# SkyTimer vs TakeoffAlert

The clearest difference is rating: TakeoffAlert at 5.0 against SkyTimer's 4.0. TakeoffAlert also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). SkyTimer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (22 vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SkyTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. TakeoffAlert asks for nothing beyond the download.

TakeoffAlert holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SkyTimer has 22 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SkyTimer ships an update fortnightly, TakeoffAlert every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SkyTimer | TakeoffAlert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skytimer/id1521776101/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeoffalert/id1559078198/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 149 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Framework Learning, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435740981) | [Raymond Chase](https://appshunter.io/developer/1123451416) |

## What reviewers say

### SkyTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skytimer/id1521776101)

This app automatically logs flights, tracks fuel burn, and manages tank levels in real-time from your wrist, phone, or iPad. It provides detailed flight logs and can export data, acting as a cockpit companion for pilots.

**Highlights:** Automatic flight logging, Real-time fuel tracking, Multi-tank and engine support, Worldwide airport database, Smart fuel balancing, Detailed flight logs, Cross-device sync

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plus Subscription | $2.49 | per month |
| Annual Plus Subscription | $17.99 | per year |


### TakeoffAlert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeoffalert/id1559078198)

This app monitors your aircraft's takeoff performance in real-time, comparing actual data against planned performance. It provides intuitive feedback on your aircraft's position relative to runway requirements during takeoff.

**Highlights:** Real-time takeoff monitoring, Actual vs. planned performance comparison, Intuitive data display, Input takeoff data (TODA, Roll, Stopping Distance), Monitor takeoff position

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SkyTimer free?

SkyTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TakeoffAlert free?

TakeoffAlert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SkyTimer or TakeoffAlert?

TakeoffAlert is rated higher. SkyTimer averages 4.0 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while TakeoffAlert averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SkyTimer or TakeoffAlert have ads?

Neither SkyTimer nor TakeoffAlert shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SkyTimer or TakeoffAlert?

SkyTimer ships an update fortnightly, and TakeoffAlert every 9 months. Most recently, SkyTimer was updated on October 7, 2026 and TakeoffAlert on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*