Comparison

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO vs ACE Checklist Editor

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

Head to head
About

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO

This pilot-curated knowledge base offers over 2,200 questions and explanations for 787 systems and procedures. Create custom tests, filter by topic, and access a comprehensive search database to enhance your aviation studies.

Highlights
  • 2,200+ Q&A with explanations
  • Custom test creation
  • Topic filtering (787-8/9)
  • 700+ HD images
  • Full FCOM search
  • Unit converter
  • Dark Mode support
Features
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Boeing 787 Training Guide — built by pilots, for pilots. The Boeing 787 Training Guide app is a pilot-curated knowledge base designed to make study time efficient—whether you’re preparing for type rating, recurrent, line checks, or a simulator session. This comprehensive guide uses a clear question–and–answer format with 2,200+ questions, answers, and explanations covering 787 systems and procedures. It’s engineered to challenge understanding far better than passively reading a manual. Highlights Create custom tests from your Right, Wrong, Marked, or Commented questions. Filter by topic and switch between 787-8 / 787-9. Concise explanations aimed at real-world cockpit decision-making. Mark items, add comments, and revisit weak areas quickly. 2025 update: expanded question bank, refreshed database, and improved content. Goal Help you learn faster and retain more—so you spend less time preparing and more time flying. This app is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Boeing Company. What's included: 2,100 questions with detailed answer explanations (787-8/9). 700+ images — HD panels, buttons, and components. 2,000+ references & explanations across systems and procedures. 410 definitions with fast search. 2,000+ FAA abbreviations (fast search). 700+ Jeppesen abbreviations (fast search). Glossary of terms (fast search). 360 EICAS messages (fast search). 787-8/9 limitations (fast search; add / edit / delete). Jeppesen symbols with fast search. Built-in unit converter (weight, speed, temperature, pressure, distance). Dark Mode support. Full FCOM search database. TOPICS INCLUDED : 787 - 8 DATABASE * FULL TEST (1342 Questions, All topics in one test) * ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (198 Questions) * HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (74 Questions) * LANDING GEAR / BRAKES (77 Questions) * FLIGHT CONTROLS (272 Questions) * ANTI-ICE SYSTEM (70 Questions) * FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM (76 Questions) * AIR SYSTEMS (162 Questions) * FUEL SYSTEM (97 Questions) * ENGINE GEnx (186 Questions) * ENGINE TRENT 1000 (179 Questions) * APU (41 Questions) * WARNING SYSTEM (191 Questions) * FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS (146 Questions) * AUTOMATIC FLIGHT (133 Questions) * AIRPLANE GENERAL (103 Questions) * COMMUNICATIONS (55 Questions) 787 - 9 DATABASE * FULL TEST (1342 Questions, All topics in one test) * ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (198 Questions) * HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (74 Questions) * LANDING GEAR / BRAKES (79 Questions) * FLIGHT CONTROLS (274 Questions) * ANTI-ICE SYSTEM (60 Questions) * FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM (76 Questions) * AIR SYSTEMS (166 Questions) * FUEL SYSTEM (97 Questions) * ENGINE GEnx (186 Questions) * ENGINE TRENT 1000 (179 Questions) * APU (41 Questions) * WARNING SYSTEM (191 Questions) * FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS (146 Questions) * AUTOMATIC FLIGHT (133 Questions) * AIRPLANE GENERAL (102 Questions) * COMMUNICATIONS (55 Questions) The built-in Search lets you look up 4,000+ definitions and limitations. If a term comes up during a test, jump to the definition and return to your question without losing your place—making the test-taking experience faster and smoother. The 787 Training Guide app is a pilot-built resource to help you become a more confident 787 pilot.

About

ACE Checklist Editor

Create, manage, and execute aviation checklists digitally. Designed for pilots, it offers offline functionality, professional templates, and multi-format import/export for enhanced safety and efficiency in the cockpit.

