# FlightAware Flight Tracker vs StaffTraveler

The clearest difference is ads: StaffTraveler at none against FlightAware Flight Tracker's shown. StaffTraveler also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and review sentiment (86% vs 74%). FlightAware Flight Tracker's advantage is ratings volume (390K vs 6.4K). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlightAware Flight Tracker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and StaffTraveler sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for FlightAware Flight Tracker against 4.9 for StaffTraveler. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlightAware Flight Tracker has 390K ratings behind it against 6.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of FlightAware Flight Tracker's written reviews are positive against 86% of StaffTraveler's.

FlightAware Flight Tracker ships an update monthly, StaffTraveler every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlightAware Flight Tracker | StaffTraveler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (390K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightaware-flight-tracker/id316793974/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stafftraveler/id1115912521/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **390K** | 6.4K |
| Positive reviews | 73.9% of reviews | **86.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #29 | **#21** |
| Size | 94 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FlightAware](https://appshunter.io/developer/316793977) | [StaffTraveler Solutions B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1115912520) |

## What reviewers say

### FlightAware Flight Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightaware-flight-tracker/id316793974)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Grossing · Travel, #133 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Track airplanes in real-time globally, monitor flight statuses, and receive delay notifications. Access weather radar and save favorite aircraft and airports. Offers free flight status alerts for departures, arrivals, cancellations, and gate changes.

**Highlights:** Real-time global plane tracking, Free flight status alerts, Weather radar integration, Save favorite aircraft and airports, Check flight delays, Inbound aircraft delay checks

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad Remove - Monthly | $1.49 | per month |
| Ad Remove - Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Aviator - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Aviator+ - Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Aviator - Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Aviator+ - Yearly | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Detailed flight information
- 👍 Accurate and up-to-date data
- 📍 Ability to track flights and aircraft
- 🔍 Useful for airport pickups and drop-offs
- ⏱️ Timely alerts and notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable ETA predictions
- 🔀 Confusing interface changes
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific flights
- 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
- 💻 Compatibility issues with older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Flights disappearing from the app
- Inconsistent data between app and website
- Settings and preferences not saving properly
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Separate direct flights from layover flights
- Customizable color schemes and themes
- More detailed flight history and analytics
- Improved accessibility features
- Automatic updates without manual prompts


### StaffTraveler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stafftraveler/id1115912521)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

This app simplifies non-revenue travel for airline staff and their families. It provides accurate flight load information, real-time status updates, and connects a global community of travelers. Discover convenient flights, track standby availability, and access exclusive travel deals.

**Highlights:** Accurate flight load information, Real-time flight status updates, Standby seat availability, Exclusive hotel and car rental deals, Global interline community insights, Faster, easier navigation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 credits | $3.49 | one-time |
| 10 credits | $5.99 | one-time |
| 5 priority credits | $9.90 | one-time |
| 30 credits | $15.99 | one-time |
| 10 priority credits | $17.99 | one-time |
| 50 credits | $24.99 | one-time |
| 100 credits | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for sharing loads
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable load information
- 🚀 Invaluable for non-rev travel
- 🚀 Helpful for commuting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🐛 Slow display or response times
- 🐛 Some airlines don't respond to requests
- 🔒 Issues with account verification

**Reported bugs**

- Login/registration issues with terms and conditions
- Requests not always showing up or being claimed quickly

**Requested features**

- Ability to track multiple flight segments
- Notification for flight cancellations or aircraft changes
- Option to enter load numbers instead of scrolling
- Analytics or trends data on flight loads
- Improved notification management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlightAware Flight Tracker free?

FlightAware Flight Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is StaffTraveler free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FlightAware Flight Tracker or StaffTraveler?

StaffTraveler is rated higher. FlightAware Flight Tracker averages 4.9 out of 5 from 390K ratings, while StaffTraveler averages 4.9 from 6.4K ratings.

### Do FlightAware Flight Tracker or StaffTraveler have ads?

FlightAware Flight Tracker shows ads; StaffTraveler does not.

### Which is updated more often, FlightAware Flight Tracker or StaffTraveler?

FlightAware Flight Tracker ships an update monthly, and StaffTraveler every 2 weeks. Most recently, FlightAware Flight Tracker was updated on October 20, 2026 and StaffTraveler on October 20, 2026.

### Which is more popular, FlightAware Flight Tracker or StaffTraveler?

FlightAware Flight Tracker currently peaks at #29 in the App Store charts, and StaffTraveler at #21. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*