# FBOlink vs xWind

The clearest difference is review sentiment: xWind at 75% against FBOlink's 8%. xWind also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.6) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). FBOlink's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99). On ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

FBOlink is free to download; xWind costs $0.99 up front. FBOlink sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. xWind asks for nothing beyond the download.

xWind holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xWind has 550 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of FBOlink's written reviews are positive against 75% of xWind's.

FBOlink ships an update every 2 months, xWind fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FBOlink | xWind |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [3.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbolink-messaging/id1329221786/reviews) | **[4.6 (550 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xwind/id1477120117/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **550** |
| Positive reviews | 8.3% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#159** |
| Size | 13 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Send Solutions, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1120177382) | [Jan Bloemendaal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477120116) |

## What reviewers say

### FBOlink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbolink-messaging/id1329221786)

Facilitates direct, real-time text messaging between aircrew and Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Customer Service Representatives. Enables communication of itinerary changes and passenger requests from anywhere globally, including when outside radio range. Includes aircraft details and read receipts for efficient coordination.

**Highlights:** Direct real-time messaging, Global communication via internet, Includes aircraft tail number and type, Read receipts for confirmation, In-flight itinerary updates, Passenger request accommodation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 20 MyTIS Credits | $5.00 | one-time |


### xWind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xwind/id1477120117)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This tool helps pilots quickly assess wind conditions relative to aircraft limitations. It displays essential wind data, including headwind, crosswind, and tailwind components, along with runway course and wind limits on a single screen for easy reference during flight.

**Highlights:** Headwind, crosswind, and tailwind calculation, Displays current wind direction and speed, Shows runway course, Indicates applied wind limits, Identifies 'forbidden' wind angles, Provides maximum wind speed table, Adjustable wind and runway settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and read
- 👍 Works well for its intended purpose
- 👍 Good interface
- 👍 Remembers settings
- 👍 Helpful for visualizing wind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Numbers are unlabeled and ambiguous
- 🤔 Not intuitive
- 🤔 Difficult to understand
- 🤔 Instructions could be clearer
- 🤔 Old version was better

**Reported bugs**

- Speed toggle doesn't work, always shows MPS

**Requested features**

- Incorporate gust factors
- 3 customizable buttons for quick limit settings
- Different colored concentric rings inside the red limit ring


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FBOlink free?

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

### Is xWind free?

xWind costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FBOlink or xWind?

xWind is rated higher. FBOlink averages 3.6 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while xWind averages 4.6 from 550 ratings.

### Do FBOlink or xWind have ads?

Neither FBOlink nor xWind shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FBOlink or xWind?

FBOlink ships an update every 2 months, and xWind fortnightly. Most recently, FBOlink was updated on October 9, 2026 and xWind on October 17, 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.*