Comparison

Flight Plan Reader vs PilotDuty

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

Head to head
About

Flight Plan Reader

Features
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Flight Plan Reader is created entirely by an active airline pilot. Load your flight plan into the app and it will extract and display important information on Quick Reference Pages. Each page is designed to be easy to read for every phase of flight. Including: Pre-flight FMS programming, Pre-flight Briefings, Enroute, Alternates, Take-off/Landings, and NOTAM information. Simply use Apple share function to move a PDF copy of the flight plan into the Flight Plan Reader. It then automatically extracts the data for you. First month free trial included. No commitment required. Please note Subscription starts from date of purchase. Currently works with Jazz Airlines (Including some aircraft from SimBrief.com).Β  Air Canada JetBlue (Beta) More coming soon. Other Airlines may work with varying success. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PilotDuty

This app automatically logs your flight hours using iBeacon technology or manual input. It provides detailed flight summaries, tracks progress towards goals, and allows easy export of data in PDF or CSV formats for sharing and analysis.

Highlights
  • Automated flight time recording
  • Automatic airport recognition
  • Day/night flight time calculation
  • Automated aircraft categorization
  • Manual flight entry option
  • iCloud synchronization
  • PDF/CSV data export
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PilotDuty: Your Automatic Digital Flight Logbook Transform your flying experience with PilotDuty, the innovative app designed for the modern pilot. Using iBeacon technology, PilotDuty automatically records your flight hours as soon as you board the aircraft. Each flight is meticulously synchronized with iCloud, ensuring your data remains secure and accessible wherever you are. Accessing your flight history has never been easier. With just a few clicks, you can view a comprehensive summary of your flights and track your progress toward your flight goals with unprecedented clarity. Need to share your progress or require a paper version of your logbook? Easily export your flight data in PDF or CSV formats for in-depth analysis or quick sharing with instructors, flight schools, or regulatory agencies. Designed for both professional and enthusiast aviators, PilotDuty offers an intuitive user experience and seamless integration. Whether you’re a professional pilot looking to streamline your flight tracking or an aviation enthusiast, PilotDuty is the essential tool for your airborne adventures. Features: - Automated Air and Flight Time Recording: Captures key events such as Off-Block, Takeoff, Landing, and On-Block. - Automated Airport Recognition: Identifies airports automatically based on your location. - Automated Day/Night Classification: Determines and calculates day and night flight times. - Automated aircraft categorization: Each aircraft you fly is categorized by: - Flight type - Pilot status - Aircraft type (e.g., tailwheel, seaplane, retractable gear, propeller type) - Operating rules …and more. You don’t have the iBeacon? You can manually start a flight event, and your flight will be recorded automatically. Remember to stop your flight event when it is complete. Alternatively, you can manually add flights, as you would in any other digital logbook. Using the iBeacon is highly recommended for full benefits of our technology. Subscription Benefits: For your first annual subscription, you will receive the iBeacon free of charge. PilotDuty+ - Unlimited Recordings: No longer limited to 5 monthly events, record all your flights without restrictions. - Flight Following via SMS: Send automated SMS notifications during takeoffs and landings to those monitoring your flights. - Export PDF/CSV Flight Report - Autofill Flight Information: Use your device’s camera for autofill (integrated with ACARS and iPad). - Night and IFR Validity Tracking: (5-5-6 and 6-6-6) - Access to PilotDuty Manager PilotDuty Pro - Includes all features from PilotDuty+ subscription plus; - Duty, flight, and rest time monitoring - Monitoring of medical certificates, licenses, and proficiency validity Subscription Terms: PilotDuty+ After the free trial period (if offered), the subscription is billed as follows: β€’ Monthly at CAD 9.99 or USD 7.99 β€’ Yearly at CAD 79.99 or USD 59.99 PilotDuty Pro After the free trial period (if offered), the subscription is billed as follows: β€’ Monthly at CAD 17.99 or USD 12.99 β€’ Yearly at CAD 129.99 or USD 99.99 Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by visiting your account settings after purchase. We are committed to providing you with an exceptional user experience, and your support through a subscription allows us to continuously improve our app to better meet your needs. Join our community of subscribers and enjoy the best possible experience while helping us grow and innovate! https://pilotduty.square.site/conditions-dutilisation https://pilotduty.square.site/politique-de-confidentialite

Screenshots

Flight Plan Reader4 screens
PilotDuty4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Flight Plan Reader at 13.0 against PilotDuty's 17.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Flight Plan Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PilotDuty sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flight Plan Reader ships an update fortnightly, PilotDuty every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
Flight Plan Reader versus PilotDuty: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight Plan ReaderPilotDuty
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyFortnightly β€” betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetizationβ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size55 MB166 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJenark Consultants IncSysèmes M2D3V inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Flight Plan Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Annual$19.991 Year
4 purchases

PilotDuty

Subscriptions4
  • PilotDuty+ Monthly$7.991 Month
  • PilotDuty Pro Monthly$12.991 Month
  • PilotDuty+ Yearly$59.991 Year
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  • PilotDuty Pro Yearly$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Flight Plan Reader free?
Flight Plan Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PilotDuty free?
PilotDuty is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flight Plan Reader or PilotDuty have ads?
Neither Flight Plan Reader nor PilotDuty shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flight Plan Reader or PilotDuty?
Flight Plan Reader ships an update fortnightly, and PilotDuty every 3 weeks. Most recently, Flight Plan Reader was updated on September 14, 2026 and PilotDuty on September 13, 2026.

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