Comparison

CX vs AIROS Pilot Logbook

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

Head to head
About

CX

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
Currently charting
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Based on the ASA CX-3® Flight Computer for pilots, this CX-3 app makes flight planning simple by taking confusion out of the equation. Fast, versatile and easy to use, the CX-3® delivers accurate results quickly and efficiently. Whether used for flight planning, ground school, or FAA Knowledge Exam preparation, the menu organization reflects the order in which a flight is normally planned and executed, resulting in a natural flow from one function to the next with a minimum of keystrokes. Multiple aviation functions can be performed on the CX-3® flight computer including those related to time, speed, distance, heading, wind, fuel, altitude, cloud base, standard atmosphere, glide, climb & descent, weight & balance, as well as a holding pattern function to help determine entry method and holding details. The CX-3® has 12 unit-conversions: Distance, Speed, Duration, Temperature, Pressure, Volume, Rate, Weight, Rate of Climb/Descent, Angle of Climb/Descent, Torque, and Angle. These 12 conversion categories contain 38 different conversion factors for over 100 functions. A calculator, clock, timer, and stopwatch are also built in along with multiple settings for lighting, backlighting, themes, time zones and more.

About

AIROS Pilot Logbook

This intelligent digital logbook streamlines flight logging for pilots of all levels. It offers automated features, seamless device syncing, and tools to improve accuracy and save time. Import existing logs and receive a free compliance audit.

Highlights
  • Intelligent auto-fill for flight details
  • Automatic time calculations
  • Digital endorsements and signatures
  • Interactive 3D flight path visualization
  • Seamless logbook import and audit
  • Automatic cloud backup and syncing
Features
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Welcome to AIROS, the intelligent digital logbook every pilot needs. Start your free trial and log your first 20 hours on us. No credit card required. YOUR LOGBOOK — REDEFINED From your first flight lesson to your next command, AIROS makes every logbook entry faster, smarter, and more effortless — seamlessly across all your devices. IMPORT YOUR EXISTING LOGBOOK and GET A FREE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AUDIT Effortlessly import logbook data from other formats. Import your current logbook and get a free audit to help you find and correct any errors. REACH NEW HEIGHTS WITH AIROS With automated features and embedded intelligence, AIROS is the smartest digital assistant and last logbook you’ll ever need. ■ Improve accuracy and save time ■ Keep your career and goals on course ■ Easily backlog flights in minutes ■ Instantly sync across all devices ■ Be checkride and interview ready ■ View your 3D-flight paths WHY TRY AIROS? HEAR FROM A CFI: AIROS has been nothing short of extraordinary—a must have for pilots at any stage of their career. The user interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, and the integrated AI technology sets AIROS apart from any other electronic logbook out there. My favorite feature is the 3D flight path, which is an invaluable teaching tool. After each flight, I use it to review maneuvers with my students, bringing their progress to life. Setting up the app was a breeze, and now it’s customized to automatically log PIC and Dual Given, streamlining my workflow. The ability to send endorsements directly to students, stored in my account, is absolutely game-changing. And to top it off, their customer service is second to none. AIROS has made logging, teaching, and tracking easier than ever! - Colton K. LOG SMARTER. BOOST ACCURACY and SAVE TIME Quick & Easy Logging – Record flights in just a few taps. Intelligent Auto-Fill – Enter a tail number or flight number, and AIROS auto-fills key details to prevent errors. Instant Time Conversions – Convert Hobbs or OOOI times to Total Time automatically. Accurate Simulator Time – Easily log sim time with precision. Automatic Flight Calculations – Cross-country and night times are calculated for you. Digital Endorsements & Signatures – Sign logbook entries and endorsements digitally, in-person or remotely. SOAR HIGHER with VISUALIZATION and INTERACTIVE TOOLS Interactive 3D Flight Paths – View your flights in 3D for enhanced debriefing and learning. Seamless Logbook Imports – Easily import from most digital logbooks in seconds. Regulatory Compliance Audit – Get a free audit upon import to ensure accuracy. Legacy Building – Map, track, and showcase your journeys. Exclusive Content & Partnerships – Get insights from our content and service partners and more. Pilot Community Access – Connect, share, and celebrate your flying journey in the AIROSphere. SYNC and SHARE FLIGHTS SEAMLESSLY and SECURELY Automatic Cloud Backup – Sync instantly across all your devices. Stay Compliant – Store endorsements securely and meet regulatory requirements. Safe Storage – Securely store forms, certifications, endorsements, and more. Quick Search and View – Easily find, sort, and view flight info in seconds Effortless Sharing – Share flights with CFIs, crew members, and fellow pilots. STAY CURRENT, CHECKRIDE- and INTERVIEW-READY Save Time on Applications – Easily export airline-ready logbook data for IACRA, AirlineApps, and more. Professional Logbook Exports – Create polished PDF's or data-rich CSV exports. Print-Ready – Produce high-quality copies for interviews. Easily Issue Endorsements – Generate endorsements exactly as specified in Advisory Circular 61-65J. Compliant Endorsement Storage – Keep endorsements safe, accessible and compliant. UPGRADE TO PREMIUM Easily upgrade your membership from the free plan to keep enjoying all of the premium features: ■ Auto-filled flights ■ 3D flight paths ■ Hobbs, OOOI conversion and more ■ Cross-country and night time calculations

Screenshots

CX4 screens
AIROS Pilot Logbook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AIROS Pilot Logbook at 100% against CX's 36%. AIROS Pilot Logbook also leads on price (Free vs $19.99) and rating (4.9 vs 3.7). CX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#171 vs unranked). On ads and device support 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

AIROS Pilot Logbook is free to download; CX costs $19.99 up front. AIROS Pilot Logbook sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $169.00 per year. CX asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AIROS Pilot Logbook holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AIROS Pilot Logbook has 107 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 100% of AIROS Pilot Logbook's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CX ships an update every 8 months, AIROS Pilot Logbook fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
CX versus AIROS Pilot Logbook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCXAIROS Pilot Logbook
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (11 ratings)4.9 (107 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11107 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#171 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASAAIROS 360, Inc.

Customer experience

CX

All ratings11 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral9.1%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative57.1%

AIROS Pilot Logbook

All ratings102 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral1.0%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

CX

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

AIROS Pilot Logbook

Subscriptions1
  • AIROS Premium$169.001 Year

Questions

Is CX free?
CX costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AIROS Pilot Logbook free?
AIROS Pilot Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CX or AIROS Pilot Logbook?
AIROS Pilot Logbook is rated higher. CX averages 3.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while AIROS Pilot Logbook averages 4.9 from 107 ratings.
Do CX or AIROS Pilot Logbook have ads?
Neither CX nor AIROS Pilot Logbook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CX or AIROS Pilot Logbook?
CX ships an update every 8 months, and AIROS Pilot Logbook fortnightly. Most recently, CX was updated on October 28, 2026 and AIROS Pilot Logbook on October 27, 2026.

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