Comparison

SkyPilot vs Pilotflows

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

Head to head
About

SkyPilot

A digital flight logbook for pilots to easily manage and add new entries. It allows for detailed recording of flight information, including times, aircraft, and pilot details. The app offers a Pro in-app purchase to unlock full features beyond the initial free entry limit.

Highlights
  • Digital flight logbook
  • Fast and easy entry management
  • Detailed flight information recording
  • Pro in-app purchase for full features
  • Migration support from SkyPilot 2
  • Clean user interface
Features
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SkyPilot is the digital flight logbook solution for pilots. It features a clean interface which makes managing and adding new logbook entries fast and easy. Following infos can be stored: • Arrival / Departure • Aircraft • Takeoff & Landing time • Landing count • Pilot in command • IFR • Night • Notes & Remarks As SkyPilot will get more features in upcoming updates, we switched from free to a Pro in-app purchase in order to unlock full features. (The free version is limited to 5 logbook entries.)

About

Pilotflows

Features
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Pilotflows is a modern aviation logbook built for pilots, student pilots, skydivers, and flight schools who want a structured, reliable, and easy way to manage their flying history and qualifications in one place. It replaces paper logbooks and scattered spreadsheets with a centralized digital system designed around real pilot workflows—fast to use, precise in detail, and suitable for both casual flying and professional training environments. Key features include: • Flight logging with detailed entry structure (aircraft, route, conditions, roles, flight time breakdowns, remarks) • Fast input flow designed for cockpit-adjacent or post-flight logging • Automatic totals and flight hour calculations across categories • Currency and recency tracking to stay compliant and current • Personal aviation profile with complete flight history overview • Offline mode so flights can be logged without connectivity and synced later Pilotflows also acts as a complete record system for your aviation credentials: • Storage of licenses, ratings, and endorsements • Tracking of certificate validity and expiry dates • Secure document uploads for medical certificates, training records, and official documents • Centralized view of all qualifications linked to your pilot profile For progression and insight, Pilotflows provides clear visibility into your flying experience: • Breakdown of hours by aircraft type, role, and conditions • Progress tracking over time for training and personal development • Clean summaries that help you understand your overall flight experience at a glance The system is designed to support different types of users: • Private pilots managing personal flight history • Student pilots tracking training progress toward licenses • Commercial pilots maintaining ongoing currency and documentation • Skydivers logging jumps and operational experience • Flight schools structuring student records and training progression Pilotflows focuses on accuracy, clarity, and long-term reliability. Every feature is designed to reduce administrative overhead and give pilots a clear, complete, and always up-to-date view of their aviation journey. Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SkyPilot4 screens
Pilotflows4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pilotflows at every 2 days against SkyPilot's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SkyPilot sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Pilotflows sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkyPilot ships an update every 3 weeks, Pilotflows every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
SkyPilot versus Pilotflows: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyPilotPilotflows
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (13 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristoph SchulzPilotflows

In-app purchases

4 purchases

SkyPilot

One-time4
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$1.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
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  • SkyPilot 3 Pro$5.99
4 purchases

Pilotflows

Subscriptions4
  • Pro (Monthly)$5.991 Month
  • Pro+ (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Pro (Yearly)$59.991 Year
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  • Pro+ (Yearly)$99.991 Year

Questions

Is SkyPilot free?
SkyPilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pilotflows free?
Pilotflows is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SkyPilot or Pilotflows have ads?
Neither SkyPilot nor Pilotflows shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SkyPilot or Pilotflows?
SkyPilot ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pilotflows every 2 days. Most recently, SkyPilot was updated on October 29, 2026 and Pilotflows on October 24, 2026.

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