San Francisco Flight Simulator vs Real Flight Simulator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
San Francisco Flight Simulator
Experience the thrill of flight over San Francisco. Pilot a variety of aircraft through diverse weather conditions and times of day. Explore iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge from a unique aerial perspective.
- Explore San Francisco by air
- Fly past the Golden Gate Bridge
- Includes 24 aircraft
- Multiple airports
- Variable weather conditions
- Day and dusk flying
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Explore the city of San Francisco by air! Fly past the Golden Gate Bridge! Includes 24 aircraft and multiple airports. Fly in wind, rain, at dusk or a on beautiful San Francisco summer day.
Real Flight Simulator
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Real Flight Simulator 3D Ready for takeoff, Captain? Step into the cockpit, fire up the engines, and feel the thrill of aviation like never before in Real Flight Simulator 3D — the most realistic airplane game for true flying enthusiasts. This isn’t just another flight game. It’s your chance to command powerful jumbo jets, master smooth takeoff and extreme landings, and experience the rush of real air traffic and changing weather conditions. Fly six iconic aircraft built with advanced Airfoil physics that make every movement, tilt, and turn feel authentic. From peaceful cruising to high-stakes emergencies, every flight tests your focus, precision, and instincts as a professional flight pilot. Stormy skies ahead? Stay calm. Manage air control, handle turbulence, and navigate tough aviation challenges while keeping your passengers safe. Every mission brings a new level of excitement and realism. Prefer a relaxing flight? Switch to Free Fly Mode and explore without limits. Enjoy stunning views, dynamic weather conditions, and open skies in one of the best flying games available. Inside the cockpit, every detail counts. Every switch, lever, and gauge responds realistically, giving you full control of your airplane simulator experience. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pilot game fan, you’ll find challenges that fit your skill level. Game Features • Fly six legendary jumbo jets built for realism • True-to-life Airfoil physics and flight simulation • Face high-stakes missions and extreme landing scenarios • Smooth takeoff and precision landings • Dynamic weather conditions and day/night transitions • Realistic air traffic and authentic air control systems • Free Fly Mode for unlimited exploration • Perfect for both new and experienced pilots Real Flight Simulator 3D captures the excitement, freedom, and challenge of true aviation. Take control, trust your instincts, and master the skies in the ultimate airplane simulator game. Your flight begins now, Captain. PRIVACY POLICY: https://gameexperts.co/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: San Francisco Flight Simulator at none against Real Flight Simulator's shown. San Francisco Flight Simulator also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. San Francisco Flight Simulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Real Flight Simulator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | San Francisco Flight Simulator | Real Flight Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (160 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 160 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 348 MB | 202 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tri One Games | Objects |
Bugs and requests
San Francisco Flight Simulator
Reported bugs
18 issues- Parking is way too hard
- Coins not received after parking
- Hard to take off from some airports
- Hard to land at airports with short runways
- Half the planes are too light or heavy
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- Can't land
- Cannot take off from runways
- Joystick is too sensitive
- Controls do not work
- So glitchy can’t see were your going
- Game unfinished lots of glitches
- Air speed on jets is too slow
- Jets crash a lot
- Plane crashes on one of the runways
- Confusing path helpers and radar
- Crashed to normal road
- Crap handling
- No manoeuvrability or sensitivity to controls
Requested features
17 requests- Add more aircraft
- Change aircraft destinations
- Add aircraft carrier airport
- Add a Night Level
- Add a map/radar
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- Add more SF areas
- Better controls
- Earn more coins for longer distances
- Update the app
- Add more money for perfect landings
- Add new routes
- Calibrate accelerometer
- Altimeter that works
- More coins per mission
- Add old planes
- Fix Oaklands runways
- Make runways better
Real Flight Simulator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
San Francisco Flight Simulator
- Unlock Game$6.99
Real Flight Simulator
- Remove Ads$4.99
- Unlock All Levels$5.99
- Unlock All Planes$7.99
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- Unlock Everythings$12.99
Questions
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