Comparison

Plane log vs Pilotflows

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Plane log

Easily log and manage all your plane sightings from anywhere, online or offline. Synchronize your data with the Spottingmode website for seamless updates and access all website features directly on your phone.

Highlights
  • Log plane sightings
  • Edit existing sightings
  • Offline access
  • Data synchronization with website
  • Insert assistants
  • Extensive filtering options
  • Quick check for new planes
Features
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Keeping a log of all your plane sightings has never been easier. Whether you are at an airport, travelling, plane spotting or just at home, with this app you can always check your log. Add new sightings, edit existing ones or check if you have just seen a new one. Online or offline! The app is directly linked with the Spottingmode website and will regularly synchronize the data with the server. Your existing sightings will be downloaded from the server on first use, after that all changes made in the app, or on the website, will be synchronized. All features of the website are also available in the app: - Inserting, editing and deleting sightings - Handy insert assistants to speed up inserting new sightings - Viewing all sightings with extensive filtering options - Quick check for new planes - Link to the Spottingmode plane lists to auto complete plane data (online only) With this app you will always know how successful the spotting was during any trip, at any time. You will have your log completed before you even start the journey home!

About

Pilotflows

Features
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Pilotflows is a modern aviation logbook built for pilots, student pilots, skydivers, and flight schools who want a structured, reliable, and easy way to manage their flying history and qualifications in one place. It replaces paper logbooks and scattered spreadsheets with a centralized digital system designed around real pilot workflows—fast to use, precise in detail, and suitable for both casual flying and professional training environments. Key features include: • Flight logging with detailed entry structure (aircraft, route, conditions, roles, flight time breakdowns, remarks) • Fast input flow designed for cockpit-adjacent or post-flight logging • Automatic totals and flight hour calculations across categories • Currency and recency tracking to stay compliant and current • Personal aviation profile with complete flight history overview • Offline mode so flights can be logged without connectivity and synced later Pilotflows also acts as a complete record system for your aviation credentials: • Storage of licenses, ratings, and endorsements • Tracking of certificate validity and expiry dates • Secure document uploads for medical certificates, training records, and official documents • Centralized view of all qualifications linked to your pilot profile For progression and insight, Pilotflows provides clear visibility into your flying experience: • Breakdown of hours by aircraft type, role, and conditions • Progress tracking over time for training and personal development • Clean summaries that help you understand your overall flight experience at a glance The system is designed to support different types of users: • Private pilots managing personal flight history • Student pilots tracking training progress toward licenses • Commercial pilots maintaining ongoing currency and documentation • Skydivers logging jumps and operational experience • Flight schools structuring student records and training progression Pilotflows focuses on accuracy, clarity, and long-term reliability. Every feature is designed to reduce administrative overhead and give pilots a clear, complete, and always up-to-date view of their aviation journey. Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Plane log4 screens
Pilotflows4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Plane log at none against Pilotflows's 2. Plane log also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). Pilotflows's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pilotflows sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Plane log asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plane log ships an update every 4 months, Pilotflows every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Plane log versus Pilotflows: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlane logPilotflows
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiksmodePilotflows

In-app purchases

None

Plane log

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Pilotflows

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Pro (Yearly)$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Plane log free?
Plane log is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pilotflows free?
Pilotflows is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plane log or Pilotflows have ads?
Neither Plane log nor Pilotflows shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Plane log or Pilotflows?
Plane log ships an update every 4 months, and Pilotflows every 2 days. Most recently, Plane log was updated on September 18, 2026 and Pilotflows on September 14, 2026.

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