Comparison

Controller vs Forge Directory

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

Head to head
About

Controller

Find and sell new and used aircraft, including jets, helicopters, and drones. Browse detailed listings, contact sellers directly, and manage your inventory. Connect with buyers and sellers in the aviation industry.

Highlights
  • Thousands of aircraft listings
  • Personalized search filters
  • Detailed photos and videos
  • Direct seller contact
  • Watch List for favorites
  • Consign inventory for sale
Features
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Discover the ultimate platform to find and sell new and used aircraft, including jets, helicopters, turboprops, piston planes, military and ag aircraft, floatplanes, drones, avionics, and components. Whether you’re a buyer, private seller, or an aircraft dealer, Controller makes connecting with buyers and sellers in the aviation industry fast, easy, and secure. EXPLORE THOUSANDS OF AIRCRAFT LISTINGS WITH PERSONALIZED SEARCH Browse thousands of listings for new and used jets, helicopters, turboprops, and other aircraft. Plus, find avionics, components, and parts to keep your aircraft in top condition. Once you’ve narrowed your search, dive into detailed photos and videos of your desired aircraft and its specifications. Contact sellers directly to secure the best price and explore financing options through CurrencyAir, Controller’s trusted aircraft financing partner. The Controller app features advanced search tools, allowing you to filter listings by type, make, model, location, condition, and specifications like range, engine type, and year of manufacture. Save time and find exactly what you need. EASILY TRACK AIRCRAFT, AVIONICS, AND PARTS YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BUYING Create a private Watch List to save your favorite aircraft, or post a “Want-to-Buy” ad to let sellers know what you’re seeking. Stay updated with new listings and personalized alerts via email, and monitor category pages updated daily with fresh inventory. CONSIGN YOUR INVENTORY FAST If you’re a dealer or an independent seller, Controller connects you with thousands of qualified buyers actively searching for aircraft and aviation equipment. Consign your inventory with Controller to reach a global audience. Click the "My Inventory" button in your Controller app and get transferred to the Sandhills Inventory Management app, your trusted, easy, and cost-effective way to track and manage inventory. Add listings, set prices, upload photos and videos, edit descriptions, and update your listings on the go-right from your iOS device. CHOOSE THE CONTROLLER APP FOR ALL YOUR AIRCRAFT NEEDS Whether you’re upgrading your fleet or selling aircraft, Controller connects you to a vast inventory of jets, helicopters, other aircraft, avionics, and components, and a large buyer audience. As part of Sandhills Global, Controller links you to a network that includes TractorHouse, Truck Paper, Machinery Trader, RVUniverse, MotorSportsUniverse, AuctionTime, and other trusted platforms. Access listings from top manufacturers such as Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Robinson, Airbus, and more. GET THE CONTROLLER APP NOW Thousands of aviation enthusiasts, commercial pilots, aircraft dealers, operators, and individual sellers trust Controller to manage their operations. Download the app today to find your next aircraft or sell with confidence!

About

Forge Directory

Connect with your colleagues and access company information easily. Find coworkers, view their contact details and availability, and initiate communication through integrated tools. Stay informed with company announcements and personalize your experience.

Highlights
  • Search and browse employees
  • View employee profiles and org charts
  • Initiate calls, texts, and messages
  • View Microsoft Teams availability
  • Receive company announcements
  • Update your profile photo
  • Administrator tools for branding and announcements
Features
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Your people. Your directory. Your company. Forge Directory brings your organization's Microsoft 365 employee directory and communications together on iPhone. Find coworkers, see their contact information and availability, and connect using the communication tools you already use. FIND THE RIGHT PERSON • Search employees and browse by company, department, location, or job title. • View employee profiles, photos, contact details, managers, and organization charts. • Keep important contacts in Favorites and return to recently viewed people. • Start calls, text messages, email, or Microsoft Teams conversations from a contact's profile. STAY INFORMED • View Microsoft Teams availability and out-of-office information when your organization permits access. • Receive company announcements in the app and through push notifications. • Choose optional SMS delivery with a verified mobile number and your consent. MAKE IT YOURS • Update your own profile photo with editing tools and restore your previous photo when needed. • Customize sorting, swipe actions, and optional alternating row colors. • Use your organization's name, logo, colors, and branded welcome screen. TOOLS FOR AUTHORIZED ADMINISTRATORS • Manage organization branding and app access roles. • Compose announcements with a title, optional subtitle, message, and link. • Target companies or selected employees, review recipients, and reuse saved message templates. TRY IT WITHOUT AN ACCOUNT Choose Explore Demo on the sign-in screen to try a guided, local demonstration with fictional employees. Demo communications, administrative changes, and billing are simulations; they do not send real messages, change a Microsoft tenant, or charge a payment method. Connected use requires a supported Microsoft work or school account. Feature availability depends on your organization's subscription, permissions, and service configuration. Optional SMS requires verification and consent. Notification sounds and delivery are subject to your iPhone settings and network availability.

Screenshots

Controller4 screens
Forge Directory4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Controller at 10K against Forge Directory's 1. Controller also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Forge Directory holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Controller has 10K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Controller versus Forge Directory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControllerForge Directory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (10K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings10K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB8 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSandhills Global, Inc.Automation Forge LLC

Bugs and requests

Controller

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes after iOS updates
  • Broken search and filtering
  • Inconsistent user experience across updates
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Separate single engine turbine category
  • Landscape mode support
  • Customizable search preferences
  • Ability to save notes on watchlist
  • Dark mode option

Forge Directory

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Controller

No in-app purchases

None

Forge Directory

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Controller free?
Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Forge Directory free?
Forge Directory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Controller or Forge Directory?
Forge Directory is rated higher. Controller averages 4.8 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Forge Directory averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Controller or Forge Directory have ads?
Neither Controller nor Forge Directory shows ads.

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