Comparison

AeroChart vs Alfaero EFB

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

Head to head
About

AeroChart

Access and visualize a vast collection of aeronautical charts for navigation and aviation planning. This app organizes navigation data, making it more practical and accessible on mobile devices for pilots and enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • 60,000 aeronautical charts
  • 30,000 worldwide aerodromes
  • 100,000 waypoints (US & Brazil)
  • Covers 67 countries
  • Offline chart access
  • GeoRef overlay capabilities
Features
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• 70,000 aeronautical charts • 30,000 worldwide aerodromes • 80,000 waypoints (United States and Brazil) • 67 countries AeroChart is an application designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. It is a pioneer in the segment. AeroChart is an aggregator and content organizer, focused on commercial aviation, which aids in navigation and allows the visualization of navigation charts. This app facilitates access of pilots to charts - formerly accomplished via PDF through generic readers . Adapted for mobile device access just getting more practical and organized. REGIONS / SUBSCRIPTIONS (name, description with length of subscription) • ASIA (Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand) - Asia 1 month-Aero Charts Asia 1 month - Asia 6 months-Aero Charts Asia 6 months • BRAZIL - Brazil 1 month-Aero Charts Brazil 1 month - Brazil 1 month Plus-Aero Charts Brazil 1 month + GeoRef - Brazil 6 months-Aero Charts Brazil 6 months - Brazil 6 months Plus-Aero Charts Brazil 6 months + GeoRef • EUROPE - Europe 1 month-Aero Charts Europe 1 month - Europe 1 month Plus-Aero Charts Europe 1 month + GeoRef - Europe 6 months-Aero Charts Europe 6 months - Europe 6 months Plus-Aero Charts Europe 6 months + GeoRef • MIDDLE EAST(Bahrain, Cyprus, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and United Arab Emirates) - MidEast 1 month-Aero Charts MidEast 1 month - MidEast 6 months-Aero Charts MidEast 6 months • OCEANIA (New Zealand only) - Oceania 1 month-Aero Charts Oceania 1 month - Oceania 6 months-Aero Charts Oceania 6 months • RUSSIA (Russian Federation, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan) - Russia 1 month-Aero Charts Russia 1 month - Russia 6 months-Aero Charts Russia 6 months • USA (UNITED STATES OF AMERICA) - USA 1 month-Aero Charts USA 1 month - USA 1 month Plus-Aero Charts USA 1 month + GeoRef - USA 6 months-Aero Charts USA 6 months - USA 6 months Plus-Aero Charts USA 6 months + GeoRef ATTENTION: All the above subscriptions are also available in the [Premium] version. See conditions below. • Aero Charts means a limited time access package to the aeronautical charts (IFR, VFR and ENR) of the region informed of official and public Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP) with possibility of offline use and updates. • GeoRef means providing the overlay capabilities of the aeronautical charts on the map integrated with the user's location. Available only on aeronautical charts provided by the publisher. • [Premium] means a benefit granted to paying users of the Premium Version of previous applications with six months of evaluation period. TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR AUTO-RENEWING SUBSCRIPTIONS: • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. TERMS OF USE AND PRIVACY POLICY https://www.data-appz.com/terms_and_conditions.html https://www.data-appz.com/privacy_policy.html • Attention : This App should be used as an auxiliary tool in the planning phase of the flight to be conducted, not replacing the official documentation to be used by airmen during phases of flight. • The content of the application is obtained from official and public Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) of each country. We are not responsible for the slowness, interruption or closure of services in a particular country and we will try to minimize this in the best way.

About

Alfaero EFB

This app provides intelligent air navigation for pilots, featuring AI-powered flight planning, up-to-date charts, and offline capabilities. It offers integrated weather, detailed airspace information, and a built-in AI assistant for aviation regulations.

Highlights
  • One-tap AIRAC updates
  • Integrated weather information
  • Optimized route planning
  • Detailed airspace information
  • Georeferenced procedures
  • Fully offline functionality
  • Built-in AI Assistant
Features
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Alfaero: Intelligent Air Navigation for Brazilian Pilots A complete flight planning and navigation platform combining integrated AI, always up-to-date AIRAC charts, and full offline capability — delivering efficiency, safety, and autonomy on every flight. Key Features One-tap AIRAC updates Charts are always current and automatically refreshed each cycle whenever you open the app. Integrated weather information METARs, TAFs, and forecasts displayed directly along your route. Optimized route planning Automatic calculation of distances, flight time, and fuel consumption. Detailed airspace information Airspace boundaries, classes, operating hours, frequencies, and more. Georeferenced procedures SID, STAR, IAC, and other procedures clearly displayed on an interactive map. Custom routes Save, reuse, and manage your flight plans with ease. Fully offline and reliable Everything is downloaded in advance, ensuring full functionality even without an internet connection. Built-in AI Assistant Have instant access to a smart chat assistant for questions about ANAC regulations, AIP content, checklists, and operational procedures — in real time and with high accuracy. Pilot-Centered Design In-app chat support, night mode for night operations, and integration with NexAtlas for simulation in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. Important Notice Alfaero complements — it does not replace — certified navigation systems. Always consult official sources and comply with all aviation regulations. Privacy & Useful Notifications Geolocation is used solely as a navigation aid. Receive essential alerts about updates and new chart cycles via push notifications. Get ready to fly with confidence and precision. Available on the App Store! Terms of Use: https://alfaero.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://alfaero.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

AeroChart4 screens
Alfaero EFB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Alfaero EFB at 100% against AeroChart's 40%. Alfaero EFB also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). AeroChart's advantage is ratings volume (56 vs 1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. AeroChart sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Alfaero EFB sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Alfaero EFB holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AeroChart has 56 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of AeroChart's written reviews are positive against 100% of Alfaero EFB's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AeroChart ships an update every 2 months, Alfaero EFB every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
AeroChart versus Alfaero EFB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAeroChartAlfaero EFB
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (56 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings56 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB205 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDataAppz Tecnologia LtdaElnata Costa

Customer experience

AeroChart

All ratings56 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral8.6%
Negative51.4%

Alfaero EFB

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

AeroChart

Subscriptions11
  • Asia 1 month1 Month trial$2.491 Month
  • Europe 1 month1 Month trial$2.491 Month
  • MidEast 1 month1 Month trial$2.491 Month
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  • Oceania 1 month1 Month trial$2.491 Month
  • USA 1 month1 Month trial$2.491 Month
  • Europe 1 month Plus1 Month trial$4.791 Month
  • USA 1 month Plus1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • MidEast 6 months1 Month trial$10.496 Months
  • USA 6 months1 Month trial$10.496 Months
  • USA 6 months Plus1 Month trial$20.996 Months
  • USA 6 months Plus [Premium]6 Months trial$20.996 Months
4 purchases

Alfaero EFB

Subscriptions4
  • Plano Bravo$5.991 Month
  • Echo Plan$5.991 Month
  • Plano Charlie$14.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Fox Plan$49.991 Year

Questions

Is AeroChart free?
AeroChart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Alfaero EFB free?
Alfaero EFB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AeroChart or Alfaero EFB?
Alfaero EFB is rated higher. AeroChart averages 4.4 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Alfaero EFB averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do AeroChart or Alfaero EFB have ads?
Neither AeroChart nor Alfaero EFB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AeroChart or Alfaero EFB?
AeroChart ships an update every 2 months, and Alfaero EFB every 3 days. Most recently, AeroChart was updated on October 24, 2026 and Alfaero EFB on October 24, 2026.

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