Comparison

Boat Docking 2.0 vs IFR Flight Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Boat Docking 2.0

Learn and practice essential boat docking and maneuvering techniques through interactive films and a realistic simulator. Covers various docking scenarios, undocking, and buoy operations, with exercises for crew training.

Highlights
  • Interactive docking simulation
  • Step-by-step technique films
  • Realistic simulator with environmental factors
  • Covers docking, undocking, and buoy operations
  • Crew training exercises
  • Explains common rookie mistakes
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You can use parts of the first and second chapter for free. When buying the Full-Version you have access to all the content and the Simulator. You have always wanted to know how to dock a boat? These techniques, as well as all other techniques are included in this interactive "Boat Docking Simulation" course and simulation. All maneuvering techniques can be viewed step by step by means of interactive films or in the simulator, where you can try it under different conditions, like prop walk, wind, leeway, advance and more. For example, various possible docking techniques are presented and explained. In addition to the basics such as boat types, leeway, prop walk , also common rookie mistakes are presented and explained. This is perfectly suited for presentation purposes. It also contains exercises that can be performed with the crew whilst on board. Basics: Crew instruction, Language on board, Safety on board, boat types, Marinas, Berths, Cruise Technique: Basics, The Prop Walk, Leeway and advance, Influence of wind, leading technique, Prop wash, Lever effect, Power turn, The bow thruster, Rookie mistakes. Docking: Alongside, Alongside with bow thruster, Springing on stern line, Springing on midspring , Springin on bowspring, Med Mooring, docking piles, docking at Finger jetties. Undocking: Preparations, Springin off with bow spring, Springing off with stern line, Alongside with bow thruster, Mooring Basics, Undocking mooring systems, Undocking Amidspring, Undocking from piles, Undocking from Finger jetties. Buoys: Mooring at buoy, departing off a buoy, utilize prop walk, with the stern. Anchoring: The basics, anchoring maneuver, landfast, stern to pier.

About

IFR Flight Simulator

This aviation simulator helps pilots master IFR procedures and prepare for instrument ratings. Practice holdings, intercepts, and approaches with realistic flight simulation and navigation tools on your phone. Ideal for student and experienced pilots seeking convenient, effective training.

Highlights
  • Realistic aviation training
  • Worldwide flight navigation database
  • Comprehensive training modes
  • Real-time flight simulator
  • Integrated autopilot
  • Optimal holding entry path overlay
Features
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Practice holdings, radial intercepts, and DME arcs on your phone before your next simulator session. Calculate the procedure, fly it with live instruments, and review your track in the debrief. IFR Flight Simulator combines focused IFR procedure training with real-time flight simulation, worldwide navigation data, and a choice of glass cockpit or classic gauges. What you can practice: • Holding Trainer: Randomized holding situations. Determine the entry, calculate the wind correction angles, then fly the pattern. • Intercept Trainer: Inbound and outbound radial intercepts as well as QDM/QDR intercepts. • DME Arc Trainer: Fly DME arcs and calculate the angle of lead to turn onto the inbound course at the right moment. • Approaches: Set up a final intercept, a position in the pattern (downwind, base, or final), or a full approach at any airport, including ILS. • IFR mental math: Practice entries, wind correction angles, and lead points until the calculations become automatic. Worldwide navigation database: • Navigation data from a recent AIRAC cycle, with worldwide coverage: 13,000+ airports and 10,000+ VORs, NDBs, and other navaids. • Train with real airports and navaids instead of generic exercise locations. Real-time flight simulator: • Modern glass cockpit (PFD and ND) or classic gauges. • Autopilot with rotary controls for heading, altitude, and speed, or fly manually by tilting your device. • Fast-forward mode to repeat procedures efficiently. • Live Map: your position and flight path in real time. • Live Needle Overlay: watch where the HSI and CDI needles actually point as they move with the aircraft symbol across the map. • Optimal Holding Entry Path Overlay: compare your flown track with the wind-corrected entry and holding pattern. • Flight Log with Debrief: every flight is recorded. Replay the track and the needle movement, or resume the flight later. Built for instrument rating training, proficiency practice, and simulator assessments. "I am currently training for my Instrument Rating, and my FI recommended this app to me. I didn't think such a high quality, useful training tool was possible as an app. Incredible for VOR bearings, practicing holds and command headings." App Store review by Sa4mmy Questions or feedback? Reach us at support@ifrsimulator.com. Disclaimer: This application is for training and educational purposes only. It must not be used for real-world flight planning or in-flight decision-making. While the developer strives to provide information and calculations that are as accurate and up-to-date as reasonably possible, they may still be incomplete or inaccurate, and other accepted methods exist for deriving procedures and correction angles. Always verify data against official aeronautical publications and follow the guidance of a certified flight instructor. The developer accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors, omissions, or outcomes arising from use of this software. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Boat Docking 2.04 screens
IFR Flight Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IFR Flight Simulator at 65% against Boat Docking 2.0's 0%. IFR Flight Simulator also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 months). Boat Docking 2.0's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Boat Docking 2.0 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and IFR Flight Simulator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boat Docking 2.0 ships an update every 6 months, IFR Flight Simulator every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Boat Docking 2.0 versus IFR Flight Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoat Docking 2.0IFR Flight Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (106 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews64.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—106 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael MenardTobias Maihoff

Customer experience

Boat Docking 2.0

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

IFR Flight Simulator

All ratings103 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral4.9%
Negative14.6%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral17.6%
Negative17.6%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Boat Docking 2.0

One-time1
  • Full Version$22.99
8 purchases

IFR Flight Simulator

Subscriptions5
  • Full Access2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Full Access7 Days trial$19.993 Months
  • Full Access$19.993 Months
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  • Full Access7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Full Access7 Days trial$79.991 Year
One-time3
  • SALE % Pro | One-Time Purchase$49.99
  • SALE % Pro | One-Time Purchase$84.99
  • Pro Access | One-Time Purchase$169.99

Questions

Is Boat Docking 2.0 free?
Boat Docking 2.0 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IFR Flight Simulator free?
IFR Flight Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Boat Docking 2.0 or IFR Flight Simulator have ads?
Neither Boat Docking 2.0 nor IFR Flight Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Boat Docking 2.0 or IFR Flight Simulator?
Boat Docking 2.0 ships an update every 6 months, and IFR Flight Simulator every 5 days. Most recently, Boat Docking 2.0 was updated on October 2, 2026 and IFR Flight Simulator on October 25, 2026.

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