Comparison

USPA SIM vs PeakX App

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

Head to head
About

USPA SIM

This manual outlines the United States Parachute Association's basic safety requirements and recommendations for safe skydiving. It details programs for recognizing individual expertise and proficiency in the sport. Users should consult additional resources for clarification.

Highlights
  • Basic Safety Requirements
  • Skydiving recommendations
  • Individual proficiency programs
  • Information for skydivers
  • USPA administered programs
Features
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USPA Skydiver's Information Manual (SIM) The United States Parachute Association's Skydiver's Information Manual provides basic skydiving standards (the Basic Safety Requirements) and recommendations agreed upon by USPA members for the conduct of safe and enjoyable skydiving. It also describes the programs USPA administers to recognize individuals for their expertise, ability to train others, and proficiency or tenure in the sport. Although the SIM provides much basic information for skydivers, each jumper should research further and consult USPA and industry officials, documents, and other produced media, as well as other reliable individuals for clarification and additional information. USPA MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL. PEOPLE RELYING THEREON DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK.

About

PeakX App

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PeakX is the all-in-one app for the global skydiving community. Discover dropzones, connect with other skydivers, find coaches, join events, and keep track of your jumps. All in one place. Whether you're a new skydiver, a weekend jumper, an experienced athlete, or a coach, PeakX helps you stay connected to the sport and the people who make it special. 1. Discover Dropzones Explore dropzones and find places to jump. View dropzone information, track weather conditions, see affiliated coaches and upcoming events, and discover who else is jumping. 2. Connect with Skydivers Find other skydivers, build your network of peers, and stay connected through direct and group messaging. 3. Find Coaches Discover skydiving coaches and instructors, explore their profiles, certifications, services, availability, and reviews, and send inquiries when you're ready to develop your skills. 4. Explore Events Discover skydiving events and training opportunities, sign up to participate, and connect with other attendees through event group chats. 5. Log Your Jumps Keep your skydiving history in one place with a digital logbook. Record jump details, track your jump count and activity, add photos and notes, and build a record of your progression in the sport. You can now validate your jumps by tagging other skydivers on your jumps so they can sign off digitally. 6. Build Your Skydiving Profile Create a profile that reflects your skydiving experience, skills, jump count, and achievements. Coaches can also showcase their services and experience to connect with athletes. 7. Stay Up to Date Receive notifications about activity that matters to you, from events and messages to jump validations and community updates. PeakX brings the skydiving ecosystem together - helping you jump more, progress your skills, discover new places, and connect with skydivers around the world. Download PeakX and become part of the global skydiving community.

Screenshots

USPA SIM4 screens
PeakX App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PeakX App at every 5 days against USPA SIM's every 33 months. USPA SIM's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USPA SIM ships an update every 33 months, PeakX App every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
USPA SIM versus PeakX App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSPA SIMPeakX App
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 33 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB12 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperUnited States Parachute AssociationMerthe Weusthuis

In-app purchases

None

USPA SIM

No in-app purchases

None

PeakX App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is USPA SIM free?
USPA SIM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PeakX App free?
PeakX App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do USPA SIM or PeakX App have ads?
Neither USPA SIM nor PeakX App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, USPA SIM or PeakX App?
USPA SIM ships an update every 33 months, and PeakX App every 5 days. Most recently, USPA SIM was updated on October 7, 2026 and PeakX App on October 15, 2026.

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