# SimuDrone vs Part 107

The clearest difference is rating: Part 107 at 4.6 against SimuDrone's 4.0. Part 107 also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1K vs 247). SimuDrone's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (36% vs 25%). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SimuDrone sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Part 107 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Part 107 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 247 and 1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of SimuDrone's written reviews are positive against 25% of Part 107's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SimuDrone ships an update every 3 months, Part 107 monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SimuDrone | Part 107 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simudrone-drone-simulator/id1601657075/reviews) | **[4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/part-107-faa-practice-test/id6463893807/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 247 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | **35.7% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 301 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mustafa Akkuzu](https://appshunter.io/developer/847488989) | [Aleksandr Alekseev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1227414052) |

## What reviewers say

### SimuDrone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simudrone-drone-simulator/id1601657075)

Practice drone maneuvers and flight modes in a realistic simulation environment. Use your own DJI remote controller to build muscle memory and flying skills without the risk of damage or costly repairs.

**Highlights:** Crash-free learning environment, Practice with DJI remote controller, Realistic physics simulation, Build muscle memory and flying skill, Learn complex maneuvers and flight modes

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy 30 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Factory 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Settlement | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Parking | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Industry | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Island | $0.99 | one-time |
| Get 70 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50 monedas | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 3 Maps | $1.99 | one-time |
| 150 Coins | $2.49 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Coins | $3.49 | one-time |
| Combo Pack | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Works with actual DJI controller for realistic practice
- ✈️ Effective tool for learning drone flying skills
- 🎯 Good for beginners to practice control techniques
- 🏃 Responsive controller input and flight mechanics
- 🎬 Supports multiple flight modes (Cine, Normal, Sport)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Aggressive monetization with coin system
- 🐛 Frequent controller connection failures
- 📱 Limited controller compatibility (many DJI models unsupported)
- 🎨 Basic graphics quality
- 🔌 Confusing connection instructions and setup

**Reported bugs**

- Controller won't connect to app (multiple controller models affected)
- App crashes and lockups, especially in city map
- Flight orientation changes randomly mid-flight
- Purchased maps/coins disappear after updates
- Drone selection option disappears after initial setup

**Requested features**

- More maps and environments (forest, outdoor scenes)
- Controller sensitivity adjustment settings
- Better graphics quality
- One-time purchase option instead of coin system
- Ad-supported free play option


### Part 107

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/part-107-faa-practice-test/id6463893807)

Prepare for the FAA's Part 107 exam with realistic practice tests and interactive study modes. Track your progress, review detailed explanations, and build confidence for commercial drone operation.

**Highlights:** Practice tests covering all topics, Interactive study modes, Realistic sample questions, Progress tracking, Detailed explanations, Personalized study plan

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Year | $14.99 | per year |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Month | $14.99 | per month |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Part 107 & FAA Exam - Year | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for 107 preparation
- 👍 Passed the test first try

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Repeats the same questions
- 🐛 Broken and buggy
- 💸 Expensive with ads
- 🤔 Questions not representative of the actual test

**Reported bugs**

- Repeated questions on practice exams
- Inability to zoom in on maps and charts
- Ads not removed after purchasing premium

**Requested features**

- Provide study material, not just questions
- Improve question quality and variety
- Fix the practice test functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SimuDrone free?

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

### Is Part 107 free?

Part 107 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SimuDrone or Part 107?

Part 107 is rated higher. SimuDrone averages 4.0 out of 5 from 247 ratings, while Part 107 averages 4.6 from 1K ratings.

### Do SimuDrone or Part 107 have ads?

Part 107 shows ads; SimuDrone does not.

### Which is updated more often, SimuDrone or Part 107?

SimuDrone ships an update every 3 months, and Part 107 monthly. Most recently, SimuDrone was updated on September 24, 2026 and Part 107 on September 24, 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.*