Comparison

Pilot Test vs ASA Pilot Training

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

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About

Pilot Test

Prepare for FAA pilot certification exams with a comprehensive question bank and detailed explanations. Practice by topic or take mock tests to identify and improve weak areas. Track your progress with visual results and a progress meter.

Highlights
  • 6+ preparation topics
  • 60+ test questions with explanations
  • Practice by specific topics
  • Mock test mode
  • Detailed test results
  • Progress meter
  • Shake to skip question
Features
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**Choose from 6+ Topics (Full Version Includes 17 Topics)** - 60 Test Questions with Explanations (Full Version: 690+ Questions) - Compliant with FAA Testing Guidelines Useful for: FAA Pilot Certification Exams: Recreational Pilot Airplane (RPA) Knowledge Test Private Pilot Airplane (PPA) Knowledge Test Commercial Pilot Airplane (CPA) Knowledge Test Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Knowledge Test Remote Pilot (Part 107) Drone Exam Sport Pilot Knowledge Test Instrument Rating (IRA) Knowledge Test Flight Instructor (CFI) Knowledge Test Ground Instructor (AGI, BGI, IGI) Knowledge Test Multi-Engine Rating Knowledge Test FAA Endorsement & Add-On Exams: Instrument Rating Airplane (IRA) Exam Multi-Engine Airplane (MEA) Exam High-Performance Endorsement Test Complex Aircraft Endorsement Test Tailwheel Aircraft Endorsement Test Seaplane Rating Test Glider Pilot Test Specialized FAA Exams: Military Competency Exam (MCE) for Military Pilots Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) Test Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) Exam Airline & Career Pilot Exams: FAA Air Carrier Written Exam FAA Dispatcher Test (ADX) ATP/CTP (Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program) **Pilot Test - Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) Lite** Pilot Test for Private Pilot Airplane provides a database of real FAA knowledge test questions from recent years. Each question is solved by experts and includes a detailed explanation. The full version covers 17 in-depth topics to ensure thorough preparation. Once you master the topics, you can take mock tests to identify and improve your weak areas. **Prepare by Topics** Practice by specific topics to strengthen your understanding. Each topic is clearly defined: - Airplane Design and Mechanics - General Airplane Operation - Airport and Air Traffic Control - Aviation Weather - Navigation Maps - Navigation Services **Mock Test Mode** Questions are randomly selected from all topics to simulate the actual test. **Detailed Test Results** At the end of each practice test, you receive a summary showing: - Time taken - Score - Correct and incorrect answers - Option to email results **Progress Meter** Track your progress with a visual pie chart. Identify weak areas and focus your efforts accordingly. **Easy to Use** The user-friendly interface allows quick selection of answers. - Minimal buttons and alerts for a smooth experience - Shake your device to skip a question **Features** - Choose from 6+ topics (Full version: 17 topics) - 60+ test questions with explanations (Full version: 690+ questions) - Select the number of questions per test - Test results displayed in HTML format - Email test results for tracking progress - Progress Meter to monitor performance - Adjustable timer settings - Shake to skip a question - Optional sound effects - Smart randomization of questions for each test * Privacy Policy: http://www.webrichsoftware.com/privacy.html * EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ASA Pilot Training

Features
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The ASA Pilot Training app provides access to Private Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Remote Pilot ground schools, with comprehensive preparation for the FAA Knowledge Exam. Additionally, Flight Training videos are available on topics ranging from helicopter operations, flight maneuvers required for successful completion of pilot checkrides, and single subjects from industry experts such as understanding spins, flying a taildragger, unusual attitudes and much more. Students can select any of the Pilot Ground Schools for a free demo of the first lesson. You can then purchase the full course within the app and sync with your existing ASA Online Ground School account. Each ground school curriculum is organized to align with the FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS), covering all required knowledge. Lessons combine sharp video and the latest instructional aids with the expertise and experience of ASA’s industry-leading eBooks and test preparation materials for a comprehensive, convenient aviation ground school program. Read: ASA time-tested textbook and ASA Test Prep Watch: ASA multimedia videos consisting of multiple short lesson video clips Practice: Quizzes, sample FAA questions supported with answers, explanations, and review modes from ASA Prepware Prepare: Take practice tests throughout and complete the course with two full length sample FAA Knowledge Exams Your progression through the ground school will be tracked so you can pickup where you last left off. Internet connection required. Upon completion of the course, you'll receive a graduation certificate and endorsement to take the official FAA Knowledge Exam.

Screenshots

Pilot Test4 screens
ASA Pilot Training4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pilot Test and ASA Pilot Training are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Pilot Test sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and ASA Pilot Training sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Pilot Test versus ASA Pilot Training: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilot TestASA Pilot Training
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 51 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS1616.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWebrich Software LimitedASA

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Pilot Test

Subscriptions4
  • Full Question Bank$3.991 Month
  • Full Question Bank$9.993 Months
  • Full Question Bank$19.996 Months
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  • Full Question Bank$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Question Bank$4.99
11 purchases

ASA Pilot Training

One-time11
  • How to Glide$2.99
  • Flying a Taildragger$2.99
  • Pitot Static Pitfalls$2.99
Show 8 more
  • Ditching$2.99
  • Swing Your Compass$2.99
  • Unusual Approaches$2.99
  • Aviation Science$2.99
  • Engine Operating Hints$2.99
  • How to Fly a Seaplane$2.99
  • Remote Pilot Ground School$149.99
  • Private Pilot Ground School$179.99

Questions

Is Pilot Test free?
Pilot Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ASA Pilot Training free?
ASA Pilot Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pilot Test or ASA Pilot Training have ads?
Neither Pilot Test nor ASA Pilot Training shows ads.

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