Highlights
  • Digital aviation checklist creation
  • Offline functionality
  • Multi-format import/export (ACE, ForeFlight, Dynon)
  • Professional templates
  • Challenge & Response format
  • Revision history
  • Smart organization by aircraft or phase of flight
Features
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Transform Your Aviation Safety with Professional Digital Checklists ACE Checklist Editor is the professional pilot's choice for creating, managing, and executing aviation checklists on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Designed by pilots for pilots, ACE brings the reliability of paper checklists into the digital age with powerful features that enhance safety and efficiency. WHY PILOTS CHOOSE ACE • Universal Compatibility - Import and export checklists in ACE (.ace), ForeFlight (.fmd), and Dynon formats • Industry-Standard ACE Format - Compatible with Garmin avionics and other systems that support ACE files • Works Offline - All your checklists are stored locally on your device. No internet required in flight • Professional Templates - Start with expertly crafted templates for popular aircraft or create your own from scratch • External Drive Sync - Keep your checklists synchronized across devices using external drives • Smart Organization - Group checklists by aircraft, phase of flight, or custom categories SAFETY-FIRST DESIGN • Challenge & Response Format - Clear distinction between checklist items and expected responses • Emergency Procedures - Quick access to critical checklists with high-visibility formatting • Warning & Caution Items - Color-coded alerts for critical items that demand attention • Revision History - Track all changes with complete version control • No Distractions - Clean, focused interface designed for cockpit use POWERFUL FEATURES • Multi-Format Import & Export - Share checklists in Garmin (.ace) [.gcl and .gplts coming soon], ForeFlight (.fmd), or Dynon formats with other pilots and avionics systems • ForeFlight Integration - Import your existing ForeFlight checklists and export back in encrypted .fmd format • Dynon Compatibility - Full support for Dynon SkyView checklist format with proper line wrapping • Multiple Aircraft - Manage checklists for your entire fleet in one app • Customizable Sections - Organize by phase of flight: Preflight, Startup, Taxi, Takeoff, Cruise, Landing, Shutdown • Rich Formatting - Add notes, references, conditional items, and amplified procedures • Search & Filter - Quickly find any checklist or item across your entire library BUILT FOR REAL PILOTS Whether you're a student pilot building good habits, a CFI managing training aircraft, or a professional pilot flying complex aircraft, ACE adapts to your needs: • Student Pilots: Learn proper checklist discipline with clear, organized procedures • Flight Instructors: Create standardized checklists for your training fleet • Aircraft Owners: Maintain custom checklists that match your specific equipment and STCs • Professional Pilots: Manage multiple aircraft types with airline-style formatting ONE APP, EVERY DEVICE • Native iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps, all in one download • Edit on the Mac with a full desktop window, menus, and keyboard • Document-based app - Open .ace files directly from Files, email, or other apps • iCloud backup keeps your data safe YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL • All checklists stored locally on your device but auto synced via iCloud to other devices you control. • No account required • Core checklist editing is available without a subscription; optional subscriptions and lifetime purchases unlock additional features • Export your data anytime in ACE, ForeFlight, or Dynon formats • Privacy-focused: We never see your checklists IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ACE Checklist Editor is designed to assist pilots but does not replace your aircraft's official Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) or FAA-approved flight manual. Always verify checklist items against your aircraft's official documentation. Every aircraft is unique with different equipment and STCs. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Additional Terms: https://www.acechecklist.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.acechecklist.com/privacy

Screenshots

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO4 screens
ACE Checklist Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ACE Checklist Editor at Free against Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO's $24.99. ACE Checklist Editor also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 months). Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

ACE Checklist Editor is free to download; Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO costs $24.99 up front. ACE Checklist Editor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO's written reviews are positive against 50% of ACE Checklist Editor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO ships an update every 10 months, ACE Checklist Editor every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO versus ACE Checklist Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoeing 787 Training Guide PROACE Checklist Editor
Price$24.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better3.8 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size704 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGustavo LegarretaPatrick Michalina

Customer experience

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

ACE Checklist Editor

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

ACE Checklist Editor

Subscriptions2
  • ACE Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
  • ACE Pro Annual$49.991 Year
One-time8
  • Fly Mode (Lifetime)$4.99
  • PDF Export (Lifetime)$9.99
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  • ACE File Access (Lifetime)$99.99

Questions

Is Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO free?
Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ACE Checklist Editor free?
ACE Checklist Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO or ACE Checklist Editor?
Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO is rated higher. Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while ACE Checklist Editor averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.
Do Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO or ACE Checklist Editor have ads?
Neither Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO nor ACE Checklist Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO or ACE Checklist Editor?
Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO ships an update every 10 months, and ACE Checklist Editor every 4 days. Most recently, Boeing 787 Training Guide PRO was updated on October 25, 2026 and ACE Checklist Editor on October 24, 2026.

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