# GeoFS vs RFS

The clearest difference is price: GeoFS at Free against RFS's $0.99. GeoFS also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). RFS's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

GeoFS is free to download; RFS costs $0.99 up front. GeoFS sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and RFS sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RFS holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RFS has 24K ratings behind it against 714, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of GeoFS's written reviews are positive against 74% of RFS's.

GeoFS ships an update every 6 months, RFS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GeoFS | RFS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [3.8 (714 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geofs-flight-simulator/id1438750773/reviews) | **[4.6 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rfs-real-flight-simulator/id1444761746/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 714 | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | 60.3% of reviews | **73.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#2** |
| Size | 14 MB | 547 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Xavier Tassin](https://appshunter.io/developer/478397570) | [RORTOS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/454802333) |

## What reviewers say

### GeoFS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geofs-flight-simulator/id1438750773)

Experience a realistic flight simulator with global satellite imagery and a wide range of aircraft. Practice VFR, explore beautiful landscapes, or enjoy multiplayer flights with real-time weather and traffic.

**Highlights:** Worldwide satellite imagery, Realistic physics and flight models, Global multiplayer, Navigation charts and radio navigation, 30+ aircraft with cockpits, Real-time weather and traffic

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HD - 1 Month Subscription | $1.99 | one-time |
| HD - 1 Year Subscription | $13.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing scenery and global coverage
- 🤩 Wide variety of aircraft
- 💰 Free with optional paid subscription
- 🌍 Ability to fly anywhere in the world

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔌 High battery consumption
- 🕹️ Difficult controls and navigation
- 🔍 Limited graphics and details without paid subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Planes bouncing off runways
- Frequent loading issues and boot loops
- Rendering problems and white/blue screens
- Autopilot and controls not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add more passenger and military aircraft
- Implement flight planning and navigation tools
- Improve weather effects and lighting
- Optimize performance and reduce crashes


### RFS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rfs-real-flight-simulator/id1444761746)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Paid · Racing, #16 Top Paid · Simulation, #33 Top Grossing · Racing, #46 Top Paid · Games, #72 Top Paid (US App Store)

Experience the ultimate flight simulator with realistic aircraft, global scenery, and detailed airports. Engage in real-time multiplayer, manage air traffic as an ATC, and master pilot tutorials. Unlock the full experience with various subscription options.

**Highlights:** 65+ realistic airplane models with 3D cockpits, 2400+ detailed HD airports, Global satellite scenery and Ultra-HD imagery, Real-time flights and weather, Global multiplayer with hundreds of pilots, ATC mode for managing air traffic

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RFS Pro (1 month) | $3.99 | per month |
| RFS Pro (1 month) | $4.99 | per month |
| RFS Pro (1 month) | $5.99 | per month |
| RFS Pro (1 month) | $7.99 | per month |
| RFS Pro (6 month) | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| RFS Pro (1 year) | $29.99 | per year |
| RFS Pro (1 year) | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic simulation
- 🚀 Variety of aircraft and liveries
- 🚀 Affordable subscription
- 👍 Smooth controls
- 👍 Impressive graphics and 3D airports

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
- 🐛 Autopilot and flight model issues
- 🐛 Lack of interactive cockpit features
- 🔋 Drains device battery quickly
- 💰 Limited free aircraft selection

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues when switching devices
- Runway and taxiway rendering problems
- Autopilot disconnects during long flights
- Inconsistent landing gear and reverse thrust behavior

**Requested features**

- Add more free aircraft options
- Improve ATC functionality and realism
- Implement more advanced camera views (cabin, under-wing, etc.)
- Add support for external controllers (throttle, etc.)
- Improve weather effects and turbulence simulation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GeoFS free?

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

### Is RFS free?

RFS costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GeoFS or RFS?

RFS is rated higher. GeoFS averages 3.8 out of 5 from 714 ratings, while RFS averages 4.6 from 24K ratings.

### Do GeoFS or RFS have ads?

GeoFS shows ads; RFS does not.

### Which is updated more often, GeoFS or RFS?

GeoFS ships an update every 6 months, and RFS every 3 weeks. Most recently, GeoFS was updated on November 6, 2026 and RFS on November 9, 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.*