Aviation Theory vs AvMath
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Aviation Theory
This app provides high-quality aviation training manuals and reference materials for pilots of all license levels. Developed by an Australian family business with over 25 years of experience, its content is CASA compliant and aligns with ICAO requirements.
- Pilot training manuals
- Reference media
- All license levels
- CASA compliant
- ICAO aligned
- Australian developed
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Aviation Theory Centre (ATC) is a Australian family owned business, that was developed to provide the aviation industry the highest quality training manuals and reference media for pilots โ for all license levels and ratings. The company has been in existence for more than twenty-five years, originating in Melbourne and relocating to Brisbane in 2009. Aviation Theory Centre researches, authors, illustrates, and edits all of its own material. Aviation Theory Centre has established a network of consultants who advise, critique and edit the drafts. OUR MANUALS ARE CASA COMPLIANT The Australian series of manuals complies with the CASA syllabus which in turn, is aligned with ICAO requirements. Aviation Theory Centre has also prepared books for publication in the US and UK through partner companies, ASA and Pooleys, respectively.
AvMath
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AvMath is a mental math education and training tool for pilots to improve their mental math skills. Whether you are a student, private or commercial pilot you will learn rules of thumb and methods for quick calculations of speeds, distance, altitudes and time, then challenge yourself to train and improve applying these in realistic aviation scenarios. Every answer is explained in detail while you track your improvement with records and achievements and challenge yourself with increasing levels of difficulty. Learn common Rules of Thumb - Crosswind Component - One in Sixty - Density Altitude (inHg and hpa) - True Airspeed - Vertical Navigation - Drift Angle Apply in Real Aviation Scenarios - Crosswind - One in Sixty navigation - Enroute Wind - Fuel Planning - Vertical Navigation - True Airspeed - Density Altitude - Descent Planning - Quick Calculations - Trip Planning
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AvMath at daily against Aviation Theory's every 4 months. Aviation Theory's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Aviation Theory sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and AvMath sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Aviation Theory ships an update every 4 months, AvMath daily. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Aviation Theory | AvMath |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 22.2% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Daily โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 โ better | 16.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aviation Theory Centre | Elemental Services Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
Aviation Theory
- IFG (2018)$21.99
- Visual Flight Guide 2019$22.99
- Avionics & Flight Mngmt Sys EE$39.00
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- Multi-Engine Piston [EE]$39.00
- Night Flight [EE]$39.00
- Aviation Meteorology [EE]$49.00
- Aircraft Propulsion [EE]$49.00
- Human Being Pilot Set [EE]$79.99
- Private Pilotsโ License$99.99
- Seven Volume PPL/CPL Kit$149.99
- Instrument Rating Set [EE]$149.99
AvMath
- Premium Version$4.99
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