# CloudAhoy vs Smart Logbook

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Logbook at 4.8 against CloudAhoy's 3.5. Smart Logbook also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 81%) and ratings volume (153 vs 34). CloudAhoy's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CloudAhoy sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Smart Logbook sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Logbook holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 153 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of CloudAhoy's written reviews are positive against 93% of Smart Logbook's.

CloudAhoy ships an update every 5 weeks, Smart Logbook every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CloudAhoy | Smart Logbook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudahoy/id433341396/reviews) | **[4.8 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-logbook/id1265793520/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **153** |
| Positive reviews | 80.8% of reviews | **93.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CloudAhoy, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/433341399) | [Kviation, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1265793519) |

## What reviewers say

### CloudAhoy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudahoy/id433341396)

This app provides pilots with detailed post-flight analysis and performance evaluations. It automatically segments flights, scores maneuvers, and offers various visual tools to identify areas for improvement. Get a comprehensive understanding of your flying proficiency shortly after landing.

**Highlights:** Automated flight segmentation, Objective maneuver scoring, 2D/3D flight visualization, Chart and map overlays, HUD cockpit view, Flight data import, Instrument approach comparison

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CloudAhoy Standard | $64.99 | one-time |
| CloudAhoy Pro | $149.99 | one-time |


### Smart Logbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-logbook/id1265793520)

Effortlessly log flight hours, track currency, and manage pilot certifications. Visualize your flight history on an interactive map and receive timely renewal reminders for medicals and training. Supports various international regulations and export formats.

**Highlights:** Fast and easy flight logging, Customizable totals calculation, Currency and limit tracking, Medical and training renewal reminders, Interactive flight map, Electronic signature capture, Multiple export formats

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sync (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Sync (yearly) | $14.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Flights (discounted) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Flights (on sale) | $23.95 | one-time |
| Unlimited Flights | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💰 Affordable one-time payment
- 🚀 Seamless syncing across devices
- 🛠️ Highly customizable
- 🌟 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Rare updates
- 🐛 Small but frustrating bugs
- 🐛 Sorting issues (requires UTC date setting)
- ❓ Bug reporting requires third-party registration
- ❓ Registration form missing (only sign-in available)

**Reported bugs**

- Multiple sectors during one day sorted by name, not by time of departure
- Some airports missing (e.g., VDTI)
- Flights added as simulator flights
- Search function is terrible, impossible to find crew member
- Cross-platform purchase restoration issues (Android to iOS)

**Requested features**

- Ability to input waypoints instead of just airports
- Automatically add normal flight times for a route
- Separate flights by year on the main page for better overview
- Display flight direction on the map
- Allow custom names in the create an airport option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CloudAhoy free?

CloudAhoy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart Logbook free?

Smart Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CloudAhoy or Smart Logbook?

Smart Logbook is rated higher. CloudAhoy averages 3.5 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Smart Logbook averages 4.8 from 153 ratings.

### Do CloudAhoy or Smart Logbook have ads?

Neither CloudAhoy nor Smart Logbook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CloudAhoy or Smart Logbook?

CloudAhoy ships an update every 5 weeks, and Smart Logbook every 3 months. Most recently, CloudAhoy was updated on June 11, 2026 and Smart Logbook on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*