# FlightLog App vs Smart Logbook

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Logbook at 4.8 against FlightLog App's 4.5. Smart Logbook also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 77%) and ratings volume (153 vs 23). FlightLog App's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlightLog App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Smart Logbook sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Logbook holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Logbook has 153 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of FlightLog App's written reviews are positive against 93% of Smart Logbook's.

FlightLog App ships an update every 3 weeks, Smart Logbook every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlightLog App | Smart Logbook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightlog-app/id1240868095/reviews) | **[4.8 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-logbook/id1265793520/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **153** |
| Positive reviews | 76.8% of reviews | **93.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jean-Philippe Bouchi-Lamontagne](https://appshunter.io/developer/784608899) | [Kviation, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1265793519) |

## What reviewers say

### FlightLog App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightlog-app/id1240868095)

Log all flight details, manage aircraft, and track certificates. Features include a dashboard overview, comprehensive statistics, and advanced tools for flight time limitations and fatigue risk management.

**Highlights:** Flight logging, Aircraft management, Certificates & qualifications tracking, Dashboard overview, Comprehensive statistics, Flight Time Limitations (FTL) monitoring, Fatigue Risk Management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| PRO Yearly | $22.99 | per year |
| FlightLog PRO | $199.00 | one-time |


### Smart Logbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-logbook/id1265793520)

Effortlessly log flight hours, track currency, and manage pilot certifications. Visualize your flight history on an interactive map and receive timely renewal reminders for medicals and training. Supports various international regulations and export formats.

**Highlights:** Fast and easy flight logging, Customizable totals calculation, Currency and limit tracking, Medical and training renewal reminders, Interactive flight map, Electronic signature capture, Multiple export formats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sync (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Sync (yearly) | $14.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Flights (discounted) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Flights (on sale) | $23.95 | one-time |
| Unlimited Flights | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💰 Affordable one-time payment
- 🚀 Seamless syncing across devices
- 🛠️ Highly customizable
- 🌟 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Rare updates
- 🐛 Small but frustrating bugs
- 🐛 Sorting issues (requires UTC date setting)
- ❓ Bug reporting requires third-party registration
- ❓ Registration form missing (only sign-in available)

**Reported bugs**

- Multiple sectors during one day sorted by name, not by time of departure
- Some airports missing (e.g., VDTI)
- Flights added as simulator flights
- Search function is terrible, impossible to find crew member
- Cross-platform purchase restoration issues (Android to iOS)

**Requested features**

- Ability to input waypoints instead of just airports
- Automatically add normal flight times for a route
- Separate flights by year on the main page for better overview
- Display flight direction on the map
- Allow custom names in the create an airport option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlightLog App free?

FlightLog App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart Logbook free?

Smart Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FlightLog App or Smart Logbook?

Smart Logbook is rated higher. FlightLog App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Smart Logbook averages 4.8 from 153 ratings.

### Do FlightLog App or Smart Logbook have ads?

Neither FlightLog App nor Smart Logbook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlightLog App or Smart Logbook?

FlightLog App ships an update every 3 weeks, and Smart Logbook every 3 months. Most recently, FlightLog App was updated on September 22, 2026 and Smart Logbook on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*