# VatScope vs MSFS MAP NG

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VatScope at 85% against MSFS MAP NG's 0%. VatScope also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 12). MSFS MAP NG's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VatScope sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MSFS MAP NG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VatScope holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VatScope has 1.4K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of VatScope's written reviews are positive against 0% of MSFS MAP NG's.

VatScope ships an update every 5 weeks, MSFS MAP NG every 4 days. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VatScope | MSFS MAP NG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vatscope/id1303293807/reviews)** | [3.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msfs-map-ng/id6739965227/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **84.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 39 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [文俊 周](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818047674) | [圣跃 巩](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757456097) |

## What reviewers say

### VatScope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vatscope/id1303293807)

This application provides real-time information for the VATSIM network, allowing users to view pilot and controller data, track friends, and access airport weather. It also integrates flight plan routes and VATSIM events.

**Highlights:** Real-time pilot and controller information, Friend tracking, Airport weather and weather map, Flight plan route display, VATSIM events integration, VATSIM member certificate details, Dark mode support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extension | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent app for Vatsim
- 🚀 Constantly updated and improved
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Packed with useful features
- 👍 Reliable and dependable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Paywall for some features
- 🔒 Removing existing features behind paywall
- 🐛 Issues with recent updates
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance on different devices

**Reported bugs**

- Aircraft labels and route lines disappearing on zoom
- Search functionality for airports and callsigns removed
- App not opening on iPad after recent update
- Frequent refresh errors and data not updating
- ATIS/controller info display issues with line breaks

**Requested features**

- Ability to filter by aircraft type
- Bring back busiest airports feature
- Option to set custom refresh rate
- Compatibility with new Mac devices
- Notifications for new ATC sectors coming online


### MSFS MAP NG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msfs-map-ng/id6739965227)

This app provides a high-performance moving map and charting tools for flight simulators. It offers real-time aircraft position updates, professional charts, and integrated weather and terrain data for enhanced situational awareness. Advanced features and premium content are available through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Real-time aircraft position updates, Professional charting (AIP, VFR, Open Flight Maps), Integrated terrain and weather overlays, VATSIM view and live METAR/TAF data, Flight plan import/creation, Remote autopilot control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version (Monthly) | $2.49 | per month |
| Pro Version (Annually) | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VatScope free?

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

### Is MSFS MAP NG free?

MSFS MAP NG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VatScope or MSFS MAP NG?

VatScope is rated higher. VatScope averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while MSFS MAP NG averages 3.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do VatScope or MSFS MAP NG have ads?

Neither VatScope nor MSFS MAP NG shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VatScope or MSFS MAP NG?

VatScope ships an update every 5 weeks, and MSFS MAP NG every 4 days. Most recently, VatScope was updated on September 25, 2026 and MSFS MAP NG on September 25, 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.*