# Flying Comet vs Captain’s Log

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Captain’s Log at 100% against Flying Comet's 0%. Captain’s Log also leads on price (Free vs $3.49) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Flying Comet's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Captain’s Log is free to download; Flying Comet costs $3.49 up front. Captain’s Log sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Flying Comet asks for nothing beyond the download.

Captain’s Log holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Flying Comet's written reviews are positive against 100% of Captain’s Log's.

Flying Comet ships an update every 17 months, Captain’s Log monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flying Comet | Captain’s Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.49 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flying-comet/id1434665607/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captains-log-stardate/id6755225372/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 108 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oscar Tsang](https://appshunter.io/developer/416987065) | [Hakan Cevik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852694895) |

## What reviewers say

### Flying Comet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flying-comet/id1434665607)

Navigate a celestial body through challenging levels, avoiding obstacles and reaching the destination. Players can afford two crashes per level before needing to restart. Embark on a journey through numerous stages.

**Highlights:** Control a comet, Avoid obstacles, Reach destination, Multiple levels, Crash limit per level

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Captain’s Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captains-log-stardate/id6755225372)

This app transforms your device into a futuristic command center for space exploration fans. It offers tools for date conversion, 3D starship viewing, personal logging, and engaging quizzes, all within a sci-fi interface. Enjoy offline access and customization for an immersive experience.

**Highlights:** Stardate Converter with custom epochs, 3D Starship Viewer with AR previews, Captain & Crew Profile creation, Personal Captain's Log with Markdown, Memory Card Simulator challenges, Dynamic Galactic Quiz, Daily Mission Engine for habit tracking

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Latinum Slips | $0.99 | one-time |
| 80 Dilithium | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Dilithium | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Dilithium | $3.99 | one-time |
| Latinum Strip | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Dilithium | $7.99 | one-time |
| Latinum Bars | $9.99 | one-time |
| Latinum Brick | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fleet Admiral | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flying Comet free?

Flying Comet costs $3.49, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Captain’s Log free?

Captain’s Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flying Comet or Captain’s Log?

Captain’s Log is rated higher. Flying Comet averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Captain’s Log averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Flying Comet or Captain’s Log have ads?

Both Flying Comet and Captain’s Log show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flying Comet or Captain’s Log?

Flying Comet ships an update every 17 months, and Captain’s Log monthly. Most recently, Flying Comet was updated on October 24, 2026 and Captain’s Log on October 24, 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.*