Comparison

Cockpit App Systems vs 737 Handbook

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

Head to head
About

Cockpit App Systems

This app provides a comprehensive study tool for pilots, focusing on aircraft cockpit systems and procedures. It offers interactive learning for lights and switches, along with customizable flow procedures that can be shared and accessed via the cloud. Users can test their knowledge and access detailed information on hundreds of buttons and switches.

Highlights
  • Interactive lights and switches study
  • Editable and shareable flow procedures
  • Cloud synchronization for flows
  • Information on 300+ buttons and switches
  • User-created flow sharing
  • Switch-related questions for some aircraft
Features
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A320 B737NG E170 CRJ200 available for purchase within one app! Try before you buy! Designed for both the iPad, and iPhone, by professional pilots, instructors and check airman. The app is a "lights and switches" study tool supplemented with editable flows. Flows:  - Study, review, test, and record flows.  - Upload your flows to our cloud. Share them across your devices. - Find flows by other users. Note: Flows are user created only! Newly released airplane types might only have placeholder flows. Light & Switches: - Information about 300+ buttons and switches only a tap away. Other Features: - Some airplane types have questions about switches. Note: Newly released types might not.

About

737 Handbook

An interactive technical guide for pilots, offering quick reference for sim or interview preparation. Features interactive schematics, photos, videos, and a flight deck mock-up. Content is organized for flexible learning, from essential information to in-depth system exploration.

Highlights
  • Interactive schematics
  • Videos of malfunctions and systems
  • FMC simulator with CPDLC/ACARS
  • 737 Flight Deck Mock-up
  • Photo galleries
  • Offline content access
Features
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The 737 Handbook is an interactive technical guide for pilots which provides a quick reference for sim or interview preparation from initial type rating to command upgrade. The app features interactive schematics, photos and videos with unique content. The information is sorted in different levels from most essential information on the page to in-depth information in pop-up windows. This enables you to choose the way you want to learn. Should you require quick reference you can go through the main text in the chapter. Should you, however, wish to explore the systems more in-depth you can do so by opening different pop-up windows, text and playing around with fully interactive schematics. Try it out yourself! Main features: * 226 pages divided into 18 chapters * Over 20 videos of different engine malfunctions and various systems operation * FMC simulator with CPDLC and ACARS * Fully Interactive schematics including Electrical, Fuel, Air Systems and many more * 737 Flight Deck Mock-up * Photo galleries * News section with technical blog posts * All of the content is available offline when online the app checks for content updates Note: The 737 Handbook comes with one chapter and one interactive schematic for free. The rest of the content is available as one time in-app purchase. ——————————————————————————— Terms & Conditions In-App Purchases * The 737 Handbook application offers an “in-app” purchase option which will unlock features listed on the “Unlock Premium Access” page * The “in-app” purchase is valid only on the ecosystem where the “in-app” purchase was made (no cross-platform support) * The “in-app” purchase will unlock premium access on all devices within the ecosystem, provided that the devices are signed in under the same ID * All amounts are payable and charged: * (i) for career pass (lifetime subscription) at the time you place your order * (ii) for type rating pass (6 monthly subscription), at the beginning of the subscription and, because each such subscription renews automatically for an additional period equal in length to the expiring subscription term until you cancel it, at the time of each renewal until you cancel. * You must cancel your subscription before it renews to avoid the billing of the fees for the next subscription period * Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. * Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Automatic renewals will cost the same price you were originally charged for the subscription * You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. * You can cancel the renewal of your subscription with the App Store * You will not receive a refund for the fees you already paid for your current subscription period, and you will continue to use premium access until the end of your current subscription period * App Store subscriptions can be managed from a mobile device or computer that is signed in using the same Apple ID as the initial purchase. The 737 Publishing s.r.o. cannot manage App Store subscriptions. * By purchasing the “premium access” you accept these terms & conditions Full Terms and Conditions: https://737-handbook.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Terms+and+Conditions.pdf Privacy Policy: https://737-handbook.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Privacy+Policy.pdf

Screenshots

Cockpit App Systems4 screens
737 Handbook4 screens

Verdict

The call

Cockpit App Systems and 737 Handbook both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of 737 Handbook's written reviews are positive against 63% of Cockpit App Systems's. 737 Handbook also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Cockpit App Systems sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and 737 Handbook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $16.99 per 6 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Cockpit App Systems against 4.9 for 737 Handbook. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 496 and 247 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of Cockpit App Systems's written reviews are positive against 87% of 737 Handbook's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cockpit App Systems ships an update every 2 months, 737 Handbook every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cockpit App Systems versus 737 Handbook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCockpit App Systems737 Handbook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (496 ratings)4.9 (247 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews87.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings496 — better247
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB51 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperK2K Soft, LLC737 PUBLISHING S.R.O.

