Comparison

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) vs MSFS MAP NG

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

Head to head
About

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker)

Easily create ICAO-formatted flight plans with this app. Store aircraft details and link them to multiple plans. Generate PDF versions for authorities and utilize a beta map function for route planning and airport searches.

Highlights
  • Create ICAO flight plans
  • Store aircraft details
  • Link aircraft to flight plans
  • Generate PDF flight plans
  • Beta map function for route planning
  • Airport search
Features
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This application will facilitate the creation of flight plans in ICAO format, quick and easy. You can store the number of aircraft you want and link them with the various flight plans that you store in the application. With just a couple of clicks, you will have your flight plan in PDF format ready to be presented to the local aeronautical authority. You can use the included beta map function to search for airport, route planification, check altitude, speed, heading, and more. You can try this app for 14 days or create up to 10 different flight plans, then you must purchase a subscription to continue using it. Terms of Service: https://www.luarnol.com/fplmaker/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.luarnol.com/fplmaker/privacy.html Note: Map function must not be used for real flying, it will need internet to show maps, shown information may be wrong. It can be removed at any time.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

Screenshots

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker)4 screens
MSFS MAP NG4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) at 100% against MSFS MAP NG's 0%. Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8). MSFS MAP NG's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and MSFS MAP NG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker)'s written reviews are positive against 0% of MSFS MAP NG's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) ships an update every 6 weeks, MSFS MAP NG every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) versus MSFS MAP NG: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight Plan Maker (FPL Maker)MSFS MAP NG
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better3.8 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings512 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size325 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLuarnol LLC圣跃 巩

Customer experience

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker)

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

MSFS MAP NG

All ratings12 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker)

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly subscription$0.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annually subscription$9.991 Year
3 purchases

MSFS MAP NG

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Version (Monthly)3 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Pro Version (Annually)$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$6.99

Questions

Is Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) free?
Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MSFS MAP NG free?
MSFS MAP NG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) or MSFS MAP NG?
Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) is rated higher. Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while MSFS MAP NG averages 3.8 from 12 ratings.
Do Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) or MSFS MAP NG have ads?
Neither Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) nor MSFS MAP NG shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) or MSFS MAP NG?
Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) ships an update every 6 weeks, and MSFS MAP NG every 4 days. Most recently, Flight Plan Maker (FPL Maker) was updated on September 3, 2026 and MSFS MAP NG on September 15, 2026.

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