ShowTool SM vs MSFS MAP NG
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ShowTool SM
This app provides a comprehensive suite of stage management tools for theatrical productions. It helps organize show documentation, manage timings, track props, and create checklists to ensure nothing is forgotten. Shows sync across devices via iCloud.
- Multi-show support
- Show import/export
- Detailed timer sessions
- Customizable marks database
- Production checklists
- Prop management with images
- Show info dashboard
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ShowTool SM is a comprehensive suite of Stage Management utilities that give you the edge, helping you focus on what really matters. Multi Show ShowTool SM supports multiple shows, helping you maintain documentation and work more productively in repertory environments. Show import and export helps you share information with other users. Timers Timing your show couldn’t be simpler. Timer sessions keep track of each run of your show or rehearsal, and timer presets allow automatic labelling of show sections as you go along. Show stops can be timed, and ad-hoc timers allow you to time scene changes or other one-off events during the show. Marks Database of all your marks simply and quickly. Select from an unlimited range of colours, attach your own images, and save additional information for each entry. Checklist Create a checklist for your production so you never forget a thing. Props Manage your props with ease, including images of your props so you can set them just right. Show Info See the checked status of all of your checks and props at a glance, manage show sections, and create email presets for generating and sending show reports. Shows are kept in sync across all your devices using iCloud.
MSFS MAP NG
This app provides a high-performance moving map and charting tools for flight simulators. It offers real-time aircraft position updates, professional charts, and integrated weather and terrain data for enhanced situational awareness. Advanced features and premium content are available through a subscription.
- Real-time aircraft position updates
- Professional charting (AIP, VFR, Open Flight Maps)
- Integrated terrain and weather overlays
- VATSIM view and live METAR/TAF data
- Flight plan import/creation
- Remote autopilot control
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MSFS MAP NG: Your High-Performance EFB & Moving Map Take your flight simulation to the next level with MSFS MAP NG—the ultimate high-performance Moving Map designed for both MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024. Delivering a professional-grade suite of tools at an unbeatable price, MSFS MAP NG is the perfect, powerful alternative to Navigraph and Volanta. ================================================== WHY CHOOSE MSFS MAP NG? ================================================== * Ultra-Smooth Performance: Real-time aircraft position tracking with high-refresh-rate animations and zero stutter. * NEW! Seamless Instrument Streaming (Beta): Stream your cockpit instruments directly without using panel pop-outs—meaning virtually zero FPS impact! (Requires DirectX 12 enabled in graphics settings). * Professional Charting: Access over 65,000 AIP charts, FAA Sectional VFR charts, and Open Flight Maps. * Complete Situational Awareness: Integrated terrain visualization, weather overlays, and elevation profiles keep you fully informed. * Network & Online Ready: Complete VATSIM integration and live METAR/TAF weather reporting for realistic operations. * Effortless Flight Planning: Direct flight plan imports from SimBrief or use the built-in flight planner. ================================================== KEY FEATURES ================================================== * Instrument Streaming (Beta): Smooth, low-latency display streaming without external pop-out windows or performance hits. * Comprehensive Navigation: NDB, VOR, Airway, and Waypoint data overlays. * Detailed Aeronautical Data: Complete airport directory and navigational search. * Live Weather & Radar: Real-time rain radar, live METARs, TAFs, and dynamic terrain rendering. * Traffic Monitoring: Track live AI aircraft and multiplayer traffic in real time. * Remote Cockpit Control: Manipulate your autopilot and COM/NAV radios directly from any tablet, phone, or web browser. ================================================== HOW TO GET STARTED ================================================== 1. Download Desktop Server: Syncing with your simulator requires a lightweight desktop helper application. Download it at: https://www.msfsmap.com 2. Enable DX12: To use the Beta Instrument Streaming feature, ensure DirectX 12 (DX12) is enabled in your simulator's graphics settings. Note: Core features are free to use. Unlock advanced functionality and premium charting with a subscription. ================================================== TERMS & FEEDBACK ================================================== We are committed to continuous, long-term updates! We highly value community feedback as we evolve the platform. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShowTool SM at 47% against MSFS MAP NG's 0%. ShowTool SM also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (4 vs 2). MSFS MAP NG's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and rating (3.8 vs 3.0). On ads 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
MSFS MAP NG is free to download; ShowTool SM costs $4.99 up front. MSFS MAP NG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. ShowTool SM asks for nothing beyond the download.
MSFS MAP NG holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 12 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 47% of ShowTool SM's written reviews are positive against 0% of MSFS MAP NG's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
ShowTool SM ships an update every 7 months, MSFS MAP NG every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ShowTool SM | MSFS MAP NG |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (3 ratings) | 3.8 (12 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 47.1% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Freemium — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daniel Murfin | 圣跃 巩 |
Customer experience
ShowTool SM
MSFS MAP NG
In-app purchases
ShowTool SM
No in-app purchases
MSFS MAP NG
- Pro Version (Monthly)3 Days trial$2.491 Month
- Pro Version (Annually)$17.991 Year
- Premium$16.99









