Comparison

Flight Update Pro vs Hale Mahina

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

Head to head
About

Flight Update Pro

This app provides real-time flight tracking and status updates worldwide. It offers detailed departure and arrival information, gate changes, cancellations, and terminal details. Users can organize flights into trips, sync with calendars, and receive timely notifications.

Highlights
  • Worldwide flight tracking and search
  • Real-time status updates
  • Detailed departure/arrival info
  • Terminal, gate, and baggage claim details
  • Calendar and TripIt integration
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Inbound aircraft tracking
Currently charting
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YOU deserve First Class flight tracking! Flight Update Pro is the #1 choice of travelers and professionals to track their flights. Used by vacationers, business people and professional pilots!! Flight Update Pro uses the BEST flight status and schedule service available (rated #1 by WSJ) so you will always have the latest information about your upcoming flights. Available since 2008, it is the premier flight tracking app available on the App Store March - 2017 - Chosen "Rightful Heir to FlightTrack Pro" by Yahoo! Tech's David Pogue: www.tinyurl.com/BestAirTravelApp May 2017-Jason Snell chooses Flight Update Pro top travel app: www.tinyurl.com/SixColorsReview KEY FEATURES * Track and search for flights Worldwide * Detailed Departure and Arrival Information * Large and easy to read displays of flight times * Real-time updates to flight status, gate changes and cancellations * Terminal, Gate and Baggage Claim info * Layover times clearly shown * ALL in an Elegant, Attractive and Easy To Read interface * Automatic mirroring of flights to your Calendar * Automatic syncing with your TripIt account. Also, download trips shared with you by others. Upload any additions or changes too * Track up to five flights departing each month. ADVANCED FEATURES * Find alternate flights * Track the Inbound aircraft to your departing gate (then watch it pull up to the gate) * Track flight position on a map while en-route * Save notes for airports and refer to them when you revisit * Quickly email or text your itinerary * Organize your flights in “Trips” since we all want to be super organized OR view ALL your flights in one screen * Store your seat # and notes per flight ADDING FLIGHTS and SEARCHES * Add flights by airline and flight number OR search by route * Display of On-Time Percentage FUN FEATURES * Track flights on a map as they travel across the world * Follow a flight’s altitude, direction, speed and the city it is flying over AIRLINES * Saves your frequently used airlines * View airline contact info AIRPORTS * Saves your frequently used airports * Beautiful Terminal Maps for major airports * Store notes for each airport - a great way of noting your favorite restaurant or parking info ACCOLADES * Consistently chosen BEST flight app among independent reviewers * Highlighted on the App Store by Apple countless times since its introduction in 2008 * Featured in an Apple magazine ad BACKUP and RESTORE * iCloud PUSH NOTIFICATIONS * The MOST timely notification available for flight status, gate changes PLUS pre-flight reminders! * Fully Customizable to suit your needs - choose only the reminders you want USAGE * Once purchased the first month is included in the purchase of the app (tracking of up to 20 flights) * After the first month the app requires a monthly or yearly subscription to track and receive flight alerts SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS * Choice of either tracking up to 20 flights, 50 flights, 100 flights or 150 flights departing each month * Payment charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase * Automatic renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period * Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal can be turned off with Account Settings http://www.silverwaresoftware.com/PrivacyPolicy.html http://www.silverwaresoftware.com/TermsOfUse.html CONTACT US * If you ever have any comments, complaints or compliments, simply tap "Email the Author" from the Prefs screen REVIEWS * Love our app? We greatly appreciate reviews. But if you are having an issue, please email us first so we can help. It is VERY likely we know about it and can suggest an easy solution THANK-YOU Thank you for making Flight Update Pro the top choice among travelers since 2008

About

Hale Mahina

Features
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This app began with a simple request: a way for HaleMahina.com email users to log in easily from their phones. However, it offers more than just inbox access - it’s a lightweight companion tuned to the daily rhythms of Hale Mahina. Live Tide Tables: Local to Hale Mahina Whether you're planning a morning swim, watching the waves roll in with coffee in hand, or timing your reef walk just right, our tide tables update daily to reflect the unique shoreline of Hale Mahina. Moon Phases & Lunar Age: From new moon to full, track the progression of the lunar cycle as seen from Hale Mahina’s vantage point. The app also includes the moon’s age in days, allowing you to sync with traditional Hawaiian calendars or simply enjoy the gentle cadence of the night sky. Sunset Times: For Our Shoreline Receive precise sunset timings calibrated for Hale Mahina itself - not just Lahaina or Kaanapali, but right where you are. Whether you're capturing a photo, gathering with loved ones, or observing a quiet tradition, you'll know exactly when the sun dips below the horizon. Email access for HaleMahina.com: Our secure email login interface is designed for simplicity, privacy, and resilience. It’s easy to use and built with care - reflecting the values of the community it serves. If you live here, stay here, or simply love it here, the Hale Mahina app is one small way to stay in rhythm with this place. And just so you know - there’s no tracking, no ads, and no in-app purchases. What you see is what you get.

Screenshots

Flight Update Pro4 screens
Hale Mahina4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Flight Update Pro at Free against Hale Mahina's $0.99. Flight Update Pro also leads on chart position (#55 vs unranked). Hale Mahina's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Flight Update Pro is free to download; Hale Mahina costs $0.99 up front. Flight Update Pro sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Hale Mahina asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Flight Update Pro versus Hale Mahina: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight Update ProHale Mahina
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.5 (5.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.3K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#55 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSilverware Software, LLCH Valeur

Bugs and requests

Flight Update Pro

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Issues with flight data syncing and deletion
  • Crashes and freezes reported by some users

Requested features

4 requests
  • Airport maps and terminal information
  • Automatic sync between devices
  • More flexible subscription options based on usage
  • Integration with more airlines and flight providers

Hale Mahina

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Flight Update Pro

Subscriptions10
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 20$1.991 Month
  • Multi-Leg Flight Search - 20$1.991 Month
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 50$4.991 Month
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  • Multi-Leg Flight Search - 50$4.991 Month
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 100$9.991 Month
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 150$14.991 Month
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 20$23.991 Year
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 50$59.991 Year
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 100$119.991 Year
  • Track Flights and Alerts - 150$179.991 Year
None

Hale Mahina

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flight Update Pro free?
Flight Update Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hale Mahina free?
Hale Mahina costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flight Update Pro or Hale Mahina have ads?
Neither Flight Update Pro nor Hale Mahina shows ads.

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