Comparison

Pluto Controller vs SimuDrone

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

Head to head
About

Pluto Controller

Control a DIY nano-drone with your smartphone. Features include pilot-friendly controls, automated flight, HD camera streaming, and diagnostic tools. Create a pilot profile to track and share your flight stats.

Highlights
  • Pilot-friendly flight controls
  • Automated take-off and flip maneuvers
  • HD streaming and camera functions
  • Pilot profile with in-flight stats
  • Drone diagnosis and calibration
Features
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Pluto is a Smartphone Controlled DIY nano-drone by Drona Aviation, India’s first nano-drone company, based out of IIT Bombay. Pluto Controller is the application used to fly Pluto. It connects to the Drone’s WiFi Hotspot, giving the user access to the Drone’s Flight Control System. Pluto Controller boasts of a number of convenient features that make flying Pluto a comfortable and enjoyable experience. PILOT-FRIENDLY CONTROLS Pluto Controller app makes for comfortable and enjoyable flight experience with Pluto. It features a number of flight options that can be selected by the pilot as per preference and is absolutely user-friendly. AUTOMATED FLIGHT AND FANCY MOVES With newly integrated automated commands, you can now avoid the hassle of manually making Pluto take off and you can now show off with your Pluto with the Flip Controls in the revamped Pluto Controller app! HD STREAMING AND CAMERA FUNCTIONS Use Pluto camera with hd streaming, video, photo and flip lens functions. PILOT PROFILE AND STATS Create your own Pluto Pilot Profile and show off your in-flight stats with your friends! Compete with them to see who can get the longest flight time! DIAGNOSIS (INCLUDE CALIBRATION, MOTOR TEST) Diagnosing your drone is as simple as a screen tap away. All diagnosis options including sensor calibration, motor testing are available in the Pluto Controller App settings and the pilot can ensure optimal performance from the Drone using these settings.

About

SimuDrone

Practice drone maneuvers and flight modes in a realistic simulation environment. Use your own DJI remote controller to build muscle memory and flying skills without the risk of damage or costly repairs.

Highlights
  • Crash-free learning environment
  • Practice with DJI remote controller
  • Realistic physics simulation
  • Build muscle memory and flying skill
  • Learn complex maneuvers and flight modes
Features
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*This version is not compatible with DJI Mini 4K remote controller. -Crash-Free Confidence: Learn complex maneuvers and flight modes without ever worrying about damage or expensive repairs. -Practice Prepares Perfect: Use your own DJI remote controller to build muscle memory and true flying skill before leaving the ground. -Realistic Physics, Pure Fun: Enjoy authentic, lifelike drone simulation designed to keep your practice hours engaging and effective.

Screenshots

Pluto Controller4 screens
SimuDrone4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pluto Controller and SimuDrone both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of Pluto Controller's written reviews are positive against 36% of SimuDrone's. Pluto Controller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13). SimuDrone's advantage is ratings volume (247 vs 8). On price, rating, 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. SimuDrone sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Pluto Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Pluto Controller against 4.0 for SimuDrone. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SimuDrone has 247 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Pluto Controller's written reviews are positive against 36% of SimuDrone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pluto Controller ships an update every 2 months, SimuDrone every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Pluto Controller versus SimuDrone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPluto ControllerSimuDrone
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (8 ratings)4.0 (247 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better35.7% of reviews
Number of ratings8247 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS1414.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB301 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrona Aviation Private LimitedMustafa Akkuzu

Customer experience

Pluto Controller

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

SimuDrone

All ratings247 ratings
Positive72.9%
Neutral7.3%
Negative19.8%
Written reviews249 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral15.3%
Negative49.0%

Bugs and requests

Pluto Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

SimuDrone

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Controller won't connect to app (multiple controller models affected)
  • App crashes and lockups, especially in city map
  • Flight orientation changes randomly mid-flight
  • Purchased maps/coins disappear after updates
  • Drone selection option disappears after initial setup
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  • Internet connection check fails despite valid connection
  • RC controller connection takes very long time
  • Purchased unlimited coins don't unlock all features
  • Incompatible with DJI RC-N1, RC-N1C, RC-N3, Mini 4K, DJI FPV Motion Controller 3, and DJI C5 controllers

Requested features

13 requests
  • More maps and environments (forest, outdoor scenes)
  • Controller sensitivity adjustment settings
  • Better graphics quality
  • One-time purchase option instead of coin system
  • Ad-supported free play option
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  • Telemetry data display
  • Moving objects to track (cars, etc.)
  • Ability to change drone type after initial selection
  • Flight mode synchronization with controller
  • Skip initial takeoff sequence
  • Custom music playback from phone library
  • Better instructions for earning stars
  • Support for more DJI controller models

In-app purchases

None

Pluto Controller

No in-app purchases

13 purchases

SimuDrone

One-time13
  • Buy 30 Coins$0.99
  • Unlock Factory 2$0.99
  • Unlock Settlement$0.99
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  • Unlock Parking$0.99
  • Unlock Industry$0.99
  • Unlock Island$0.99
  • Get 70 Coins$1.99
  • 50 monedas$1.99
  • Unlock 3 Maps$1.99
  • 150 Coins$2.49
  • 500 Coins$2.99
  • Unlimited Coins$3.49
  • Combo Pack$3.99

Questions

Is Pluto Controller free?
Pluto Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SimuDrone free?
SimuDrone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pluto Controller or SimuDrone?
Pluto Controller and SimuDrone are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 8 and 247 ratings respectively.
Do Pluto Controller or SimuDrone have ads?
Neither Pluto Controller nor SimuDrone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pluto Controller or SimuDrone?
Pluto Controller ships an update every 2 months, and SimuDrone every 3 months. Most recently, Pluto Controller was updated on September 13, 2026 and SimuDrone on September 24, 2026.

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