FS Map Tool vs MSFS MAP NG
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FS Map Tool
Enhance your Microsoft Flight Simulator experience with this intuitive companion app. Navigate easily with switchable map views, manage waypoints, and customize your flight display. Works on tablets and phones for a delightful flight simmer's journey.
- Switchable map types (satellite, plain)
- Waypoint management (add, delete, move)
- Teleportation feature
- Auto-follow mode
- Lock view to plane or north
- Display flight parameters (altitude, speed, heading)
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Find your way around in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020/2024 using FS Map Tool, the intuitive and easy to use companion app that makes your flight experience a real flight simmer's delight. - Switchable map types (satellite or plain) - Teleportation - Switchable plane icons - Add/delete/move waypoints - Auto-follow mode toggle - Lock view to plane orientation or north - Display additional parameters like altitude, speed and heading - Works on tablets and phones - Updated regularly New waypoins can be added by long-pressing on a map location. Tap an existing waypoint to open a context menu where you can delete it. Long-press and drag an waypoints to move them around. Happy flying!
MSFS MAP NG
This app provides a high-performance moving map and charting tools for flight simulators. It offers real-time aircraft position updates, professional charts, and integrated weather and terrain data for enhanced situational awareness. Advanced features and premium content are available through a subscription.
- Real-time aircraft position updates
- Professional charting (AIP, VFR, Open Flight Maps)
- Integrated terrain and weather overlays
- VATSIM view and live METAR/TAF data
- Flight plan import/creation
- Remote autopilot control
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MSFS MAP NG: Your High-Performance EFB & Moving Map Take your flight simulation to the next level with MSFS MAP NG—the ultimate high-performance Moving Map designed for both MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024. Delivering a professional-grade suite of tools at an unbeatable price, MSFS MAP NG is the perfect, powerful alternative to Navigraph and Volanta. ================================================== WHY CHOOSE MSFS MAP NG? ================================================== * Ultra-Smooth Performance: Real-time aircraft position tracking with high-refresh-rate animations and zero stutter. * NEW! Seamless Instrument Streaming (Beta): Stream your cockpit instruments directly without using panel pop-outs—meaning virtually zero FPS impact! (Requires DirectX 12 enabled in graphics settings). * Professional Charting: Access over 65,000 AIP charts, FAA Sectional VFR charts, and Open Flight Maps. * Complete Situational Awareness: Integrated terrain visualization, weather overlays, and elevation profiles keep you fully informed. * Network & Online Ready: Complete VATSIM integration and live METAR/TAF weather reporting for realistic operations. * Effortless Flight Planning: Direct flight plan imports from SimBrief or use the built-in flight planner. ================================================== KEY FEATURES ================================================== * Instrument Streaming (Beta): Smooth, low-latency display streaming without external pop-out windows or performance hits. * Comprehensive Navigation: NDB, VOR, Airway, and Waypoint data overlays. * Detailed Aeronautical Data: Complete airport directory and navigational search. * Live Weather & Radar: Real-time rain radar, live METARs, TAFs, and dynamic terrain rendering. * Traffic Monitoring: Track live AI aircraft and multiplayer traffic in real time. * Remote Cockpit Control: Manipulate your autopilot and COM/NAV radios directly from any tablet, phone, or web browser. ================================================== HOW TO GET STARTED ================================================== 1. Download Desktop Server: Syncing with your simulator requires a lightweight desktop helper application. Download it at: https://www.msfsmap.com 2. Enable DX12: To use the Beta Instrument Streaming feature, ensure DirectX 12 (DX12) is enabled in your simulator's graphics settings. Note: Core features are free to use. Unlock advanced functionality and premium charting with a subscription. ================================================== TERMS & FEEDBACK ================================================== We are committed to continuous, long-term updates! We highly value community feedback as we evolve the platform. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: FS Map Tool at 79% against MSFS MAP NG's 0%. FS Map Tool also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (4.1 vs 3.8). MSFS MAP NG's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). On ratings volume, ads 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
MSFS MAP NG is free to download; FS Map Tool costs $4.99 up front. MSFS MAP NG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. FS Map Tool asks for nothing beyond the download.
FS Map Tool holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of FS Map Tool's written reviews are positive against 0% of MSFS MAP NG's.
FS Map Tool ships an update every 6 weeks, MSFS MAP NG every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FS Map Tool | MSFS MAP NG |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.1 (24 ratings) — better | 3.8 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 24 — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Riccardo Lardi | 圣跃 巩 |
Customer experience
FS Map Tool
MSFS MAP NG
In-app purchases
FS Map Tool
No in-app purchases
MSFS MAP NG
- Pro Version (Monthly)3 Days trial$2.491 Month
- Pro Version (Annually)$17.991 Year
- Premium$6.99
