Comparison

Pearson Dealer vs AgPilot 2

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

Head to head
About

Pearson Dealer

Features
Read full description

After Pearson Engineering had been under Robbie’s stewardship for more than 39 years, it was time for him to retire. Current owner Jason Tidmarsh bought the business in September 2010. With a strong background in both farming and engineering, Jason remains faithful to the Pearson Engineering legacy. He and the team live and breathe its ethos of great service and high quality farm equipment made in New Zealand for the New Zealand farmer.

About

AgPilot 2

Features
Read full description

AgPilot 2 is the ultimate companion app for agricultural pilots, streamlining aerial spraying and top-dressing operations. Designed by an agricultural pilot, this app combines ease of use with powerful functionality to enhance efficiency in the cockpit. Its intuitive interface is optimized for both iPhones and iPads, featuring large buttons for clear visibility and quick access. Standard (Free) Version: AgPilot is free to use and includes access to essential features. For advanced functionality, consider upgrading to the PRO version. PRO Version: The PRO version unlocks premium features, including the ability to maintain a history of customer jobs, email completed job reports, and store different spray and fertilizer mix setups under "MIXES." Additionally, you also get access to the new 'Spray Forecaster' function and our new mapping tool to allow you to calculate fertiliser requirements and rates. The PRO version also removes all ads for an uninterrupted experience. FEATURES: Spray Forecaster: Determine if conditions are optimal for spraying with the 'Spray Forecaster'. Adjust wind parameters to suit your specific location and needs. Powered by high-quality weather data from the Norwegian Meteorological Institute. Calculate Area: Use the advanced mapping feature to calculate the exact amount of fertiliser needed for a given area or determine application rates based on available supplies. Track Time: Easily track your actual flight time with the built-in, highly visible stopwatch. The app also records ferry time, providing an accurate total time in the end-of-job report. Track Loads: Monitor each load with the load tracker, conveniently placed alongside the stopwatch on the Spray Screen. Adding a load and starting spraying is as simple as pressing a button. Calculate Loads: The "Use Calculate Loads" feature provides valuable insights, such as the area per load and the total number of loads needed. Use the work screen to apply these calculated rates or manually adjust loads and areas for customized reporting. Track Area: Enter your area per load (in hectares or acres) to automatically calculate the total area covered. This feature ensures accurate chemical usage tracking and aligns with other systems for cross-referencing. Track Chemicals: You can add up to four chemicals per job, and the totals are automatically calculated at the end of each job. The app also supports an unlimited chemical selection screen, making it simple to prepare for future jobs. Chemical Loadout: Completing all spray fields generates a detailed summary of the chemical loadout needed for each flight, ensuring accurate and efficient planning. Reports: Generate comprehensive, easy-to-read reports detailing every aspect of your flight at the end of each job. Secure Data: All job data is securely stored locally on your device and seamlessly integrated with your personal iCloud storage. This ensures that AgPilot 2 data is readily accessible across all your devices, providing convenience and continuity in your operations. LEGAL: View our full terms & conditions at: https://pitchlinks.co.nz/terms View our Privacy Policy at: https://www.pitchlinks.co.nz/privacy For the Terms of Use (EULA), refer to Apple's Standard Licensed Application End User Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pearson Dealer4 screens
AgPilot 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pearson Dealer at none against AgPilot 2's 3. Pearson Dealer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. AgPilot 2 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pearson Dealer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pearson Dealer ships an update every 2 months, AgPilot 2 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Pearson Dealer versus AgPilot 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPearson DealerAgPilot 2
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size67 MB99 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNZ Marketing Group LimitedPITCHLINKS LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Pearson Dealer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

AgPilot 2

Subscriptions2
  • AgPilot 2 Pro$1.991 Month
  • AgPilot 2 Pro$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • AgPilot 2 Pro$12.99

Questions

Is Pearson Dealer free?
Pearson Dealer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AgPilot 2 free?
AgPilot 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pearson Dealer or AgPilot 2 have ads?
AgPilot 2 shows ads; Pearson Dealer does not.
Which is updated more often, Pearson Dealer or AgPilot 2?
Pearson Dealer ships an update every 2 months, and AgPilot 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, Pearson Dealer was updated on November 3, 2026 and AgPilot 2 on October 27, 2026.

Other comparisons