Comparison

RC vs RC Flight Simulator 2016

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

Head to head
About

RC

Master the skies with a realistic R/C airplane flight simulator. Practice maneuvers and learn to fly various aircraft models without the risk of real-world crashes. Ideal for both novice and experienced pilots.

Highlights
  • Realistic flight dynamics
  • Multiple aircraft models
  • MFi controller support
  • Physics-based crashes
  • Adjustable control modes
  • Multiple camera views
Features
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Learn to fly r/c model airplanes with this realistic flight simulator! Please Note: RC-AirSim is a realistic r/c model airplane flight simulator, NOT an arcade game. And like a real model airplane, it will take some practice to master the basics. Luckily, in RC-AirSim, plane crashes are free (and fun)! Pro Tip: If you are a novice r/c pilot, start with the Slowmowatt in 3 Channel control mode. RC-AirSim has been used successfully by many r/c pilots to learn how to fly a model airplane. RC-AirSim has more realistic flight dynamics and ground handling than most of the much more expensive r/c flight sims. RC-AirSim Features: · Many different model airplanes to fly including: F-15 Fighter Jet, WWI Biplane, Glider, Electric Parkflyer, Aerobatic Planes, and a Trainer. · Realistic r/c model airplane flight aerodynamics based on NASA flight simulation technology. · MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad) Twin-Stick Game Controller support. · Accurate landing and ground handling simulation. · Awesome crashes! Planes break apart in a physics-based manner. · 4 channel control: aileron, elevator, rudder, throttle. · 3 view options: R/C (Third person), Following (Chase cam), and Onboard camera (FPV) · 3 control modes: Mode 2 (default), Mode 1, and 3 Channel. · Field objects to avoid and fly behind. · Doppler-correct sound. · Touch Points or On-screen Transmitter Sticks control options. · Get flying quickly! No slow, tedious menus or multiple load screens. RC-AirSim is a favorite of radio-controlled model airplane pilots worldwide because it excels where it matters most: realistic flight dynamics and aerodynamics! Tired of "simulators" that feel unrealistic and fly like an arcade game? Try RC-AirSim! Experienced R/C pilots say that RC-AirSim feels and flies like an actual r/c model airplane! R/C pilots, don't let your skills get rusty when you are away from the flying field: practice with RC-AirSim. New to the hobby of r/c model airplanes? Learn on RC-AirSim first and make the maiden flight of your first r/c plane a successful one. RC-AirSim R/C Aircraft: · F-15 Regal Eagle Large gas powered ducted fan military jet. 4 Channel control. · WWI Flying Ace Electric scale biplane based on the historic World War I Fokker D.VII. Moving control surfaces and spinning prop. Comes with two paint schemes: Red/White or Blue/Green Lozenge. 4 Channel control. · Back 40 Trainer Classic 4 channel high-wing trainer with plenty of dihedral for beginners. Powered by a .40 size gas engine. · Slowmowatt Electric park flyer. Flies very slow so there is plenty of time to react. Easiest to fly! Perfect for beginners using the 3 Channel control mode. 4 channel control available. · Double Helix Low wing electric sport plane. A great choice for beginning aerobatics. 4 Channel control. · Madster EDF Small sport scale electric ducted fan military jet. 4 Channel control. · Super Dee Large high wing tail-dragger aerobatic sport plane. Gas powered. Great for low inverted passes! 4 Channel control. · Emerald Glider Classic 2-meter wingspan glider. 4 Channels - use the 'throttle' channel to adjust your drag. For rudder/elevator controls only (no ailerons), fly using 3 Channel control mode. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Don't hesitate to contact the developer directly: rc-airsim.com email: tim@fabricated-reality.com Facebook: facebook.com/rcairsim Twitter: twitter.com/rc_airsim Happy Landings!

About

RC Flight Simulator 2016

Experience realistic radio-controlled aircraft flight with a wide variety of planes, jets, and drones. Engage in challenging missions across diverse scenarios with a configurable virtual controller and advanced physics.

