Comparison

FlightAware Flight Tracker vs Pilot Logbook

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

Head to head
About

FlightAware Flight Tracker

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
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Where’s that plane headed? Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a frequent traveler, a pilot, or part of a flight crew, FlightAware is a must-have app. Track planes in real-time above your head, or all over the world. Easily track the status of your flight, check for any delays on the inbound aircraft, see weather radar, and set up alerts to be notified of any changes – all for free! Free features: ▶ Track any plane around the world in real-time ▶ Get free flight status alerts: Departure, Arrival, Cancellations, Gate changes, Delays, Diversions ▶ See weather radar ▶ Save your favorite aircraft and airports ▶ Check for flight delays (with “Where is my plane?”) FlightAware is the leader in providing advanced, accurate, actionable intelligence and insights that inform every aviation decision. We believe that flying opens up the world around you. It makes distances shorter, the world more accessible and satisfies one of the core aspirations of mankind. Upgrade options: ▶ Ad Remove - Removes all advertisements from the app ▶ FlightAware Aviator - Register and enable advanced features for your piston-engine GA aircraft Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Pilot Logbook

This app is a comprehensive electronic flight log designed by pilots for pilots. It simplifies flight recording, tracking, and management with customizable features, automated calculations, and insightful statistical analysis to enhance the flying experience and ensure compliance.

Highlights
  • Statistical flight data insights
  • Customizable logging fields
  • Flight overview with date grouping
  • Quick search and filter functionality
  • Automated flight import
  • Automatic night time and distance calculation
  • Rich-text flight notes with renewal reminders
Features
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Discover the New Standard in Aviation Logging Designed by pilots for pilots. Logger enhances the way you record, track, and manage your flights. Logger is a comprehensive tool crafted to simplify your life, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance your flying experience. Here's what Logger brings to your cockpit: Statistical Insights: View all critical flight data at a glance. Dive into interactive graphs, customize your stats, and uncover insights that matter to you. Fully Customizable: Experience logging like never before. Customize times, colors, and even auto-fill details for pilots, aircraft, and airports for an effortless logging experience. Flight Overview: Gain immediate insights of your past flights directly from flight overview. Date grouping, function times, PF/PM, duty types and much more is visible in each flight cell Quick Search: Never lose track of a flight. With our intuitive search and filter and calendar scroll capabilities, your flight history is at your fingertips. Automated Flight Import: Effortlessly import flights from supported airline systems and other electronic logbooks, streamlining your record-keeping process. Automated Calculations: Night time and distance are automatically calculated for each flight. Rich-Text Flight Notes: Create detailed flight notes in rich text, track your ratings, and receive timely notifications for renewal dates to stay ahead. What Sets Logger Apart? Logger is born from a deep understanding of the practical challenges and needs of pilots. It's designed to be not just a logbook but a partner in your aviation journey. Why Logger? By Pilots, For Pilots: Developed with the expertise and passion of a professional pilot, Logger addresses the real needs of aviators. Enhanced User Experience: Enjoy a customizable and user-friendly interface that makes logging and reviewing flights a breeze. Compliance and Simplification: Stay compliant with aviation regulations effortlessly and simplify the complexities of flight logging. Join the Revolution Embark on a new journey with Logger and discover how flying and logging can be transformed. Designed with passion, developed with expertise, and refined for perfection—Logger is here to redefine your flying experience. Love Logger? We're just getting started. Join us on this journey and experience the difference of a logbook designed with you in mind. Share your feedback and help us shape the future of Logger. Download Logger today and elevate your aviation experience! End-User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://getlogger.notion.site/Terms-of-Service-fcd6e974bad94898b066e4c6e1340562 Privacy Policy: https://getlogger.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-e9f0c241d31545419f2ba1528a37c01d

Screenshots

FlightAware Flight Tracker4 screens
Pilot Logbook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pilot Logbook at none against FlightAware Flight Tracker's shown. Pilot Logbook also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 74%) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). FlightAware Flight Tracker's advantage is ratings volume (382K vs 17) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. FlightAware Flight Tracker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Pilot Logbook sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FlightAware Flight Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlightAware Flight Tracker has 382K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of FlightAware Flight Tracker's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pilot Logbook's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlightAware Flight Tracker ships an update every 4 weeks, Pilot Logbook every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
FlightAware Flight Tracker versus Pilot Logbook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlightAware Flight TrackerPilot Logbook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (382K ratings) — better4.7 (17 ratings)
Positive reviews73.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings382K — better17
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#37 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB126 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperFlightAware737 PUBLISHING S.R.O.

Customer experience

FlightAware Flight Tracker

All ratings382,194 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews2,040 reviews
Positive73.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative20.5%

Pilot Logbook

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

User reviews

FlightAware Flight Tracker

From 382K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 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

Room to improve

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

Pilot Logbook

From 17 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient logging
  • 💡 Feature-rich application
  • 💰 Affordable pricing
  • ✨ Beautiful and stylish design

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs
  • 🐛 Some bugs encountered
  • 💡 Needs Apple Watch app
  • 💡 Option for decimal time needed
  • 🐛 Some bugs but support is good

Bugs and requests

FlightAware Flight Tracker

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

Pilot Logbook

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Some bugs encountered
  • Some bugs but support is good

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add import from Safelog
  • Apple Watch app
  • Decimal time option
  • Automatically go to new entry after completing one

In-app purchases

6 purchases

FlightAware Flight Tracker

Subscriptions6
  • Ad Remove - Monthly$1.491 Month
  • Ad Remove - Yearly$8.991 Year
  • Aviator - Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Aviator+ - Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Aviator - Yearly$99.991 Year
  • Aviator+ - Yearly$199.991 Year
5 purchases

Pilot Logbook

Subscriptions2
  • PRO (monthly)$3.991 Month
  • PRO (yearly)$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Basic Pack$1.99
  • Power Pack$4.99
  • Ultimate Pack$8.99

Questions

Is FlightAware Flight Tracker free?
FlightAware Flight Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pilot Logbook free?
Pilot Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FlightAware Flight Tracker or Pilot Logbook?
FlightAware Flight Tracker is rated higher. FlightAware Flight Tracker averages 4.9 out of 5 from 382K ratings, while Pilot Logbook averages 4.7 from 17 ratings.
Do FlightAware Flight Tracker or Pilot Logbook have ads?
FlightAware Flight Tracker shows ads; Pilot Logbook does not.
Which is updated more often, FlightAware Flight Tracker or Pilot Logbook?
FlightAware Flight Tracker ships an update every 4 weeks, and Pilot Logbook every 5 days. Most recently, FlightAware Flight Tracker was updated on September 24, 2026 and Pilot Logbook on September 21, 2026.

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