Comparison

Pilot Logbook vs Runway Measure

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

Head to head
About

Pilot Logbook

Features
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Pilot Logbook is a smart, modern logbook designed for both professional and private pilots. Logging flights is fast, intuitive, and hassle-free, so you can spend less time entering data and more time flying. Easily track your totals, monitor limits, and stay fully in control of your logbook data. KEY FEATURES: β€’ Fully customisable to suit your licence, aircraft, and flying role β€’ Automatic time calculations, including night time, with minimal manual input β€’ Airline CSV import - instantly import flight data from your airline’s roster or flight records β€’ Extensive built-in databases with over 6,000 airports and 800 aircraft types - add your own or customise existing entries β€’ Secure iCloud sync, keeping your logbook backed up and seamlessly available across all your devices β€’ Advanced filtering and sorting by date, aircraft, pilots, and more β€’ Interactive charts and analytics to visualise flight hours, aircraft usage, and trends over time β€’ Professional PDF logbook exports with electronic signature β€’ Previous flying experience - add historic flight time so your full career hours are accurately reflected β€’ Easy CSV export for effortless data migration and backups SUBSCRIPTION: Pilot Logbook is free to use with full functionality for your first 50 flights. After that, a monthly or annual subscription unlocks unlimited flight logging and unlimited logbook exports. Built for pilots who value accuracy, simplicity, and complete control of their flying records.

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 β€’ Import airport charts from your photo library β€’ Calibrate using a known reference distance β€’ Measure runway and taxiway distances instantly β€’ Clear visual overlay with precision endpoints β€’ Simple, distraction-free interface β€’ 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

Pilot Logbook4 screens
Runway Measure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Pilot Logbook at Free against Runway Measure's $3.99. Pilot Logbook also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 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 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Pilot Logbook is free to download; Runway Measure costs $3.99 up front. Pilot Logbook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Runway Measure asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Pilot Logbook versus Runway Measure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilot LogbookRunway Measure
PriceFree β€” better$3.99
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better26.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size102 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJAMES PEACEFULL WAKELEYAndrew Oakley

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pilot Logbook

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Unlimited Annual$19.991 Year
None

Runway Measure

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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