Comparison

320 Guide vs ATPL Essentials

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

Head to head
About

320 Guide

This unofficial training tool simplifies complex aircraft systems with clear explanations and detailed 3D visuals. Designed by experienced instructors, it helps pilots prepare for type ratings, upgrades, and recurrent training.

Highlights
  • Clear, concise system explanations
  • Detailed 3D cutaways and animations
  • Targeted training for pilots
  • Expert insights from instructors
  • Visual learning beyond manuals
Features
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Unlock the A320’s complexities with this powerful, unofficial training tool. Created by experienced A320 instructors, this app transforms intricate systems into clear, practical knowledge. Whether you’re preparing for your initial type rating, command upgrade, or recurrent training, this app is designed to sharpen your understanding and boost your confidence. Features: • Clear, Concise Explanations: Complex A320 systems broken down into simple, digestible concepts. • Unmatched Visual Learning: Go beyond flat diagrams—experience detailed 3D cutaways and animations that reveal how systems truly work, giving you a depth of understanding manuals can’t provide. • Targeted Training: Tailored for pilots pursuing their type rating, upgrade, or recurrent training. • Expert Insight: Learn from instructors with thousands of hours of A320 flight time and instructional experience. Leverage nearly two decades of real-world A320 expertise. See the aircraft like never before. Master the systems, master your career. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the aircraft manufacturer. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ATPL Essentials

Features
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Introducing "ATPL Essentials" - the ultimate time-saving solution for mastering your Airline Transport Pilot License theory concepts. The app is designed to streamline your theoretical studies, enabling you to grasp the big picture quickly and effortlessly. Developed by former aviation students, we understand the challenges of navigating through the vast ATPL material. That's why we've curated this comprehensive summary from public sources to help you reach your goals more efficiently than ever before. With ATPL Essentials, you can confidently focus on mastering the finer details from your books and perfecting the specifics using your official question bank (please note that books and the official question bank are NOT included with the app but should be provided by your flight school). Join the many aspiring pilots who have already accelerated their learning with ATPL Essentials. Don't miss out on the opportunity to expedite your journey toward becoming a certified airline pilot. Try ATPL Essentials today and experience the difference for yourself! Privacy Policy: http://atpl-essentials.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

320 Guide4 screens
ATPL Essentials3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: 320 Guide at 14.0.0 against ATPL Essentials's 16.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. 320 Guide sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and ATPL Essentials sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
320 Guide versus ATPL Essentials: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter320 GuideATPL Essentials
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFluge, LLCIndie Foundry LLC

In-app purchases

8 purchases

320 Guide

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Access$9.991 Month
  • Premium Access$12.993 Months
  • Type Rating Access$29.996 Months
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  • A320 Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Premium Access$39.991 Year
  • A320 Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Discount$39.99
  • Premium Access$79.99
2 purchases

ATPL Essentials

One-time2
  • Flight Instruments$1.99
  • Radio Navigation$2.49

Questions

Is 320 Guide free?
320 Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ATPL Essentials free?
ATPL Essentials is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 320 Guide or ATPL Essentials have ads?
Neither 320 Guide nor ATPL Essentials shows ads.

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