Comparison

PilotBox vs Runway Measure

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

Head to head
About

PilotBox

This aviation utility app provides pilots with automated weather reports, significant weather charts, and essential flight calculation tools. It offers features like fuel uplift calculation, temperature altitude corrections, and a coordinates converter, accessible on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Automated Weather (METAR & TAF)
  • Significant Weather Charts
  • Fuel Uplift Calculator
  • Temperature Altitude Corrections
  • iPhone Widgets
  • Watch App
  • Coordinates Converter
Features
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Pilot Weather and Tools perfect for Airline Pilots - Fully Automated Weather (METAR & TAF) - Significant Weather Charts - Fuel Uplift Calculator - Temperature Altitude Corrections - iPhone Widgets - Watch App - Useful Aviation Tools - Coordinates Converter Find out more: https://pilotbox.app Payments and Subscriptions: Subscription payments will be charged to your Apple Account once you confirm your purchase. Subscription automatically renews at the end of your current subscription period, unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours prior to end of the current period. Terms of Service: https://pilotbox.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://pilotbox.app/privacy/

About

Runway Measure

Features
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RunwayMeasure is a precision chart measurement tool designed for pilots preparing for operational review. Import an airport chart, calibrate a known distance, and measure real-world runway and taxiway distances directly on your device. Built with a focus on clarity and simplicity, RunwayMeasure helps you visualise and understand distances before you step into the cockpit. Key Features • Import airport charts from your photo library • Calibrate using a known reference distance • Measure runway and taxiway distances instantly • Clear visual overlay with precision endpoints • Simple, distraction-free interface • All data stored locally on your device Designed for Pilots Whether you are preparing for a simulator check, reviewing a diversion scenario, or simply analysing airport layouts, RunwayMeasure provides a practical tool to enhance situational awareness. No accounts. No cloud storage. No tracking. Just a focused tool built for aviation professionals. Privacy First All data and images remain on your device. The app does not collect, store, or transmit personal information.

Screenshots

PilotBox4 screens
Runway Measure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PilotBox at Free against Runway Measure's $3.99. PilotBox also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.2). Runway Measure's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On 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

PilotBox is free to download; Runway Measure costs $3.99 up front. PilotBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Runway Measure asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
PilotBox versus Runway Measure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilotBoxRunway Measure
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.9 (26 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAero Notion LimitedAndrew Oakley

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PilotBox

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year
None

Runway Measure

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PilotBox free?
PilotBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Runway Measure free?
Runway Measure costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do PilotBox or Runway Measure have ads?
Neither PilotBox nor Runway Measure shows ads.

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