RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT vs Flight Sim Deck
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT
This utility app provides a comprehensive replacement for generic autopilot panels in flight simulators. It offers standard autopilot functions like heading and vertical speed hold, along with advanced features for controlling navigation and heading slaving.
- Complete autopilot panel replacement
- Heading and altitude hold
- Vertical speed climb/descent
- Approach/NAV hold (VOR/ILS)
- NAV/GPS slaving switch
- HDG hold direction setting
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The title says it all, this gauge replaces generic autopilot panel and delivers features like HDG, VS, NAV, APR. All standard autopilot functions from FS9 and FSX default aircafts are available in this gauge. We've even added some features that are not present on classic Bendix/King, but we thought would be useful to be able to control heading or NAV/GPS slaving from this panel. Compatible with FSX/FS9/P3D/X-Plane (Windows and OSX) [Features] * Complete replacement of default autopilot panel * Heading and altitude hold * Climb/descent with vertical speed hold * Approach / nav hold - works with VOR or ILS (with glideslope) * Additional NAV / GPS slaving switch * Additional setting of HDG hold direction RemoteFlight Server utility is required to establish the connection between Flight Simulator and your device. RemoteFlight server is very lightweight and will not affect the performance of your Flight Simulator. Download the server free on https://www.remoteflight.net/server
Flight Sim Deck
This app acts as a comprehensive electronic flight bag for virtual pilots using X-Plane. It centralizes flight information, instrument displays, checklists, and weather data, transforming your device into a connected cockpit companion.
- Real-time instrument streaming (PFD/MFD)
- SimBrief OFP import
- Interactive checklists
- METAR weather and airport database
- FMS/WebFMC control
- Integrated scratchpad and PDF reader
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Flight Sim Deck is the essential flight companion for virtual pilots on X-Plane. Designed to replace multiple windows and third-party apps, this application transforms your device into a comprehensive and connected Electronic Flight Bag (EFB). Whether you are a long-haul airline captain or a general aviation enthusiast, Flight Sim Deck centralizes everything you need for an immersive and organized flight. Key Features: High-Fidelity Instrument Streaming: Display and interact with your aircraft's Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD) in real-time via our dedicated plugin. Advanced Themes: Enjoy immersive designs specifically for the G1000 and Embraer E-Jets (X-Crafts compatible), including texture streaming for perfect readability. SimBrief Integration: Instantly import your complete Operational Flight Plan (OFP) by simply entering your SimBrief ID. Access routes, fuel, and payloads. FMS / WebFMC Control: Enter your flight plans and manage the Flight Management Computer (CDU) directly from your tablet's touchscreen (requires WebFMC plugin for some functions). Integrated Checklists: Access a vast library of interactive checklists via SimChecklist, automatically adapted to your aircraft type. Weather & Airports: Automatic METAR retrieval for your departure and arrival airports. Includes an airport database to quickly find diversion airfields. Flight Tools: Scratchpad: Take quick notes (clearances, frequencies) directly in the app. PDF Reader: Consult your navigation charts and flight documents. Voice Announcements: Be audibly alerted to critical events (e.g., autopilot disconnect). Easy Connectivity: The app connects to X-Plane via our free "Flight Sim Deck Bridge" plugin. It supports both automatic and manual (IP/Port) connections for a stress-free setup. Note: This application requires the X-Plane 11 or 12 flight simulator on PC/Mac to operate.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Flight Sim Deck at Free against RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT's $5.99. Flight Sim Deck also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 39 months). RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). On 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
Flight Sim Deck is free to download; RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Flight Sim Deck holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT ships an update every 39 months, Flight Sim Deck weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT | Flight Sim Deck |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.8 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 73.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 39 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Inputwish s.r.o. | jerome BENAUT |
Customer experience
RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT
Flight Sim Deck
In-app purchases
RemoteFlight AUTOPILOT
No in-app purchases
Flight Sim Deck
No in-app purchases
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