschool Anywhere. Dive deep into the keynotes to build a solid foundation of knowledge, then put your understanding to the test with our realistic practice exam questions. Groundschool Anywhere ensures you're fully prepared and confident for your aviation exams, making your study experience efficient and effective. Start your journey to the skies with Groundschool Anywhere today!

Screenshots

PPL Navigation Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Groundschool Anywhere at 5.0 against PPL Navigation Trainer's 1.0. PPL Navigation Trainer's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 40%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PPL Navigation Trainer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Groundschool Anywhere sells 26 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Groundschool Anywhere holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of PPL Navigation Trainer's written reviews are positive against 40% of Groundschool Anywhere's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PPL Navigation Trainer ships an update every 2 months, Groundschool Anywhere every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PPL Navigation Trainer versus Groundschool Anywhere: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPPL Navigation TrainerGroundschool Anywhere
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKarl BunyanSharper Edge Training Solutions Ltd.

Customer experience

PPL Navigation Trainer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

Groundschool Anywhere

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral13.3%
Negative46.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PPL Navigation Trainer

One-time1
  • All subjects$8.99
26 purchases

Groundschool Anywhere

One-time26
  • 2026 Airline Transport Pilot$39.99
  • 2026 Instructor Rating$39.99
  • 2026 Commercial Pilot$39.99
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  • 2026 Private Pilot$39.99
  • 2026 Instrument Rating$39.99
  • 2019 Private Pilot$42.99
  • 2020 Private Pilot$42.99
  • 2020 Commercial Pilot$42.99
  • 2021 Private Pilot$42.99
  • 2022 Private Pilot$42.99
  • 2022 Airline Transport Pilot$42.99
  • 2023 Airline Transport Pilot$42.99
  • 2023 Private Pilot$42.99
  • 2023 Commercial Pilot$42.99
  • 2023 Instrument Rating$42.99
  • 2024 Private Pilot$44.99
  • 2024 Instrument Rating$44.99
  • 2024 Instructor Rating$44.99
  • 2024 Commercial Pilot$44.99
  • 2024 Airline Transport Pilot$44.99
  • 2025 Private Pilot$49.99
  • 2025 Airline Transport Pilot$49.99
  • 2025 Commercial Pilot$49.99
  • 2025 Instrument Rating$49.99
  • 2025 Instructor Rating$49.99
  • Multi Engine Rating 3rd Ed.$49.99

Questions

Is PPL Navigation Trainer free?
PPL Navigation Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Groundschool Anywhere free?
Groundschool Anywhere is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PPL Navigation Trainer or Groundschool Anywhere?
Groundschool Anywhere is rated higher. PPL Navigation Trainer averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Groundschool Anywhere averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do PPL Navigation Trainer or Groundschool Anywhere have ads?
Neither PPL Navigation Trainer nor Groundschool Anywhere shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PPL Navigation Trainer or Groundschool Anywhere?
PPL Navigation Trainer ships an update every 2 months, and Groundschool Anywhere every 3 months. Most recently, PPL Navigation Trainer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Groundschool Anywhere on September 28, 2026.

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