Comparison

VR Flight Simulator Pro vs Sailing Ship Simulator

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

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About

VR Flight Simulator Pro

Experience realistic flight simulation in virtual reality using your smartphone. Interact with cockpit controls, perform takeoffs and landings, and enjoy immersive visuals and sound effects. Compatible with mobile VR headsets.

Highlights
  • Virtual reality flight experience
  • Interactive cockpit buttons and switches
  • Realistic aircraft physics and aerodynamics
  • Day/Night cycles
  • Cockpit and wing-view cameras
  • Ground and flight controls
Features
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Enjoy one the best Virtual Reality experiences currently available for mobile devices! • Feel what it's like flying inside the cockpit of a real aircraft, by simply using your smartphone. • Interact with cockpit buttons, switches and levers. • Push-back, taxi to runway, take-off, fly, land. IMPORTANT NOTE: This app is compatible with all VR headsets suitable for mobile devices (such as cardboard or others). You may have to scan the appropriate QR code that provides the best vision quality and adjustments for your headset. (Tap on the gear icon) Main Features: -------------- • 2 aircraft types : A320 and B737 • Day/Night • Cockpit and wing-view cameras • Realistic physics/aerodynamics • Ground controls (steering, brakes, pushback) • Flight controls (roll and pitch) Cockpit interactions: -------------------- • Start/shut down engines • Control thrust amount • Flaps • Pushback • Landing gear Graphics : ---------- • High definition 3D cockpits • Realistic airport environment (buildings, taxiways, parking area with jetways, runways) • Realistic terrain • Realistic airport runway and taxiway lights. Locations: ----------- • Athens • Manchester • More in next versions Realistic sound effects : --------------------------------- • ATC chatter • Engine sound (spool up, reverse thrust, idle) • Other sound effects • GPWS callouts (during landing) Cameras ---------------- • Cockpit • Wing view ---IMPORTANT--- iPhone 6S or better recommended.

About

Sailing Ship Simulator

Learn and practice real sailing mechanics with a realistic physics-based simulator. Master wind, sails, and boat control through interactive tutorials and advanced scenarios. Ideal for beginners and experienced sailors alike.

Highlights
  • Realistic physics-based sailing mechanics
  • Interactive tutorials for beginners
  • Advanced sailing scenarios
  • Independent sail and rudder control
  • Wind and wave simulation
  • Anchor and engine assistance
Features
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Learn Sailing the Real Way – A Realistic Sailing Ship Simulator Experience the art of sailing like never before. This is not just a game — it is a hands-on sailing simulator designed to teach you real sailing skills through interactive gameplay and realistic physics. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn how sailing actually works or an experienced sailor looking to sharpen your understanding of wind, sails, and boat control, this app is built for you. Learn Real Sailing Mechanics Our simulator is built around real-world sailing principles, allowing you to learn by doing: Understand wind direction and apparent wind Learn how sail trimming affects speed and balance Control main sail and jib sail independently Master rudder steering and keel stability Experience realistic water resistance and wave effects Learn when and how to use anchor and engine assistance Every movement of the boat is driven by physics — not arcade shortcuts. Designed for Learning, Not Guessing If you are new to sailing, the game guides you step by step: Start with tutorial modes to learn sailing basics Progress gradually to advanced sailing scenarios Practice sail trimming, turning, and wind management See how incorrect sail angles slow you down — just like in real life If you already know sailing, you can jump straight into live sailing mode and put your knowledge to the test. Realistic Sailing Simulator Features True wind and apparent wind simulation Physics-based sail, rudder, and hull forces Realistic boat acceleration and resistance Smooth steering and sail controls Calm learning environment focused on skill building This makes the app perfect for: Sailing beginners Sailing students Sailing enthusiasts Anyone curious about how sailboats really work Why Download This Sailing App? Learn sailing without expensive lessons Practice sailing concepts anytime, anywhere Improve understanding of wind and sail dynamics A realistic sailing experience, not an arcade game If you have ever wanted to learn sailing before stepping onto a real boat, this simulator is the perfect place to start.

Screenshots

VR Flight Simulator Pro4 screens
Sailing Ship Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sailing Ship Simulator at 5.0 against VR Flight Simulator Pro's 2.7. Sailing Ship Simulator also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). VR Flight Simulator Pro's advantage is ratings volume (19 vs 1) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

VR Flight Simulator Pro costs $1.99 and Sailing Ship Simulator $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sailing Ship Simulator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VR Flight Simulator Pro has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VR Flight Simulator Pro ships an update every 3 months, Sailing Ship Simulator weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
VR Flight Simulator Pro versus Sailing Ship Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVR Flight Simulator ProSailing Ship Simulator
Price$1.99 — better$2.99
Rating2.7 (19 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size253 MB247 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPanagiotis DrakopoulosGOLDFINCH GAMES

Customer experience

VR Flight Simulator Pro

All ratings19 ratings
Positive42.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative52.6%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral5.7%
Negative65.7%

Sailing Ship Simulator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

VR Flight Simulator Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Sailing Ship Simulator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VR Flight Simulator Pro free?
VR Flight Simulator Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sailing Ship Simulator free?
Sailing Ship Simulator costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VR Flight Simulator Pro or Sailing Ship Simulator?
Sailing Ship Simulator is rated higher. VR Flight Simulator Pro averages 2.7 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Sailing Ship Simulator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do VR Flight Simulator Pro or Sailing Ship Simulator have ads?
Neither VR Flight Simulator Pro nor Sailing Ship Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VR Flight Simulator Pro or Sailing Ship Simulator?
VR Flight Simulator Pro ships an update every 3 months, and Sailing Ship Simulator weekly. Most recently, VR Flight Simulator Pro was updated on October 3, 2026 and Sailing Ship Simulator on September 16, 2026.

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