Comparison

Skyduck vs Jump Logs

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

Head to head
About

Skyduck

This app automatically logs your skydives using phone sensors like GPS and altimeter. View detailed statistics, 3D jump visualizations, and collect digital signatures. It's designed by skydivers for skydivers to simplify jump tracking.

Highlights
  • Automated skydiving logbook
  • GPS and sensor tracking
  • 3D jump visualization
  • Detailed statistics and graphs
  • Digital signatures
Features
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Skyduck - automated skydiving logbook app. You can add jumps manually or track them with your phone. We are using GPS, altimeter, and motion sensors to get the most accurate data possible. FEATURES • Automated skydiving logbook • Digital signatures • 3D visualization of your jump • Detailed statistics and advanced graphs Try our app and share your feedback! You can leave your comments & feedback within the app (More->Feedback) or send us an email at: team@skyduck.app We have been reviewed by USPA and are fully compliant as a digital logbook: https://uspa.org/Safety-and-Training/Resources/Logbook-Apps Terms of use: https://skyduck.app/tos.html You jump. We do the rest! Created by skydivers, for skydivers.

About

Jump Logs

Features
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Jump Logs is the modern digital logbook for skydivers — from student to licenced jumper. Log every jump in seconds with jump number, date, dropzone, aircraft, exit altitude, freefall and canopy time, jump type, landing accuracy and notes. Mark favourites, organise by type and more. INSTRUCTOR SIGN-OFF (on device) After the jump, hand your phone to a buddy or instructor to sign off. INSTRUCTOR SIGN-OFF (off device) After a jump, show the QR code to your instructor. They scan it on their own phone — and sign digitally. You get an in-app notification the moment it's done. GEAR TRACKER Log your rigs, canopies and AADs. Track repack dates with automatic reminders so your gear is always current. CERTIFICATES & RATINGS Store your licences, ratings, medicals and other certificates in one place. STATS & INSIGHTS See your total jump count, freefall time, favourite dropzones, jump type breakdown and more — updated in real time as you log. EXPORT Generate a PDF logbook to share with a dropzone or coach. VERIFY JUMPS Each PDF export comes with a unique number which can be used to verify jumps by the authority on our website for free. Designed for skydivers. Built with privacy in mind — your data is yours. Privacy Policy: https://www.jumplogs.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.jumplogs.com/terms

Screenshots

Skyduck4 screens
Jump Logs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Jump Logs at every 3 weeks against Skyduck's every 5 weeks. Jump Logs also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Skyduck sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Jump Logs sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.00 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Skyduck ships an update every 5 weeks, Jump Logs every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Skyduck versus Jump Logs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyduckJump Logs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (175 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings175 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIgor KamenevVarun Jani

Bugs and requests

Skyduck

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Constant TLS error on login
  • Crashing with new iOS versions
  • Forgot password email not sent
  • No confirmation button for signing jumps
  • 3D function not working
Show 4 more
  • Cannot connect to server
  • GPS and altitude data not recorded
  • 3D satellite images not rendering
  • SSL error on login

Requested features

4 requests
  • Update for iOS 26
  • Apple Watch app
  • Support for other languages (Russian mentioned)
  • Barometer integration for jump tracking

Jump Logs

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Skyduck

Subscriptions2
  • Skyduck PRO$4.991 Month
  • Skyduck PRO$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$199.99
1 purchases

Jump Logs

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual$12.001 Year

Questions

Is Skyduck free?
Skyduck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Jump Logs free?
Jump Logs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Skyduck or Jump Logs have ads?
Neither Skyduck nor Jump Logs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Skyduck or Jump Logs?
Skyduck ships an update every 5 weeks, and Jump Logs every 3 weeks. Most recently, Skyduck was updated on October 29, 2026 and Jump Logs on October 31, 2026.

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