Comparison

Inflight Map vs Flight Mode Map

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

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About

Inflight Map

Track your flight's precise location on a moving map without an internet connection. View ground speed, altitude, distance to destination, and time remaining. Export your flight path and add notes for later review.

Highlights
  • Offline moving map
  • Ground speed and altitude tracking
  • Distance to destination
  • Flight time calculation
  • GPX track export
  • Text note taking
  • Imperial and metric units
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Know Your Flight’s Progress – Even Offline! Ever wondered exactly where your airplane is while flying? Stay informed and empowered with Inflight Map – the essential companion for curious airline passengers. Features you’ll love: • See your plane’s real-time position on a moving map — no internet needed! • Track key flight stats: speed, GPS & barometric altitude, distance to/from origin/destination, precise time since takeoff and estimated time to landing. • Works 100% offline. Default map, stats, and calculations are available even in airplane mode. • Optionally connect to the internet for live weather, radar, flight lists and more detailed online maps. • Instantly find nearby airports and tap for quick access to live airport info on FlightAware. • Quick airport search: find airports by IATA/ICAO code, city, or country. • Bluetooth GPS support: Use an external GPS receiver for even greater location accuracy. • Take notes during your flight! Export your journey’s track and notes (GPX/TXT) for review in Google Earth or other geo apps. • Home Screen, Lock Screen & Live Activities: View your flight’s progress at a glance—including on the Dynamic Island and connected Apple Watch. • Customize your experience: choose offline/online maps, imperial/metric units, toggle radar & track overlays. • Barometric Pressure: If your device supports it, view cabin pressure and barometric altitude. Why Inflight Map? More airlines are ditching seatback screens, but you don’t have to fly in the dark. Stay aware and enjoy the journey with all the information you care about—right on your iPhone. A few tips for best results: • App requires access to your iPhone’s GPS — a window seat is highly recommended! • Initial GPS fix may take 30–60 seconds. • For the most accurate stats, launch the app before takeoff, with your phone in airplane mode. Download Inflight Map now and enjoy your next flight with all the info you need!

About

Flight Mode Map

Track your flight's position, altitude, and speed with this offline navigation app. Cache maps before takeoff for seamless in-flight tracking without an internet connection. Stay informed about your journey with real-time data and customizable units.

Highlights
  • Real-time flight data
  • Offline map caching
  • No internet required
  • Automatic position updates
  • Customizable units
  • Keep screen active mode
Features
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**Flight Mode Map - The Ultimate In-Flight Navigation Experience** Ever found yourself wondering where exactly you are while flying? What’s your altitude, your speed, or how far you are from your destination? Say goodbye to uncertainty with **Flight Mode Map**, the revolutionary app designed for airline passengers who want to track their precise position on a moving map—without needing an internet connection! With in-flight entertainment systems being phased out on many planes, Flight Mode Map steps in as your personal navigator. Using the latest iPhone technologies and your device's built-in GPS, Flight Mode Map delivers real-time information about your flight, right in your hand. ### Key Features: - **Real-Time Flight Data:** View your **ground speed** in mph or km/h, **GPS altitude** in feet or meters, and even **barometric altitude**, all without an internet connection. - **Track Your Location:** See your exact position on a **moving map**, even while in Airplane Mode, showing you how far you are from your destination in miles, nautical miles, or kilometers. - **Offline Map Caching**: (**Super Important!**) To use the map during your flight, you **must cache the map data before takeoff**. While you're still on the ground and connected to the internet, open the map in the app, zoom in and out, and scroll over the flight path at the desired zoom levels. This will download the map data for offline use during your flight. The app will save the map sections for your entire route, ensuring you can navigate seamlessly at any altitude. Once you're in the air, no internet connection is needed to view the map! - **Automatic Updates:** Enable auto-updating of your airplane’s position on the map, providing a seamless experience as you fly. - **No Internet Required:** Flight Mode Map functions entirely offline, so no data charges or Wi-Fi access is needed. ### Enhanced In-Flight Experience: - **Stay Informed:** Quickly view your flight information at any time—your altitude, speed, and time remaining to your destination are always visible. - **"Don't Sleep" Mode:** Keep your screen active throughout the flight with our handy "Don't Sleep" feature, so your navigation data is always ready at a glance. - **Customizable Units:** Choose between metric or imperial units for altitude and speed. - **GPS-Optimized:** The app is optimized for window-seat use, ensuring you get the best signal possible while in the air. ### Simple and Reliable: While in-flight GPS reception may vary, **Flight Mode Map** ensures you always have access to the most accurate information available. Whether you're on a window seat or further from the plane’s edge, our app is built to work even in less-than-ideal conditions. ### Easy Permissions Setup: Flight Mode Map respects your privacy and only requires minimal permissions for location and altimeter data. Setting up is easy, with clear instructions for enabling permissions if necessary. **Flight Mode Map** is the perfect travel companion for frequent flyers, aviation enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to stay in control of their flight experience. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, our app provides the insight and information you need to make your flight more enjoyable. **Important Reminder**: Before flying, be sure to open the map and cache the route for your trip! Download **Flight Mode Map** today and never wonder about your flight details again!

Screenshots

Inflight Map4 screens
Flight Mode Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Inflight Map at 3.0 against Flight Mode Map's 1.0. Inflight Map also leads on price ($3.99 vs $4.99). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Inflight Map costs $3.99 and Flight Mode Map $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Inflight Map holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Inflight Map versus Flight Mode Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInflight MapFlight Mode Map
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.617.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size177 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikolay KlimchukSPIDER SERVICE SRL

Customer experience

Inflight Map

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Flight Mode Map

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Inflight Map

No in-app purchases

None

Flight Mode Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Inflight Map free?
Inflight Map costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flight Mode Map free?
Flight Mode Map costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Inflight Map or Flight Mode Map?
Inflight Map is rated higher. Inflight Map averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Flight Mode Map averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Inflight Map or Flight Mode Map have ads?
Neither Inflight Map nor Flight Mode Map shows ads.

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