# Flight Simulator Advanced vs Aerofly FS Global

The clearest difference is price: Flight Simulator Advanced at Free against Aerofly FS Global's $3.99. Flight Simulator Advanced also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (9.1K vs 1.2K). Aerofly FS Global's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#7 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Flight Simulator Advanced is free to download; Aerofly FS Global costs $3.99 up front. Flight Simulator Advanced sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Aerofly FS Global sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Flight Simulator Advanced against 4.3 for Aerofly FS Global. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flight Simulator Advanced has 9.1K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Flight Simulator Advanced's written reviews are positive against 80% of Aerofly FS Global's.

Flight Simulator Advanced ships an update every 9 days, Aerofly FS Global monthly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flight Simulator Advanced | Aerofly FS Global |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.4 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-simulator-advanced/id1425916586/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aerofly-fs-global/id6473001577/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | 78.3% of reviews | **79.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#7** |
| Size | 2.0 GB | 3.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Panagiotis Drakopoulos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1283068615) | [IPACS](https://appshunter.io/developer/496301722) |

## What reviewers say

### Flight Simulator Advanced

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-simulator-advanced/id1425916586)

Experience realistic flight simulation with interactive cockpits and detailed aircraft. Plan your routes, manage ground services, and enjoy dynamic weather and day/night cycles. This app offers an immersive flying experience for aviation enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Interactive cockpits, Realistic physics and aerodynamics, Flight planning system, HD airports and diverse aircraft, Airport ground services, Day/night cycle and weather modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock region: North America | $1.99 | one-time |
| A350-1000, liveries & No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| A330-300 & Liveries & No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| A340-600 | $2.99 | one-time |
| B737 Max | $2.99 | one-time |
| A321neo | $2.99 | one-time |
| A340-300 | $2.99 | one-time |
| A321, Liveries & No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| A330neo | $2.99 | one-time |
| A380 with liveries and No Ads. | $3.49 | one-time |
| B747-400, liveries & no ads | $3.49 | one-time |
| A350-900, liveries, No-Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| B777-300ER | $3.99 | one-time |
| B787-9 | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic graphics and sound
- 👍 Variety of planes and airlines
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Interactive cockpit controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔧 Lack of clear instructions and guidance
- 🔧 Difficulty in navigation and finding runways
- 🔧 Limited camera views and perspectives

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes when loading maps or starting flights
- Unresponsive controls and buttons
- Issues with landing gear, flaps, and other interactive cockpit elements
- Floating or misaligned aircraft on the ground

**Requested features**

- Add more airports, especially in North America, Asia, and other regions
- Implement full flight planning and routing options
- Introduce more aircraft types like regional jets, military planes, and older models
- Add ATC communication and integration
- Improve landing gear physics and animations


### Aerofly FS Global

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aerofly-fs-global/id6473001577)

**Currently charting:** #7 Top Paid · Racing, #57 Top Paid · Simulation, #58 Top Grossing · Racing, #151 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Experience a sophisticated flight simulator with detailed aircraft and interactive cockpits. Explore photorealistic landscapes and fly various aircraft types, from airliners to jets. Offers global scenery streaming and advanced simulation features for an immersive experience.

**Highlights:** Detailed aircraft models, Interactive 3D cockpits, Realistic flight physics, Global scenery streaming, Customizable weather and time of day, Instant replay and crash recovery

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Global scenery - 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| Global scenery - 3 months | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Global scenery - 12 months | $19.99 | per year |
| CRJ900 | $0.99 | one-time |
| UH-60 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Robin DR400 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Airbus A321 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Concorde | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 787-10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 737-900 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Airbus A380 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 777-300ER | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 747-400 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 737 MAX 9 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 777F | $1.99 | one-time |
| Airbus A319 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Airbus A350-1000 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airbus A321 XLR | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Aircraft Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great graphics and details
- 👍 Highly realistic and immersive
- 🤩 Best mobile flight sim
- 💰 Affordable pricing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🌍 Lacking detailed scenery in some regions
- 💰 Expensive for full experience
- 🤔 Confusing UI and controls

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when loading certain airports
- Global scenery not working as expected
- Planes disappearing or not loading correctly
- Pushback and taxi issues

**Requested features**

- More aircraft variety (Airbus, regional jets, etc.)
- Dynamic weather (rain, snow, storms)
- Live ATC and air traffic
- Improved camera options and free camera
- Fuel management and weight/balance options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flight Simulator Advanced free?

Flight Simulator Advanced is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Aerofly FS Global free?

Aerofly FS Global costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Flight Simulator Advanced or Aerofly FS Global?

Flight Simulator Advanced is rated higher. Flight Simulator Advanced averages 4.4 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Aerofly FS Global averages 4.3 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Flight Simulator Advanced or Aerofly FS Global have ads?

Flight Simulator Advanced shows ads; Aerofly FS Global does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flight Simulator Advanced or Aerofly FS Global?

Flight Simulator Advanced ships an update every 9 days, and Aerofly FS Global monthly. Most recently, Flight Simulator Advanced was updated on October 29, 2026 and Aerofly FS Global on October 29, 2026.

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