Comparison

A320PDP BASIC vs A320 CFDS Trainer

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

Head to head
About

A320PDP BASIC

This app provides a comprehensive study tool for Airbus A320 procedures, drawing from official manuals. It offers a user-friendly interface with graphics and real simulator images to aid learning. Customize it for specific airlines and use it for training, screenings, and pilot updates.

Highlights
  • Study A320 SOPs without manuals
  • Links information to manual references
  • Customizable for airlines and ATOs
  • Didactic methodology with graphics
  • Covers normal and abnormal procedures
  • Updated monthly with FCOM, QRH, FCTM changes
Features
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BASIC version of A320PDP . PROCUDURES 2026 UPDATED (LIMITED FREE CONTENT TO TRY THE APP) . FOR FULL CONTENT UNLOCKED, DOWNLOAD THE FULL VERSION : " A320 PDP ". The main goal since the initial APP design was to introduce all important elements from the latest versions of (generic AIRBUS A320) FCOM , FCTM , QRH ,MMEL , CDL and Normal checklist. The app enables the user to study absolutely any SOP of the A320 without any manual. With a simple user-friendly interface, it links the essential information needed for the lessons to the appropriate manual reference and further explanations. It is possible to customise the APP for any airline and ATO with the information and the manuals requested and also with their logos . contact via email to " info@a320pdp.site " for the requests. Lessons follow a didactic and easy methodology, with supporting graphics and real pictures taken in real simulator sessions . This APP must be used only for training purposes. It has not yet been approved for any Aeronautical Authority , but it is updated with the last Airbus information and new changes constantly. Advantages: - It is perfect to prepare screenings and Flight Simulator checks. - It helps instructors explain all normal and abnormal procedures to students. - It is really good for A320 Pilots to remain updated. - Very convenient for cadets to develop understanding on how to find the information in the A320 manuals , as it can be tough at the beginning. Strengths: - It stresses the Golden Rules of AIRBUS [FLY, NAV, COM First] for all abnormal SOPs. The sequence of each failure explanation always follows the AIRBUS Golden rules as a key to battle any failure in a safe, professional and efficient manner. - THE APP is wide knowledge database of 1300 pages that covers from Normal SOPs to the most complicated ABNORMAL SOPs. - It covers all Abnormalities and Emergencies that appear in any simulator check of any airline in the world. The Author is Captain A320 / A330 / A350 & TRI / TRE EASA and DEVELOPER in the APPLE DEVELOPER PROGRAM. All the new changes introduced in FCOM , QRH , FCTM , NORMAL CHECKLIST will be updated every month automatically. "Should you find any mistake or error, do not hesitate to email me and it will be corrected immediately"

About

A320 CFDS Trainer

Master the A320 Centralized Fault Display System (CFDS) with this advanced training app. Designed for maintenance personnel, it offers realistic fault simulation, interactive menus, and offline access for effective learning.

Highlights
  • Interactive BITE Menus
  • Realistic Fault Simulation
  • CAT 3 LAND TEST & LRU Menu
  • Post Flight Reports
  • Normal & Ground Modes
  • Realistic Aural Alerts
  • Offline Access
Features
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Take your aircraft maintenance skills to the next level with this advanced training app designed by A&P professionals. This A320 CFDS Training Tool offers an immersive and realistic learning experience for mastering the Centralized Fault Display System (CFDS) on the A320. ***This app is not intended for pilots. The FMS pages are for reference only and are NOT interactive. This app is specifically designed as a training tool for maintenance personnel only.*** Key Features: * Interactive BITE Menus: Simulate faults and perform BITE tests with adjustable wait times or fast 3-second timers. * Realistic Fault Simulation: Input faults, navigate CFDS menus, generate authentic BITE messages, and Aural Alerts. * CAT 3 LAND TEST & LRU Menu: Practice critical menu navigation. * Post Flight Reports: Create and filter reports with or without faults. * Normal & Ground Modes: Access the full CFDS system with dynamic avionics pages. * Realistic Aural Alerts: Hear authentic BITE test audio for an immersive training experience. * Learning View: Gain deeper insights into navigated pages for effective training and troubleshooting. * Quick reference links to AirnavX for studying. * Offline Access: No internet required (only for updates). * No Ads: A distraction-free learning environment. * Perfect for Maintenance Personnel: This app is designed specifically for A320 maintenance professionals. It’s ideal for independent learning or structured training. * Classroom Approved: Perfect for use in classroom instruction, paired with AMM step-by-step procedures. * AIDS: Coming Soon! Ongoing Updates: Regular content updates ensure you stay up to date with the latest A320 CFDS systems. ***This app is not intended for pilots. The FMS pages are for reference only and are NOT interactive. This app is specifically designed as a training tool for maintenance personnel only.*** Your purchase supports continuous app development—helping you enhance your skills while contributing to the ongoing improvement of this practical training tool. Download the A320 CFDS Training Tool today! ERM SIMS

Screenshots

A320PDP BASIC4 screens
A320 CFDS Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: A320PDP BASIC at 100% against A320 CFDS Trainer's 44%. A320PDP BASIC also leads on price (Free vs $19.99). A320 CFDS Trainer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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

A320PDP BASIC is free to download; A320 CFDS Trainer costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

A320 CFDS Trainer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of A320PDP BASIC's written reviews are positive against 44% of A320 CFDS Trainer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A320PDP BASIC ships an update every 3 months, A320 CFDS Trainer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
A320PDP BASIC versus A320 CFDS Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA320PDP BASICA320 CFDS Trainer
PriceFree — better$19.99
Rating4.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size542 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerjaime bonetERM SIMS LLC

Customer experience

A320PDP BASIC

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

A320 CFDS Trainer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative55.6%

In-app purchases

None

A320PDP BASIC

No in-app purchases

None

A320 CFDS Trainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is A320PDP BASIC free?
A320PDP BASIC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is A320 CFDS Trainer free?
A320 CFDS Trainer costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, A320PDP BASIC or A320 CFDS Trainer?
A320 CFDS Trainer is rated higher. A320PDP BASIC averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while A320 CFDS Trainer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do A320PDP BASIC or A320 CFDS Trainer have ads?
Neither A320PDP BASIC nor A320 CFDS Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A320PDP BASIC or A320 CFDS Trainer?
A320PDP BASIC ships an update every 3 months, and A320 CFDS Trainer every 2 months. Most recently, A320PDP BASIC was updated on September 15, 2026 and A320 CFDS Trainer on September 18, 2026.

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