Above Pilot vs PV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Above Pilot
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Above is developing a mobile application that allows pilots to plan and conduct UAV-based inspections, view and complete Pre-Flight Safety Checks and RAMS documents, and check-in and out of site Main features: - Today, future, and completed job cards - Pre-flight safety checks - Risk and method statement (RAMS) documents - Checkin or check-out of the location of a survey
PV
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Introducing PV:Sync Mobile β The Smarter Way to Manage Your Solar Test Data PV:Sync Mobile is the dedicated companion app for the PV:1525, designed to simplify and enhance your solar testing process from start to finish. With wireless firmware updates, you can keep your PV:1525 fully up to date without needing to return it to the manufacturer, meaning no downtime or disruption to your work. The app makes it easy to sync and transfer test data directly from your PV:1525 to your device, ensuring fast, accurate record-keeping on the go. You can also compare results against a built-in database of solar modules, allowing you to confirm performance and quickly identify any anomalies in the system. PV:Sync Mobile supports efficient, on-site reporting by generating clear, simple test summaries that can be exported in a format compatible with Seawardβs SolarCert software. This helps streamline your workflow and reduce time spent on paperwork. Whether you're commissioning, inspecting or maintaining solar PV systems, PV:Sync Mobile gives you greater speed, control and confidence in the field.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Above Pilot at every 6 weeks against PV's every 6 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Above Pilot ships an update every 6 weeks, PV every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Above Pilot | PV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks β better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 β better | 15.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | App Inlet (Pty) Ltd | Seaward Electronics Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Above Pilot
No in-app purchases
PV
No in-app purchases









