# Prepware Instrument Pilot vs Instrument Pilot Test Prep

The clearest difference is rating: Instrument Pilot Test Prep at 3.1 against Prepware Instrument Pilot's 2.6. Instrument Pilot Test Prep also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Prepware Instrument Pilot's advantage is price ($9.99 vs $14.99) and chart position (#35 vs #193). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Prepware Instrument Pilot costs $9.99 and Instrument Pilot Test Prep $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Instrument Pilot Test Prep holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Prepware Instrument Pilot's written reviews are positive against 39% of Instrument Pilot Test Prep's.

Prepware Instrument Pilot ships an update every 4 months, Instrument Pilot Test Prep every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Prepware Instrument Pilot | Instrument Pilot Test Prep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$9.99** | $14.99 |
| Rating | [2.6 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prepware-instrument-pilot/id338887882/reviews) | **[3.1 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instrument-pilot-test-prep/id437392025/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **43** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | **39.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#35** | #193 |
| Size | 36 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/334278379) | [Sporty's Pilot Shop](https://appshunter.io/developer/371817958) |

## What reviewers say

### Prepware Instrument Pilot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prepware-instrument-pilot/id338887882)

**Currently charting:** #35 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

Prepare for your FAA Knowledge Exam with flashcard-style reviews and practice tests. Study by subject or take a full practice exam to gauge your readiness.

**Highlights:** Flashcard-style review, Questions, answers, and explanations, Study by subject, Practice test simulation, FAA Knowledge Exam preparation

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good value for money
- 👍 Offline functionality
- 👍 Helpful for passing written exams
- 👍 Simple interface
- 👍 Explanations provided

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Outdated question bank
- 👎 Inaccurate questions/answers
- 👎 Missing core features
- 👎 Poor optimization for iPad
- 👎 Formatting issues

**Reported bugs**

- Text frequently cut off
- App cannot dynamically scale text
- Some questions missing figures
- Figures have nothing to do with the question
- Correct answers no longer shown in green

**Requested features**

- Ability to focus on previously incorrect answers
- Major update for functionality and display bugs
- Ensure all software is up to date with FAA question banks
- Add timer and number of questions selection
- Ability to eliminate questions already known


### Instrument Pilot Test Prep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instrument-pilot-test-prep/id437392025)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

Prepare for your FAA Instrument Pilot written test with a comprehensive study tool. It offers three modes: study questions by topic, review using flashcards, and take simulated practice tests. Detailed explanations and progress reports help you track your learning.

**Highlights:** Study questions by topic, Customizable review sessions, Flashcard mode for knowledge testing, Simulated 60-question practice tests, Detailed explanations for answers, Progress reports and test history, High-resolution FAA figures and legends

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Prepware Instrument Pilot free?

Prepware Instrument Pilot costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Instrument Pilot Test Prep free?

Instrument Pilot Test Prep costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Prepware Instrument Pilot or Instrument Pilot Test Prep?

Instrument Pilot Test Prep is rated higher. Prepware Instrument Pilot averages 2.6 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Instrument Pilot Test Prep averages 3.1 from 16 ratings.

### Do Prepware Instrument Pilot or Instrument Pilot Test Prep have ads?

Neither Prepware Instrument Pilot nor Instrument Pilot Test Prep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Prepware Instrument Pilot or Instrument Pilot Test Prep?

Prepware Instrument Pilot ships an update every 4 months, and Instrument Pilot Test Prep every 5 months. Most recently, Prepware Instrument Pilot was updated on October 13, 2026 and Instrument Pilot Test Prep on October 13, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Prepware Instrument Pilot or Instrument Pilot Test Prep?

Prepware Instrument Pilot currently peaks at #35 in the App Store charts, and Instrument Pilot Test Prep at #193. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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