Comparison

737 Handbook vs A320Q

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

Head to head
About

737 Handbook

An interactive technical guide for pilots, offering quick reference for sim or interview preparation. Features interactive schematics, photos, videos, and a flight deck mock-up. Content is organized for flexible learning, from essential information to in-depth system exploration.

Highlights
  • Interactive schematics
  • Videos of malfunctions and systems
  • FMC simulator with CPDLC/ACARS
  • 737 Flight Deck Mock-up
  • Photo galleries
  • Offline content access
Features
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The 737 Handbook is an interactive technical guide for pilots which provides a quick reference for sim or interview preparation from initial type rating to command upgrade. The app features interactive schematics, photos and videos with unique content. The information is sorted in different levels from most essential information on the page to in-depth information in pop-up windows. This enables you to choose the way you want to learn. Should you require quick reference you can go through the main text in the chapter. Should you, however, wish to explore the systems more in-depth you can do so by opening different pop-up windows, text and playing around with fully interactive schematics. Try it out yourself! Main features: * 226 pages divided into 18 chapters * Over 20 videos of different engine malfunctions and various systems operation * FMC simulator with CPDLC and ACARS * Fully Interactive schematics including Electrical, Fuel, Air Systems and many more * 737 Flight Deck Mock-up * Photo galleries * News section with technical blog posts * All of the content is available offline when online the app checks for content updates Note: The 737 Handbook comes with one chapter and one interactive schematic for free. The rest of the content is available as one time in-app purchase. ——————————————————————————— Terms & Conditions In-App Purchases * The 737 Handbook application offers an “in-app” purchase option which will unlock features listed on the “Unlock Premium Access” page * The “in-app” purchase is valid only on the ecosystem where the “in-app” purchase was made (no cross-platform support) * The “in-app” purchase will unlock premium access on all devices within the ecosystem, provided that the devices are signed in under the same ID * All amounts are payable and charged: * (i) for career pass (lifetime subscription) at the time you place your order * (ii) for type rating pass (6 monthly subscription), at the beginning of the subscription and, because each such subscription renews automatically for an additional period equal in length to the expiring subscription term until you cancel it, at the time of each renewal until you cancel. * You must cancel your subscription before it renews to avoid the billing of the fees for the next subscription period * Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. * Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Automatic renewals will cost the same price you were originally charged for the subscription * You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. * You can cancel the renewal of your subscription with the App Store * You will not receive a refund for the fees you already paid for your current subscription period, and you will continue to use premium access until the end of your current subscription period * App Store subscriptions can be managed from a mobile device or computer that is signed in using the same Apple ID as the initial purchase. The 737 Publishing s.r.o. cannot manage App Store subscriptions. * By purchasing the “premium access” you accept these terms & conditions Full Terms and Conditions: https://737-handbook.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Terms+and+Conditions.pdf Privacy Policy: https://737-handbook.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Privacy+Policy.pdf

About

A320Q

Test your knowledge of the Airbus A320 family with over 600 questions covering various aspects, including FCTM, limitations, and memory items. This app is designed for training and requires no internet connection to use.

Highlights
  • Over 600 questions
  • FCTM, Limitations, Memory Items
  • No internet connection required
  • Auto-renewing subscription option
  • Offline access
Features
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Prepare for your Airbus A320 type rating with A320Q, a study app for testing your knowledge of the A320 family. I built A320Q while preparing for my own type rating exam. It's meant for training only and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Airbus or any airline. Always use your official documentation as reference. WHAT'S INSIDE • 600+ multiple-choice questions, each with its FCOM reference • 100 questions on the FCTM • FCTM summary • Limitations quiz • Memory items, as a list and as practice cards • Flight control laws • Searchable abbreviations list STUDY YOUR WAY • Wrong answers come back later in the quiz, so you keep practising them until they stick • See your score as you go • Report a question straight from the app Try the first subjects for free. Unlock everything with a subscription. SUBSCRIPTION • A320Q Full Access: 1 year, $5.99 (auto-renewing) • Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. • The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage your subscription or turn off auto-renewal in your Apple Account settings at any time after purchase. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current period. Privacy Policy: https://appstimize.nl/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

737 Handbook4 screens
A320Q4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: 737 Handbook at 247 against A320Q's 1. A320Q's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 87%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. 737 Handbook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $16.99 per 6 months and A320Q sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for 737 Handbook against 5.0 for A320Q. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 737 Handbook has 247 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of 737 Handbook's written reviews are positive against 100% of A320Q's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

737 Handbook ships an update every 3 weeks, A320Q fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
737 Handbook versus A320Q: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter737 HandbookA320Q
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (247 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings247 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer737 PUBLISHING S.R.O.Appstimize

Customer experience

737 Handbook

All ratings246 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive87.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative9.2%

A320Q

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

737 Handbook

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App doesn't work offline
  • Stuck at loading percentages (e.g., 56%, 57%)
  • Premium content not available after purchase
  • App fails to start after updates
  • App not working on iOS 12.5.5
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  • App crashes often
  • Interactive components are very sensitive to touch

Requested features

6 requests
  • Make app available offline
  • Improve interactive component intuitiveness
  • Develop app for other aircraft models (e.g., 777)
  • Add feature to highlight words and make in-app notes
  • Consider sales/discounts on the app
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  • Develop an app for maintenance engineers

A320Q

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

737 Handbook

Subscriptions1
  • Type Rating Pass (6-monthly)$16.996 Months
One-time1
  • Career Pass (Lifetime)$54.99
1 purchases

A320Q

Subscriptions1
  • All Access$5.991 Year

Questions

Is 737 Handbook free?
737 Handbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is A320Q free?
A320Q is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 737 Handbook or A320Q?
A320Q is rated higher. 737 Handbook averages 4.9 out of 5 from 247 ratings, while A320Q averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do 737 Handbook or A320Q have ads?
Neither 737 Handbook nor A320Q shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 737 Handbook or A320Q?
737 Handbook ships an update every 3 weeks, and A320Q fortnightly. Most recently, 737 Handbook was updated on November 7, 2026 and A320Q on November 3, 2026.

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