# CX vs Hangar

The clearest difference is price: Hangar at Free against CX's $19.99. Hangar also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 8 months). CX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Hangar is free to download; CX costs $19.99 up front. Hangar sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. CX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hangar holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hangar has 1.1K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of CX's written reviews are positive against 64% of Hangar's.

CX ships an update every 8 months, Hangar every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CX | Hangar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.7 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cx-3-flight-computer/id1645428895/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangar-social-flight-tracker/id6468550769/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | **63.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#62** | — |
| Size | 3 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.2** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/334278379) | [Fly Hangar, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710080060) |

## What reviewers say

### CX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cx-3-flight-computer/id1645428895)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This aviation tool simplifies flight planning for pilots. It offers accurate calculations for time, speed, distance, fuel, and more, along with unit conversions and a built-in calculator. Designed for ease of use, it guides users through flight planning and execution with a natural menu flow.

**Highlights:** Flight planning calculations, Time, speed, distance functions, Fuel and altitude calculations, Unit conversions (12 categories), Weight and balance calculations, Holding pattern details, Built-in calculator, clock, timer

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hangar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangar-social-flight-tracker/id6468550769)

This app is a flight tracking and social platform for pilots. It automatically logs flights, allows sharing of journeys, and helps discover new airports with detailed information. Relive flights with 3D replays and manage your pilot profile.

**Highlights:** Automatic flight logging, Manual flight logging with ADS-B data, Flight sharing and 3D replays, Airport discovery with amenities, Pilot profile management, Real-time flight notifications, Export to LogTen Pro

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hangar Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Hangar Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Hangar Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Hangar Family Monthly | $15.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Hangar Pro Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Hangar Plus Annual | $89.99 | per year |
| Hangar Family Annual | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Intuitive and responsive
- 💡 Unique way to connect with aviation community
- 🤝 Great for networking and sharing experiences
- 🛩️ Helpful for pilots at any stage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 💰 Subscription model not clearly communicated
- 🤖 Pushy monetization tactics
- 🤔 Lacking in key features and functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Login/registration issues
- Profile picture uploads not working
- Notification taps not taking users to relevant content
- Following feed not updating properly

**Requested features**

- Add more aircraft types and smaller airfields
- Improve notification system and in-app navigation
- Implement a 'help' section for feedback and feature ideas
- Allow users to add custom locations and aircraft


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CX free?

CX costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hangar free?

Hangar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CX or Hangar?

Hangar is rated higher. CX averages 3.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Hangar averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do CX or Hangar have ads?

Hangar shows ads; CX does not.

### Which is updated more often, CX or Hangar?

CX ships an update every 8 months, and Hangar every 5 days. Most recently, CX was updated on September 22, 2026 and Hangar on September 24, 2026.

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