# NonRev vs Sequence Decoder

NonRev and Sequence Decoder both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of Sequence Decoder's written reviews are positive against 33% of NonRev's. Sequence Decoder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). NonRev's advantage is chart position (#192 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NonRev sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Sequence Decoder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sequence Decoder holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 403 and 241 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of NonRev's written reviews are positive against 76% of Sequence Decoder's.

NonRev ships an update every 3 months, Sequence Decoder every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NonRev | Sequence Decoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (403 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nonrev/id478370011/reviews) | **[4.6 (241 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-decoder/id1439988599/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **403** | 241 |
| Positive reviews | 32.9% of reviews | **75.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#192** | — |
| Size | 4 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Airline Employee Travel Services LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/478370014) | [Jeffrey REISBERG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1229355592) |

## What reviewers say

### NonRev

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nonrev/id478370011)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

This app helps airline employees and their families plan standby travel by estimating their chances of getting a seat on flights. It allows searching for flights and provides insights into load factors for non-revenue passengers. Access to all features requires a subscription, but limited flight searches are available for free.

**Highlights:** Search for flights, Estimate seat availability, View flight load factors, Plan standby travel, Airline employee travel tool

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year Subscription | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and efficient flight search interface
- 💡 Innovative load prediction algorithm
- 📱 Well-designed user interface
- ✈️ Comprehensive flight options and connections
- ⏱️ Saves time on non-rev travel planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently and becomes unresponsive
- ❌ Inaccurate flight load information
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees with poor value
- 🔌 App stops working after updates
- 📵 Limited airline coverage (missing AA, Delta, Southwest)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes with 'unknown error occurred' message
- Login fails after phone reset or upgrade
- Search returns no results despite available flights
- Subscription not recognized despite active payment
- App doesn't work after recent updates

**Requested features**

- Push notifications for availability changes
- Nonstop flight filter option
- Full-day search capability instead of snapshots
- Save favorite searches
- View standby list position


### Sequence Decoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-decoder/id1439988599)

Access real-time and historical flight data for any airport, including departures, arrivals, and individual flight details. Flight attendants receive specialized tools for managing schedules, alerts, crew communication, and legal compliance.

**Highlights:** Airport departure/arrival info, Individual flight lookup, Flight attendant alerts, Crew scheduling tools, Legality checker, Crew communication

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Makes reserve life easier
- 👍 Helps line holders
- 👍 Incredible availability info
- 👍 Life changing app
- 👍 Streamlines work life

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Open time trips not listed
- 🐛 Calendar sync issues
- 🐛 App not working
- 🐛 Useless when not working
- 🐛 App not loading trips

**Reported bugs**

- Trips no longer listed in open time after update
- Cannot sync calendar
- App not loading trips or showing standbys
- Open time and call out list not working
- Jeffnet not loading data

**Requested features**

- Enable Face ID login when importing via browser
- Bring back hotel info


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NonRev free?

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

### Is Sequence Decoder free?

Sequence Decoder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NonRev or Sequence Decoder?

Sequence Decoder is rated higher. NonRev averages 4.5 out of 5 from 403 ratings, while Sequence Decoder averages 4.6 from 241 ratings.

### Do NonRev or Sequence Decoder have ads?

Neither NonRev nor Sequence Decoder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NonRev or Sequence Decoder?

NonRev ships an update every 3 months, and Sequence Decoder every 3 weeks. Most recently, NonRev was updated on November 1, 2026 and Sequence Decoder on November 2, 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.*