SMARTbrief vs 787 ECL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SMARTbrief
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An app to deliver and monitor progress and record acceptance of training material.
787 ECL
This app provides offline electronic checklists for B787 and B777 aircraft, designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. It offers an interactive way to study procedures and aircraft systems for training and self-study purposes.
- Offline Electronic Checklists
- Normal and Non-Normal Checklists
- Interactive QRH/ECL Logic Study
- Simulator Preparation
- Self-Study Tool
- Long-Haul Downtime Review
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This application is designed for B787 and B777 pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Important Notice This app is intended for educational and training purposes only. It is not an operational tool and must not be used for real-world flight operations. What This App Offers A complete Electronic Checklist (ECL) experience presented offline Access to Normal and Non-Normal checklists without an internet connection An interactive way to study and understand QRH/ECL logic and flows Ideal for simulator preparation, self-study, and long-haul downtime All checklists are available offline, allowing you to review procedures anytime, anywhere—perfect for long sectors and simulator preparation. This app is designed to enhance procedural understanding and familiarity with aircraft systems in a safe, educational environment. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Wishing you safe flights and effective training!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SMARTbrief at none against 787 ECL's 5. SMARTbrief also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.6). 787 ECL's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. 787 ECL sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SMARTbrief asks for nothing beyond the download.
SMARTbrief ships an update every 3 months, 787 ECL monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMARTbrief | 787 ECL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SMARTPHONE MEDIA GROUP LIMITED | Mohamed Farhadi |
In-app purchases
SMARTbrief
No in-app purchases
787 ECL
- B787 ECL$1.991 Month
- B787 ECL$12.991 Year
- B787 ECLFree
- B787 ECL - Life Time$49.99
- B787 ECL - Life Time$59.99
