Comparison

Chart Guide Pro vs Cruise Power

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

Head to head
About

Chart Guide Pro

Learn to interpret aeronautical charts with this intuitive guide. It simplifies complex aviation mapping information for pilots and enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Understand aeronautical charts
  • Simplify aviation mapping
  • Pilot-friendly interface
  • Learn chart interpretation
Features
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Chart Guide Pro is an easy way to understand how to use aeronautical charts

About

Cruise Power

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Simplify your aircraft performance calculations with this easy-to-use aviation app! Insert altitude, temperature, and altimeter setting, and the app will provide the RPM and manifold pressure required for your desired power setting, along with fuel flow details. Leverage your iPhone’s pressure sensor for automatic altitude updates, and calculate temperature based on ISA lapse rates for precise adjustments. Virtual Fuel Gauges replicate the Bonanza’s single fuel gauge, enabling precise determination of tank quantities. All tank quantities are totalized, and remaining usable fuel is displayed for quick reference. Cruise Power aids in achieving efficient fuel usage and maximizing engine performance. Its intuitive design and compatibility with the Model 35 aircraft, equipped with three 20-gallon tanks and an E-225 engine, make it an essential tool for optimizing flight operations and reducing operational costs. Download now and take the guesswork out of aircraft performance planning while enhancing efficiency and reducing costs! Disclaimer: Caution: The outputs provided by Cruise Power may be erroneous and should not be used for safety-critical operations. Always cross-check the app's recommendations with data certified or advised by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). This app is provided "as-is" without any representations or warranties, express or implied. The developer assumes no responsibility or liability for the use of this app.

Screenshots

Chart Guide Pro1 screens
Cruise Power4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cruise Power at Free against Chart Guide Pro's $5.99. Cruise Power also leads on update cadence (every 9 months vs every 21 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Cruise Power is free to download; Chart Guide Pro costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chart Guide Pro ships an update every 21 months, Cruise Power every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Chart Guide Pro versus Cruise Power: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChart Guide ProCruise Power
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 9 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB3 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGadir MamedovReparo

In-app purchases

None

Chart Guide Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Cruise Power

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chart Guide Pro free?
Chart Guide Pro costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cruise Power free?
Cruise Power is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chart Guide Pro or Cruise Power have ads?
Neither Chart Guide Pro nor Cruise Power shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chart Guide Pro or Cruise Power?
Chart Guide Pro ships an update every 21 months, and Cruise Power every 9 months. Most recently, Chart Guide Pro was updated on October 7, 2026 and Cruise Power on October 24, 2026.

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