Comparison

iFlightPlanner vs OwnNav

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

Head to head
About

iFlightPlanner

This app offers comprehensive flight planning tools for pilots in the United States, accessible on web, iPad, and iPhone. It features auto-routing, weather briefs, navigation logs, and one-touch flight plan filing and closing.

Highlights
  • Seamless flight plan synchronization
  • Intuitive U.S. flight auto-routing
  • Detailed navigation logs
  • Thorough weather briefs
  • Integrated weight & balance calculator
  • One-touch VFR/IFR flight plan filing
  • Hi-resolution U.S. aviation charts
Features
Currently charting
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Welcome to iFlightPlanner for iPad v4.5! iFlightPlanner provides unparalleled flight planning from any computer or mobile device for pilots of all levels flying in the United States and with version 4.5, this includes your iPhone as we are proud to introduce the companion to iFlightPlanner for iPad. Why iFlightPlanner? Here are some of the incredible features: • Seamless, 2-way synchronization with flights planned at iFlightPlanner.com • Intuitively plan U.S. flights with auto-routing, recently issued ATC routes, SIDs, STARs, or direct • Detailed navigation logs with fuel, time, and distance calculations • Thorough weather briefs for the entire route of flight • Integrated, weight & balance calculator customizable for your aircraft • One-touch VFR and IFR ICAO flight plan filing and closing in the U.S. • Hi-resolution U.S. VFR, TAC, and IFR Low/High Enroute charts • Animated weather imagery from Baron Weather • ADS-B weather and traffic from more than 10 certified and portable devices • Map overlays menu with interactive weather, airspace, fuel pricing, and more • GPS moving map with integrated flight data recorder • Georeferenced airport diagrams and instrument approach procedures • Virtual GPS compatibility with Microsoft Flight Simulator, Prepar3D, and X-Plane • Expanded digital instrument panel with instrument approach timer • Customizable split-screen view with enhanced approach plate viewer • Intelligent cockpit voice recorder with auto-pause functionality • Comprehensive Airport/Facility Directory with national retail fuel prices • Stylus-compatible Notepad with free draw and typing capabilities • Digital pilot log with currency and EAA IMC Club proficiency tracker • One-touch transfer of flight plans to ForeFlight, Garmin Pilot, FltPlan Go, WingX, FlyQ, and Jeppesen FliteDeck ...all this and much more! So, take advantage of the 30-day FREE trial to iFlightPlanner Premium, our top-level membership, and experience all that iFlightPlanner offers. Visit our website for a complete breakdown of every feature. After the trial, you may elect to continue with an iFlightPlanner Core or iFlightPlanner Premium membership. All memberships include comprehensive web, iPad, and iPhone-based flight planning. Premium members have access to enhanced features both online and in the app. NOTE: Continued use of your device's GPS can dramatically decrease battery life. iFlightPlanner offers the ability to turn off the GPS when not needed.

About

OwnNav

This app provides pilots with essential flight planning tools, including real-time weather updates, airport information, and advanced map access. It offers up-to-date radar data and offline capabilities for uninterrupted planning.

Highlights
  • Real-time weather updates (D-ATIS, METARs, TAFs)
  • Extensive US airport database
  • VFR and IFR chart access
  • Efficient flight planning tools
  • Offline access for essential information
  • Up-to-date navigational data
Features
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OwnNav: Streamlined Flight Planning and Airport Information OwnNav is the essential tool for pilots and aviation enthusiasts, offering unparalleled access to airport details, comprehensive maps, and real-time weather updates. Here's why OwnNav stands out: THE MOST UP TO DATE RADAR: Get radar up to 2 minutes from real time with a subscription. Free users get radar up to 15 minutes from live. REAL-TIME WEATHER UPDATES: Stay informed with the latest D-ATIS, METARs, TAFs, and weather reports. OwnNav ensures you're always one step ahead of the weather. EXTENSIVE AIRPORT DATABASE: Get detailed information on US airports, from major international airports to smaller local airfields. ADVANCED MAP ACCESS: Access VFR and IFR charts seamlessly. OwnNav equips you with the necessary tools for both short hops and long-haul journeys. EFFICIENT FLIGHT PLANNING FEATURES USER-FRIENDLY SEARCH INTERFACE: Quickly find any airport with our efficient search function. Planning your flight is easier than ever with OwnNav. UP-TO-DATE NAVIGATIONAL DATA: Regular updates of charts and procedures keep your navigational data current and reliable. OFFLINE ACCESS FOR UNINTERRUPTED PLANNING: Download essential information for access anytime, ensuring you're always prepared, regardless of your location.

Screenshots

iFlightPlanner4 screens
OwnNav4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OwnNav at 5.0 against iFlightPlanner's 4.5. iFlightPlanner's advantage is ratings volume (93 vs 1) and chart position (#197 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. iFlightPlanner sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and OwnNav sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OwnNav holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iFlightPlanner has 93 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iFlightPlanner ships an update every 3 months, OwnNav every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
iFlightPlanner versus OwnNav: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriFlightPlannerOwnNav
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (93 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings93 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
Best chart rank#197 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB325 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiFlightPlanner, LLCFord Davis

Customer experience

iFlightPlanner

All ratings93 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive83.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.0%

OwnNav

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

iFlightPlanner

One-time7
  • iFlightPlanner Premium - 1 Month$9.99
  • iFlightPlanner Premium - 3 Months$24.99
  • iFlightPlanner Premium Plus - 3 Months$39.99
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  • iFlightPlanner Core$49.99
  • iFlightPlanner Premium - 1 Yr$89.99
  • iFlightPlanner Premium$99.99
  • iFlightPlanner Premium Plus - 1 Year$139.99
2 purchases

OwnNav

Subscriptions2
  • OwnNav Pro$7.991 Month
  • OwnNav Pro Annual$79.991 Year

Questions

Is iFlightPlanner free?
iFlightPlanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OwnNav free?
OwnNav is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iFlightPlanner or OwnNav?
OwnNav is rated higher. iFlightPlanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 93 ratings, while OwnNav averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do iFlightPlanner or OwnNav have ads?
Neither iFlightPlanner nor OwnNav shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iFlightPlanner or OwnNav?
iFlightPlanner ships an update every 3 months, and OwnNav every 2 months. Most recently, iFlightPlanner was updated on August 31, 2026 and OwnNav on June 1, 2026.

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