ASTB Prep vs FlightBoss
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ASTB Prep
Prepare for naval aviation exams with comprehensive study materials, practice tests, and simulators. Covers all subtests for Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard aviation selection. Features adaptive testing and offline access.
- 73 comprehensive lessons
- 140+ flashcard decks
- 600+ sample test questions
- Unlimited adaptive practice tests
- UAV tracking simulator
- Terrain identification simulator
- Stick and throttle simulators
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ASTB PREP is a comprehensive study tool for the ASTB-E and OAR military aviation exams, created by a former Naval Officer. Full Access is available as a one-time in-app purchase. Whether you are preparing for Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard aviation selection, ASTB PREP gives you the tools to study efficiently and build confidence before test day. FREE FEATURES • Create a free account • Access introductory lessons covering exam overview, structure, and study strategies • Track your study progress • Sync your progress and access with your ASTB PREP account FULL ACCESS • 81 comprehensive lessons with review sections across all 7 ASTB subtests • 140+ flashcard decks for rapid knowledge reinforcement • 1,200+ sample test questions with detailed explanations • Unlimited adaptive practice tests that target your weak areas • Dichotic Listening Test (DLT) simulator • UAV tracking simulator • Terrain Identification simulator • Rear Cockpit simulator • Hardware-enhanced PBM training for a more realistic practice experience • On iPhone and iPad, train with intuitive on-screen controls or compatible Bluetooth game controllers, including supported Xbox and PlayStation controllers • Performance coaching tools • All content is available offline after download, making ASTB PREP ideal for deployment, travel, and other low-connectivity environments STUDY WITH YOUR ACCOUNT Full Access is tied to your ASTB PREP account. Sign in with the same account to keep your access and study progress synced and available wherever your account is supported. EXISTING CUSTOMERS If you previously purchased ASTB PREP, your access is preserved. Simply sign in or create an account to link your Full Access. ALL 7 ASTB SUBTESTS COVERED • Math Skills Test (MST) • Reading Comprehension Test (RCT) • Mechanical Comprehension Test (MCT) • Aviation and Nautical Information Test (ANIT) • Naval Aviation Trait Facet Inventory (NATFI) • Performance Based Measures (PBM): DLT, UAV, TI, RC • Biographical Inventory with Response Validation (BI-RV) Also covers all 3 OAR subtests: MST, RCT, and MCT. Account required. Free to create. Privacy policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/24362764
FlightBoss
Manage aircraft maintenance, inspections, and flight logs with automated alerts and digital document storage. Track compliance, log flight hours, and communicate with co-owners seamlessly. Offers a free trial for new users.
- Flight log tracking (Hobbs/Tach)
- Maintenance and inspection management
- Automated compliance alerts (FAA Part 91)
- Customizable inspection tracking
- Digital logbook
- Document archiving
- Multi-owner functionality
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FlightBoss is a one-stop solution for any plane owner to track a flight log by Hobbs/Tach time, to manage regular maintenance including squawks and VFR/IFR inspections. FlightBoss tracks compliance with all FAA Part 91 aircraft airworthiness inspections plus it provides unlimited custom alerts specific to your aircraft. Download a free trial version of the App today. Track VFR and IFR compliance requirements including ELT, Annual, Transponder, Pitot System, Registration, VOR, Insurance, and GPS database currency with just a few clicks. Set automated email and app alerts based on your desired notification settings for inspections and maintenance. Capture photo, description, and airplane status with a few clicks when you identify unscheduled maintenance. Send squawks to your mechanic for airworthiness confirmation right from the app. Multi-Owner functionality ensures you stay in sync with other owners of the airplane. Communicate critical airworthiness information to partners within seconds. Create a digital logbook that is used to trigger inspections, maintenance, and other Tach/Hobbs time alerts. Digital archive of all your most valuable documents. Upload your POH by section, Insurance, Weight and Balance, identification, STCs, and more. Streamline Your Flight Operations Today. FlightBoss subscription is a month-to-month subscription or annual that begins at sign up (New users are eligible for a one month free trial as well). You can easily cancel anytime, online, 24 hours a day. There are no long-term contracts or cancellation fees. We just want you to love the amazing features FlightBoss has the offer. A few of these features are listed below - Accommodates Multi-Owner Aircraft - iOS, iPhone, and iPad Compatible - Automated Inspection Alerts to Keep You Informed - Unlimited Custom Inspections for Your Individual Needs - Supports Multi-Engine & Complex Airplanes - Digital Aircraft Logbook to Track Hobbs and Tach Time - Upload and Store critical Documents in One Place - Access From Anywhere You Have Cell Service or WiFi You can learn more about pricing and subscription by visiting our website: https://flightboss.com Privacy Policy - https://flightboss.com/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions - http://flightboss.com/terms-conditions/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: ASTB Prep at 94% against FlightBoss's 50%. ASTB Prep also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (438 vs 10). FlightBoss's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. ASTB Prep sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FlightBoss sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ASTB Prep holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASTB Prep has 438 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of ASTB Prep's written reviews are positive against 50% of FlightBoss's.
ASTB Prep ships an update every 2 weeks, FlightBoss every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ASTB Prep | FlightBoss |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (438 ratings) — better | 3.8 (10 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.6% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 438 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 812 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alex Hastings | Russell Aviation |
Customer experience
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Bugs and requests
ASTB Prep
Reported bugs
2 issues- Mechanical comprehension test has 30 questions, not 20
- Terrain identification section has occasional screen color issues
Requested features
4 requests- Option to disable timer for terrain identification
- Ability to configure duration of correct answer display
- Add audio for UAV portion to simulate real test experience
- Include emergency scenario training for UAV
FlightBoss
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ASTB Prep
- Joystick FunctionalityFree
- Full Access$39.99
FlightBoss
- Monthly Subscription14 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$129.991 Year
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