Highlights
  • 43 different aircraft types
  • 14 detailed flight scenarios
  • 150 challenging missions
  • Real-time maneuver checks
  • Configurable virtual RC controller
  • Advanced physics engine
Features
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RC Flight Simulator is now for mobiles! Be amazed by the realism and controls of the Remote Control Flight Simulator 2016! You will fly with 15 different aircraft in more than 14 highly detailed scenarios! We included the virtual RC Controller on the screen fully configurable and a physics algorithm very close to what you can do with your real RC plane. MAIN FEATURES: - 43 airplanes: trainers, WWII, Fighter Jets, Commercial Jets, Gliders Drones, and Helicopters!) - Arbus 380 neo Emarites - Boing 747 8i Lifthanza - Aileron Trainer - Estra 360 RC - Cezna 172 - Cezna 182 - Corair FU41 WW2 - Corair FU41 (after WW2) - P-51 - Sup with Pup - Fighter 14 - Fighter 15 - Fighter 22 - Fighter 117 - Foker Dreidcke 1 - Richtofe Red Baron War 1 - Spitfire Super World War 2 - Zero A6 Mitshu - Super 300s Orange - Ar Parrot Drone - Avistar Elite - Big Stick - CAP 232 - Drone MQ9 Reaper - Glider DynafLite - Mistral Glider - Flite Test - Flite Test Sport - Flyzone Sensei - Drone Hexacopter - Drone Octocopter - Drone Quadricopter - Drone Phantom - Drone Quad Racer - Drone Tricopter - PiperCub - Pitts S2-B - Glider Planar - Heli Raptor - Heli Schweizer - Heli Trex - Heli Instructor - YAK 54 - 14 scenarios, in different countries, like USA, Germany, and more! - Maneuver checks in real time - 150 missions - Different Maneuver difficulty levels. - Air Gates, Balloons, and Rings as mission objectives - Checks in real time for these Maneuvers: - Loops - Inverted Loops - Cuban Eight - Half-Cuban - Immelmann turn - Aileron Roll - Barrel Roll - EXTRA FEATURES: - Track missions, with a combination of Maneuvers and Air Gates, improving this Flight Simulator challenges. - Special controls for jet wings, and Corsair wings (fold and unfold wings) on RC controller. - Rating of maneuver during flight. Feel free to contact us at FlyWings Studios to give your feedback, have a nice RC flight! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Photo scenes credits: by Harald Bendschneider

Screenshots

RC4 screens
RC Flight Simulator 20164 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RC at 71% against RC Flight Simulator 2016's 27%. RC also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.9) and ads (none vs shown). RC Flight Simulator 2016's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. RC sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and RC Flight Simulator 2016 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RC holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RC has 105 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of RC's written reviews are positive against 27% of RC Flight Simulator 2016's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RC ships an update every 2 months, RC Flight Simulator 2016 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
RC versus RC Flight Simulator 2016: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRCRC Flight Simulator 2016
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (105 ratings) — better2.9 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews71.1% of reviews — better27.5% of reviews
Number of ratings105 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size140 MB260 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFabricated RealityThetis Consulting

Customer experience

RC

All ratings103 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative18.4%
Written reviews204 reviews
Positive71.1%
Neutral9.3%
Negative19.6%

RC Flight Simulator 2016

All ratings19 ratings
Positive47.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative47.4%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive27.5%
Neutral11.8%
Negative60.8%

Bugs and requests

RC

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Planes sometimes behave erratically
  • Crashes and freezes on some devices
  • Difficulty with takeoffs and landings

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free planes and flying fields
  • Additional camera views (e.g. cockpit)
  • Wind simulation and advanced settings
  • Ability to customize planes

RC Flight Simulator 2016

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

RC

One-time7
  • Double Helix AirplaneFree
  • Emerald GliderFree
  • Madster EDF AirplaneFree
Show 4 more
  • Slowmowatt Parkflyer (3 Chan)Free
  • F-15 Regal Eagle AirplaneFree
  • Super Dee AirplaneFree
  • WWI Flying Ace AirplaneFree
10 purchases

RC Flight Simulator 2016

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Club Weekly$2.997 Days
One-time9
  • Cezna 172$0.99
  • Cezna 182$0.99
  • Corair FU41 World War II$1.99
Show 6 more
  • Fighter 14$1.99
  • Super 300 Blood Horse$1.99
  • Fighter 22$3.99
  • Arbus 380 Neo Emarites$4.99
  • Boing 747 8i Lifthanza$4.99
  • All Content Pack$29.99

Questions

Is RC free?
RC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RC Flight Simulator 2016 free?
RC Flight Simulator 2016 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RC or RC Flight Simulator 2016?
RC is rated higher. RC averages 4.2 out of 5 from 105 ratings, while RC Flight Simulator 2016 averages 2.9 from 19 ratings.
Do RC or RC Flight Simulator 2016 have ads?
RC Flight Simulator 2016 shows ads; RC does not.
Which is updated more often, RC or RC Flight Simulator 2016?
RC ships an update every 2 months, and RC Flight Simulator 2016 every 2 weeks. Most recently, RC was updated on November 1, 2026 and RC Flight Simulator 2016 on November 3, 2026.

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