Comparison

Brevity Codes vs AFV Recognition

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

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Brevity Codes

Features
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Master 1500+ NATO Brevity Codes with voice-activated search and instant definitions. BrevityCodes is your comprehensive guide to military communication codes used by air, naval, and land forces worldwide. Based on official NATO standards (APP-7), this app provides authentic tactical terminology for realistic gaming, flight simulation, and military training. FEATURES: • 1500+ NATO brevity codes across all military branches • Voice-activated search - speak to find codes instantly • Real-time filtering by category (Air, Naval, Land, EW) • Complete definitions from official military sources • Dark mode support for tactical operations • Works offline - no internet required PERFECT FOR: • Flight simulator enthusiasts (DCS, MSFS, etc.) • Military gaming clans and squad communication • Aviation professionals and cadets • Tactical training and military education Communicate like a pro. Learn authentic military terminology. Dominate your squad. Coming soon: Training modules and interactive lessons.

About

AFV Recognition

Identify armoured fighting vehicles with this comprehensive mobile guide. Featuring detailed information, comparison tools, and quizzes, it's designed for military personnel and enthusiasts. Access a vast database of vehicles, including Russian/Soviet types, with regular updates.

Highlights
  • Armoured vehicle identification
  • Detailed vehicle cards
  • Comparison guides
  • AFV knowledge quiz
  • Offline functionality
  • Monthly vehicle packs
  • Search and favorites
Features
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The ultimate Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) recognition guide, now available on your mobile devices. This application is the end product of years of studying military equipment and how to best identify it, with input from serving military and veterans alike. AFV Recognition, or Equipment ID, as it is known in some NATO countries, is the art of identifying what vehicle you see on the battlefield. This information not only allows you to stay safer/employ the right effects, but also informs your command of the formation that is in front of you. This vital information, if accurate, not only wins battles - but wins wars. + Reconnaissance Vehicles (RECCE/RECON) + Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) + Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) + Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) + Anti-tank vehicles + Artillery + Surface to Air Missiles (SAMs) + Command, Intelligence & Electronic Warfare (CIEW) + Engineer (ENG) + Rotary Wing (RW) + Easy to navigate (search functions, favorites and categories) + Works offline (first time opening must have a data connection). + Over 200 armoured vehicles in current database. + Predominantly Russian/Soviet vehicles. + Detailed AFV "cards" displaying vehicle images, descriptions, weapon systems, types of protection, recognising features and countries in service. + Comparison guides to see vehicles side by side. + Quiz to test your AFV knowledge - not for the faint of heart. + New vehicle packs being released each month (Ukraine Pack - June 2022 / Germany Pack - July 2022 / USA Pack - August 2022 / UK Pack - September 2022) + Ongoing project. + Brain child of @afv_recognition - the master of AFV guides. The AFV Recognition app will revolutionise the study & education of this vast subject. A must have for any serving military, aspiring military, military training establishments and all armoured vehicle enthusiasts.

Screenshots

Brevity Codes4 screens
AFV Recognition4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AFV Recognition at every 4 months against Brevity Codes's every 29 months. AFV Recognition also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.2). Brevity Codes's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $5.99). 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

Brevity Codes costs $4.99 and AFV Recognition $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brevity Codes ships an update every 29 months, AFV Recognition every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Brevity Codes versus AFV Recognition: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrevity CodesAFV Recognition
Price$4.99 — better$5.99
Rating—4.4 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—65.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 29 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.212.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB36 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThor VikWatch and Shoot Developments LTD

In-app purchases

None

Brevity Codes

No in-app purchases

None

AFV Recognition

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Brevity Codes free?
Brevity Codes costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AFV Recognition free?
AFV Recognition costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Brevity Codes or AFV Recognition have ads?
Neither Brevity Codes nor AFV Recognition shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Brevity Codes or AFV Recognition?
Brevity Codes ships an update every 29 months, and AFV Recognition every 4 months. Most recently, Brevity Codes was updated on November 11, 2026 and AFV Recognition on November 7, 2026.

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