Comparison

mIBS vs iTAK

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

Head to head
About

mIBS

Features
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mIBS is a user friendly application for the pre-flight preparation of IFR and VFR flights, optimized both for phones and tablets. Thanks to a well-arranged menu and intuitive forms, Latvijas gaisa satiksme (LGS) provides, through mIBS, a reliable tool enabling the distribution and reception of all necessary information. mIBS is provided by LGS and is connected to the LGS information systems. === Application requires registration at website https://ibs.lgs.lv, operated by Latvijas gaisa satiksme (LGS). === === The first time app is launched after installation, the user chooses an application access code (PIN) that is then required to access the mIBS application === mIBS provides to registered users the following functionalities: - Access to up-to-date NOTAM messages - Access to up-to-date MET messages - Filing of new or the modification of filed flight plans in FPL form and on the map - Access to messages related to a flight plan - List of valid flight plans - Preparation of the Preflight Information Bulletin - Creation of several user profiles

About

iTAK

This app provides real-time collaborative mapping and team tracking. Share locations, sensor data, videos, and chat with your team. Supports online and offline mapping with various data formats.

Highlights
  • Real-time team tracking
  • Collaborative mapping
  • Online and offline mapping
  • KML/KMZ/GeoPDF overlay import
  • Chat and file sharing
  • Live video streaming
  • Navigation tools
Features
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**Compatible with ALL TAK ecosystem (TAK server, WinTAK, ATAK, WebTAK)** The Team Awareness Kit (TAK) (known as the Tactical Assault Kit in the Department of Defense) application: iTAK is a collaborative geospatial application to see your teams’ locations, sensor information, videos, chat, and more in real-time. iTAK supports Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial sector standards for icons, sensor information, and communication. Data can be pre-loaded into iTAK or downloaded from the network (via TAK Server) when available. iTAK capabilities include: • Online and offline mapping (most standard formats), download the maps right in the app • Blue force / team tracking (BFT) • Collaborative mapping, including points, drawings, locations of interest • Import and display of KML, KMZ, GeoPDF overlays • Location marking, sharing, with photo tagging • Chat, file sharing, photo sharing • Live video streaming with the ability to share video links • Spotted map to mark and share multiple locations across your map • Digital pointer to rapidly mark and share items on the map with your team • Navigation-walking/hiking, driving, also useful flying and air-ground coordination • Center on self or other objects (e.g. another person in the network) • Range, bearing measurement tools • Team Emergency Beacons • Customizable toolbar • 3D perspective • All data is secured and fully compatibility with the TAK ecosystem (ATAK, TAK Server, WinTAK) • Useful for law enforcement, first responders, hunting, fishing, ornithology, wildlife site survey System Requirements Operating System: iOS version 17 and later.

Screenshots

mIBS4 screens
iTAK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iTAK at every 3 weeks against mIBS's every 49 months. mIBS's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

mIBS ships an update every 49 months, iTAK every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
mIBS versus iTAK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermIBSiTAK
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.5 (156 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—40.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—156 — better
Update frequencyEvery 49 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB278 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFREQUENTIS California Inc.United States Department of the Army, TAK Product Center

Bugs and requests

mIBS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

iTAK

Reported bugs

23 issues
  • App crashes when exporting data packages
  • App crashes when uploading files with local data
  • App crashes when importing overlays
  • App crashes when changing map types
  • App crashes when creating missions
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  • App freezes when handling large numbers of objects (15+)
  • Indoor mapping causes app shutdown
  • Markers disappear on app reopening
  • Markers don't sync deletion status with ATAK users
  • HTTP video stream links don't work
  • Mesh network mode not functioning properly
  • Settings reset to defaults on restart
  • Toolbar disappears randomly
  • Notification badges don't clear properly
  • Unable to rename points of interest
  • Duplicate server entries appear
  • Unexpected shutdowns and crashes
  • Connection failures to TAK servers
  • Message notifications not appearing on iPhone
  • App won't launch after deletion/reinstallation
  • Data Sync broken in version 2.10.1
  • Overlay import causes instant crash
  • Markers become invisible with ArcGIS updates

Requested features

23 requests
  • Meshtastic and LoRa device support
  • GRG (Grid Reference Graphic) functionality
  • Mesh network integration (GoTenna, Beartooth)
  • Plugin support system
  • Google Maps or alternative map providers
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  • Offline map download capability
  • Angular measurement unit conversion (degrees to mil)
  • Nautical miles unit of measurement
  • Video stream support (HTTP/RTSP)
  • CASEVAC calling functionality
  • Polar plot tool
  • Data package import from Android ATAK
  • Bluetooth radio integration
  • Apple Watch companion app
  • Ability to edit and delete toolbar items
  • True/Magnetic bearing distinction
  • Point dragging and repositioning
  • Contact/team management system
  • Mission creation and editing
  • Windows TAK Server version
  • Improved notification system
  • Chinese language support
  • Better documentation and tutorials

In-app purchases

None

mIBS

No in-app purchases

None

iTAK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is mIBS free?
mIBS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iTAK free?
iTAK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do mIBS or iTAK have ads?
Neither mIBS nor iTAK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, mIBS or iTAK?
mIBS ships an update every 49 months, and iTAK every 3 weeks. Most recently, mIBS was updated on October 6, 2026 and iTAK on October 25, 2026.

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