C182 Performance vs ION Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
C182 Performance
This app calculates essential flight performance data for Cessna 182 and some Cessna 210 models. It covers takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, and emergency procedures, along with an interactive hold calculator and risk analysis tool. Cloud sync ensures your flight plans are available across devices.
- Flight performance calculations
- Takeoff and landing data
- Climb and cruise performance
- Instrument procedure calculations
- Emergency performance data
- Interactive hold calculator
- Risk analysis tool
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C182 Performance computes all the useful performance numbers for flight planning for most Cessna 182 aircraft models and some Cessna 210 models. It includes calculations for takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, instrument procedures as well as emergencies. It also includes an interactive hold calculator, a risk analysis tool, and an emergency glide distance calculator that handles head and tailwinds. C182 Performance is also available on other mobile devices and as a WebApp (an App that runs in a browser) that runs on a variety of platforms (PC, Mac, tablets, phones). The cloud sync feature allows flight planning profiles entered on any device to be synchronized with your other devices when connected to the Internet. C182 Performance is a free, open-source development effort and has Apps and WebApps for other aircraft. See http://pohperformance.com for complete details.
ION Mobile
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ION: Empowering Smart Farming Welcome to ION, the ultimate mobile app for modern farmers. Gain real-time insights and complete control over your agricultural operations from anywhere, at any time. Key Features: - Inverter & 3 Phase Usage: Monitor energy consumption with real-time data on inverter performance and 3-phase usage. - Dam Levels & Water Pump Volume: Stay informed about water resources with live updates on dam levels and water pump performance. - VSD Management: Optimize Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) in real-time for efficient operations. - Water Pump Performance: Maximize irrigation and minimize water wastage with live water pump efficiency tracking. - GPS Operational View: Get a bird's-eye view of all your operational sites and equipment status on the interactive map. - Comprehensive Analytics: Leverage powerful data analytics to make informed decisions and boost farm productivity. - Push Notifications: Stay updated with key events and receive alerts on important data thresholds. Why Choose ION: ION empowers farmers with smart tools and real-time data, driving sustainability, productivity, and profitability. Experience the future of farming today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ION Mobile at every 3 weeks against C182 Performance's every 2 months. ION Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
C182 Performance ships an update every 2 months, ION Mobile every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.
| Parameter | C182 Performance | ION Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | POH Performance L.L.C. | Intelligent Output Systems (PTY) Ltd |
In-app purchases
C182 Performance
No in-app purchases
ION Mobile
No in-app purchases
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