Touch CDU vs EMB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Touch CDU
This application simulates a realistic flight management system control display unit for pilot training. It offers full functionality of a physical unit wirelessly via Wi-Fi, providing a cost-effective solution for familiarization programs.
- Virtual CDU simulation
- Wireless Wi-Fi connection
- Data entry and key selection
- Multiple display size options
- Cost-effective training tool
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The Touch CDU iPad app by Universal Avionics is designed to be used with the companyís FMST Desktop Software program to simulate a realistic FPCDU without the expense of purchasing the physical unit. Itís a perfect complement to any in-house training or familiarization program for Universal Avionics FMS. Touch CDU provides a virtual CDU experience for students, with all the functionality the physical FPCDU provides including data entry, Line Select Key selection, and Function Key selection. With wireless connection via Wi-Fi to the computer terminal, cabling between the FPCDU and computer are no longer needed, making for clutter-free desktop for students. Features: - Acts as a virtual CDU and allows you to interact with the FMST via iPad - 4" FPCDU, 5" FPCDU or MCDU display options - Supports FMST v1.0 and later - Wi-Fi connection to PC Benefits: - Cost-effective replacement for physical FPCDUs - Wireless connection to computer-based computer training Requirements: - FMST Desktop Software - Valid license key for FMST Desktop Software with Touch CDU iPad App module - Wireless router or other network structure
EMB
Master the Embraer 145 bleed system with this interactive simulator. Practice different configurations and learn to avoid common EICAS alerts, allowing you to focus on essential flight tasks.
- Interactive bleed system panel
- Practice different configurations
- Learn to avoid EICAS alerts
- Focus on essential flight tasks
- Proficiency training
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The Embraer 145 Bleed System panel looks straightforward but could use a little practice for becoming proficient and understanding the different configurations. Be the first kid on the block not to get a Master Caution - PAC1/2 VLV FAIL during IOE! It's a nuisance message, indeed, but operating the system to minimize exposure to these EICAS alerts is a good goal so we can focus on meaningful tasks like taxiing.
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EMB at 5.0 against Touch CDU's 2.3. Touch CDU's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EMB holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 4 respectively.
| Parameter | Touch CDU | EMB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 4 |
| Update frequency | — | Every 62 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 460 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Universal Avionics Systems Corporation | Brandon Esten |
Customer experience
Touch CDU
EMB
In-app purchases
Touch CDU
No in-app purchases
EMB
No in-app purchases