Customer experience

Cockpit App Systems

All ratings496 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive63.0%
Neutral9.3%
Negative27.8%

737 Handbook

All ratings246 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive87.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative9.2%

User reviews

Cockpit App Systems

From 496 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Comprehensive A320 systems and cockpit learning tool
  • 📚 Extensive flashcard database with airline-specific study guides
  • ✈️ Customizable flows for different airline SOPs
  • 🎓 Helpful for type rating and recurrent training preparation
  • 📖 Detailed switch and system information

Room to improve

  • 💰 High pricing ($39-$45) for full access
  • 🔐 Misleading free-to-download model with paywall
  • ❌ Limited free version (only electrical panel accessible)
  • 🖼️ Static image-based interface without interactive button functionality
  • 🎨 Basic and unintuitive UI design

737 Handbook

From 247 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Very informative and well-presented
  • 👍 Excellent for learning and reference
  • 👍 Great diagrams and visuals
  • 👍 Helpful for pilots and trainees
  • 👍 Worth the investment/cost

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App doesn't work offline
  • 🐛 Sensitive/unintuitive touch controls
  • 🐛 Expensive for what it offers
  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Slow loading times/stuck at percentages

Bugs and requests

Cockpit App Systems

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App crashes after updates and won't open
  • Settings and study menus display blank items
  • Full version purchase doesn't unlock features
  • Trial activation requires in-app purchase despite free claim
  • App stops working after approximately one month of purchase
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  • Inconsistent functionality across iOS versions
  • Paid content not accessible after payment

Requested features

14 requests
  • French language version or automatic translation feature
  • B737 aircraft variant support
  • Updated fuel panel for A321
  • Additional overhead panel items (data link, maintenance panel)
  • Multiple selectable systems in System Display
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  • Resizable rectangles for flow testing instead of fixed circles
  • Disable automatic zoom on switch interactions
  • Edit function for button/item location selection
  • Character counter for flow creation
  • More detailed switch information and descriptions
  • Correct IR modes (FAULT, ALIGN instead of OFF, FAULT)
  • Airline-specific flow accuracy (DAL flows mentioned)
  • ECAM pages readable alongside other content
  • Better text formatting and indentation for note clarity

737 Handbook

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App doesn't work offline
  • Stuck at loading percentages (e.g., 56%, 57%)
  • Premium content not available after purchase
  • App fails to start after updates
  • App not working on iOS 12.5.5
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  • App crashes often
  • Interactive components are very sensitive to touch

Requested features

6 requests
  • Make app available offline
  • Improve interactive component intuitiveness
  • Develop app for other aircraft models (e.g., 777)
  • Add feature to highlight words and make in-app notes
  • Consider sales/discounts on the app
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  • Develop an app for maintenance engineers

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Cockpit App Systems

One-time15
  • Full Access (Free)Free
  • TrialFree
  • Promotional Free AccessFree
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  • Access to Descriptions$19.99
  • A320 One Time Promotion$19.99
  • Access to Flashcards$24.99
  • Access to Flows$24.99
  • CRJ200 Full Access$49.99
  • CRJ200 Promo$49.99
  • B737NG Full Access$49.99
  • B737NG Promo$49.99
  • Full Access$49.99
  • E170 Full Access$49.99
  • E170 Promo$49.99
  • App-wide FUll Access$200.00
2 purchases

737 Handbook

Subscriptions1
  • Type Rating Pass (6-monthly)$16.996 Months
One-time1
  • Career Pass (Lifetime)$54.99

Questions

Is Cockpit App Systems free?
Cockpit App Systems is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 737 Handbook free?
737 Handbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cockpit App Systems or 737 Handbook?
737 Handbook is rated higher. Cockpit App Systems averages 4.8 out of 5 from 496 ratings, while 737 Handbook averages 4.9 from 247 ratings.
Do Cockpit App Systems or 737 Handbook have ads?
Neither Cockpit App Systems nor 737 Handbook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cockpit App Systems or 737 Handbook?
Cockpit App Systems ships an update every 2 months, and 737 Handbook every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cockpit App Systems was updated on October 26, 2026 and 737 Handbook on October 26, 2026.

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