Comparison

Aufwind vs Mistral Gliders

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

Head to head
About

Aufwind

Plan cross-country glider flights with detailed weather forecasts, airspace information, and a visual task planner. Export your plans to flight computers or XCSoar. Access soaring-specific weather data like thermal strength and cloudbase.

Highlights
  • Visual task planner
  • Overlay airspaces and NOTAMs
  • Soaring weather forecasts
  • Export tasks to flight computers
  • Import custom waypoints and airspaces
  • SkySight weather integration
Features
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Aufwind: (noun, German) an upward current of air, updraft. A good preparation is crucial for a safe, relaxed, fun, successful cross-country flight. Overlay all relevant information like airspaces, NOTAMs, waypoints and weather on the map and plan your task for the day with the easy to use visual task planner.  Export the task as a CUP file to an SD-card or mail it to yourself and load it up into your flight computer (LX, Oudie and others) or XCSoar. Soaring Weather: Aufwind comes with most crucial soaring forecasts already built-in: - Thermal strength - Cumulus cloudbase - Rain - Wind To get even more detailed soaring forecasts, you can login with your SkySight account in the app. Task Planner: Plan your task for the day interactively on the map overlaid with the weather forecast, airspaces and other relevant information. Thousands of waypoints are already built into Aufwind but you can import your own as well. You can export the planned task to an SD-card or email to use with your on-board flight computer or XCSoar. Airspaces & NOTAMs: Keep on top of local airspaces and NOTAMs and increase flight safety. Airspaces for many countries are already built into Aufwind but you can also import your own airspace files in OpenAir format into the app. ------------------- Aufwind is free to download and free to use. Some features do require a valid subscription. If you choose to upgrade to Aufwind Pro Subscription, your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase or at the end of the free trial period, if offered. Your Aufwind Pro Subscription automatically renews unless unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The subscription is offered in yearly period. The price per period will be shown for all subscription options in the app before you confirm purchase or start your free trial, if offered. Aufwind Pro Subscription enables you to overlay weather data on the map for both built-in weather and SkySight forecast (with SkySight account login). You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store any time after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://aufwind.app/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://aufwind.app/terms

About

Mistral Gliders

This app is a comprehensive tool for glider pilots and gliding clubs. It offers real-time flight tracking, club management features, flight logging, and weather information. It helps pilots manage their flights and clubs streamline operations.

Highlights
  • Real-time flight tracking
  • Club management dashboard
  • Automatic flight logbook
  • Instruction scheduling
  • Fleet management
  • Weather reports and radar
  • Customizable units
Features
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Mistral Gliders is the all-in-one companion app for glider pilots and gliding clubs. Track aircraft in real time, manage your club operations, log flights, and check weather — all from your phone. LIVE FLIGHT TRACKING - Real-time aircraft positions powered by OGN, Flarm, and KTrax - Interactive map with flight paths and replay - Track gliders, motor gliders, tow planes, paragliders, helicopters, and more - Tap any aircraft for detailed info: altitude, speed, climb rate CLUB MANAGEMENT - Club dashboard with member overview - Calendar and event scheduling - Role-based access for administrators, instructors, duty pilots, and more - Manage your club from anywhere — also available on mistralgliders.com FLIGHT LOGBOOK - Automatic flight logs generated from OGN and Flightbook data - Flight time calculator for quick totals - Personal and club flight history at a glance INSTRUCTION - Instructors publish their daily availability - Students book slots with automatic waiting list management - Clear overview of upcoming instruction sessions FLEET MANAGEMENT - Full overview of your club's aircraft fleet - Aircraft details and status tracking WEATHER & AIRFIELDS - METAR weather reports for any airfield - Rain radar and cloud layer overlays on the map - Airfield database with radio frequencies, runway info, and more PERSONALISATION - Bookmark your favourite clubs and aircraft for quick access - Customisable units: knots, km/h, feet, metres, and more - Available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, and Polish DATA SOURCES Mistral uses data from the Open Glider Network (OGN) and KTrax to locate aircraft equipped with Flarm beacons. Flight logs are provided by Flightbook. Weather data comes from official aviation sources (METAR) and RainViewer. Your privacy matters. Learn more: mistralgliders.com/privacy-policy Whether you fly gliders at a local club or track soaring flights worldwide, Mistral Gliders is built for you.

Screenshots

Aufwind4 screens
Mistral Gliders4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mistral Gliders at 94% against Aufwind's 53%. Mistral Gliders also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Aufwind sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Mistral Gliders asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Aufwind ships an update every 2 months, Mistral Gliders weekly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Aufwind versus Mistral Gliders: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAufwindMistral Gliders
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.3% of reviews94.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFifteen Jugglers Software UG0xBurg

Customer experience

Aufwind

All ratings20 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral15.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive53.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative33.3%

Mistral Gliders

Written reviews17 reviews
Positive94.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Aufwind

Subscriptions2
  • Aufwind Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Aufwind Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

Mistral Gliders

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Aufwind free?
Aufwind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mistral Gliders free?
Mistral Gliders is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Aufwind or Mistral Gliders have ads?
Neither Aufwind nor Mistral Gliders shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Aufwind or Mistral Gliders?
Aufwind ships an update every 2 months, and Mistral Gliders weekly. Most recently, Aufwind was updated on November 3, 2026 and Mistral Gliders on November 3, 2026.

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