FlightChex vs ACE Checklist Editor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FlightChex
This app provides an easy-to-use checklist for pilots to manage flight procedures. Users can create custom checklists or purchase pre-made ones, ensuring they never lose their place during operations. It's also a valuable training tool for flight simulators.
- Easy-to-use pilot checklists
- Create custom checklists
- Purchase pre-made checklists
- Offline editing capabilities
- Flight simulator training tool
- Checklists for various aircraft models
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FlightChex easy to use Checklist for modern pilots. Works on iPhone, iPod touch and also iPad. Never lose your place again. Advance through your checklist like a pro without losing your place. Edit your checklist from anywhere even without an Internet connection. Improve your flow by editing your checklist on the ramp. Create your own checklists for free or purchase our pre-made checklists. If we don’t have a checklist you are looking for, request your plane. Our team will find any available POH and create a template*. There is no risk, try it today. FlightChex is a great training tool for use with flight simulators as well. Pre-made templates are sold as an In-App Purchase. When a checklist is requested and added to the available checklists, it will be available for purchase. ** It is the pilot in commands responsibility to ensure the checklist they are using is appropriate for their aircraft and that it contains all necessary procedures for a safe flight. Checklists for: Cessna, Piper, Diamond
ACE Checklist Editor
Create, manage, and execute aviation checklists digitally. Designed for pilots, it offers offline functionality, professional templates, and multi-format import/export for enhanced safety and efficiency in the cockpit.
- Digital aviation checklist creation
- Offline functionality
- Multi-format import/export (ACE, ForeFlight, Dynon)
- Professional templates
- Challenge & Response format
- Revision history
- Smart organization by aircraft or phase of flight
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Transform Your Aviation Safety with Professional Digital Checklists ACE Checklist Editor is the professional pilot's choice for creating, managing, and executing aviation checklists on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Designed by pilots for pilots, ACE brings the reliability of paper checklists into the digital age with powerful features that enhance safety and efficiency. WHY PILOTS CHOOSE ACE • Universal Compatibility - Import and export checklists in ACE (.ace), ForeFlight (.fmd), and Dynon formats • Industry-Standard ACE Format - Compatible with Garmin avionics and other systems that support ACE files • Works Offline - All your checklists are stored locally on your device. No internet required in flight • Professional Templates - Start with expertly crafted templates for popular aircraft or create your own from scratch • External Drive Sync - Keep your checklists synchronized across devices using external drives • Smart Organization - Group checklists by aircraft, phase of flight, or custom categories SAFETY-FIRST DESIGN • Challenge & Response Format - Clear distinction between checklist items and expected responses • Emergency Procedures - Quick access to critical checklists with high-visibility formatting • Warning & Caution Items - Color-coded alerts for critical items that demand attention • Revision History - Track all changes with complete version control • No Distractions - Clean, focused interface designed for cockpit use POWERFUL FEATURES • Multi-Format Import & Export - Share checklists in Garmin (.ace) [.gcl and .gplts coming soon], ForeFlight (.fmd), or Dynon formats with other pilots and avionics systems • ForeFlight Integration - Import your existing ForeFlight checklists and export back in encrypted .fmd format • Dynon Compatibility - Full support for Dynon SkyView checklist format with proper line wrapping • Multiple Aircraft - Manage checklists for your entire fleet in one app • Customizable Sections - Organize by phase of flight: Preflight, Startup, Taxi, Takeoff, Cruise, Landing, Shutdown • Rich Formatting - Add notes, references, conditional items, and amplified procedures • Search & Filter - Quickly find any checklist or item across your entire library BUILT FOR REAL PILOTS Whether you're a student pilot building good habits, a CFI managing training aircraft, or a professional pilot flying complex aircraft, ACE adapts to your needs: • Student Pilots: Learn proper checklist discipline with clear, organized procedures • Flight Instructors: Create standardized checklists for your training fleet • Aircraft Owners: Maintain custom checklists that match your specific equipment and STCs • Professional Pilots: Manage multiple aircraft types with airline-style formatting ONE APP, EVERY DEVICE • Native iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps, all in one download • Edit on the Mac with a full desktop window, menus, and keyboard • Document-based app - Open .ace files directly from Files, email, or other apps • iCloud backup keeps your data safe YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL • All checklists stored locally on your device but auto synced via iCloud to other devices you control. • No account required • Core checklist editing is available without a subscription; optional subscriptions and lifetime purchases unlock additional features • Export your data anytime in ACE, ForeFlight, or Dynon formats • Privacy-focused: We never see your checklists IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ACE Checklist Editor is designed to assist pilots but does not replace your aircraft's official Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) or FAA-approved flight manual. Always verify checklist items against your aircraft's official documentation. Every aircraft is unique with different equipment and STCs. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Additional Terms: https://www.acechecklist.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.acechecklist.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: FlightChex at 100% against ACE Checklist Editor's 50%. FlightChex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 18.0). ACE Checklist Editor's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). 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. FlightChex sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and ACE Checklist Editor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FlightChex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of FlightChex's written reviews are positive against 50% of ACE Checklist Editor's.
FlightChex ships an update every 2 months, ACE Checklist Editor every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FlightChex | ACE Checklist Editor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (5 ratings) — better | 3.8 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | David Alsbury | Patrick Michalina |
Customer experience
FlightChex
ACE Checklist Editor
In-app purchases
FlightChex
- Boeing B-17 F/GFree
- Cessna T206H NAV III GFC 700 AFCS$2.99
- Cessna 172B,C$3.99
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- Cessna 172M (1975)$3.99
- Piper Arrow II (PA-28R-200)$3.99
- Diamond Katana DV 20$3.99
- Piper Warrior II (1979 POH)$3.99
- Cessna 150/152$3.99
- Robinson 44$3.99
- Jabiru Calypso 2200$3.99
ACE Checklist Editor
- ACE Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
- ACE Pro Annual$49.991 Year
- Fly Mode (Lifetime)$4.99
- PDF Export (Lifetime)$9.99
- Beechcraft Baron B55 (BE55)$9.99
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- Beechcraft Baron B58 (BE58)$9.99
- Beechcraft Baron B58P (B58T)$9.99
- Beechcraft Duchess (BE76)$9.99
- Piper JETPROP (PA46) Checklist$9.99
- ACE File Access (Lifetime)$99.99
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