# SkyDemon vs FlyQ+ EFB

The clearest difference is rating: SkyDemon at 4.8 against FlyQ+ EFB's 4.1. SkyDemon also leads on review sentiment (92% vs 72%) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 14.0). FlyQ+ EFB's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and chart position (#184 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SkyDemon sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FlyQ+ EFB sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SkyDemon holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 546 and 892 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of SkyDemon's written reviews are positive against 72% of FlyQ+ EFB's.

SkyDemon ships an update monthly, FlyQ+ EFB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SkyDemon | FlyQ+ EFB |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (546 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skydemon/id497184081/reviews)** | [4.1 (892 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 546 | **892** |
| Positive reviews | **92.3% of reviews** | 71.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#184** |
| Size | 52 MB | 494 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Divelements Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/497184084) | [Seattle Avionics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/488201923) |

## What reviewers say

### SkyDemon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skydemon/id497184081)

Plan and navigate VFR flights across Europe with detailed aeronautical charts, dynamic airspace clipping, and real-time hazard warnings. Features include virtual radar, automated weather briefings, and comprehensive flight logging for pilots.

**Highlights:** Vector aeronautical charts with dynamic airspace clipping, Intuitive route planning and modification, Virtual Radar for hazard and airspace visualization, Automated weather briefings (TAF, METAR, SIGMET), Real-time hazard and airspace warnings, Georeferenced airfield plates and documents, Fuel, weight, and balance calculations

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SkyDemon iOS Subscription | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic
- 🚀 Best software ever used
- 🚀 Essential for flying
- 🚀 Excellent app
- 🚀 Unbeatable in all respects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Updates can be slow
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Limited to 2 devices

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with latest iPad OS
- Crashes when trying to download all charts

**Requested features**

- Print PLOG or route on iPad
- Improved logbook functionality
- Support for official CAA/NATS charts
- Synthetic vision
- IFR flight plan filing to Eurocontrol


### FlyQ+ EFB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This aviation app simplifies flying with integrated features like a glide ring, graphical weather, and a detailed global map. It offers advanced weather analysis, augmented reality situational awareness, and wireless data transfer to certified avionics. Track flights, analyze performance, and receive GPS anomaly detection for enhanced safety.

**Highlights:** Global Digital Map with adjustable detail, 4D Predictive Weather analysis, Augmented Reality (AR) situational awareness, Wireless data transfer to certified avionics, Visual Logbook and Post Flight Playback, NaviGuard GPS anomaly detection

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US IFR 1 month upgrade | $8.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 2 month upgrade | $17.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 3 month upgrade | $24.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 4 month upgrade | $34.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 5 month upgrade | $44.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 6 month upgrade | $49.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 7 month upgrade | $59.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 8 month upgrade | $69.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 9 month upgrade | $79.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 10 month upgrade | $89.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 11 month upgrade | $99.99 | one-time |
| US VFR 12 month subscription | $99.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 12 month upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 13 month upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| US VFR and IFR 12 month subscription | $199.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SkyDemon free?

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

### Is FlyQ+ EFB free?

FlyQ+ EFB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SkyDemon or FlyQ+ EFB?

SkyDemon is rated higher. SkyDemon averages 4.8 out of 5 from 546 ratings, while FlyQ+ EFB averages 4.1 from 892 ratings.

### Do SkyDemon or FlyQ+ EFB have ads?

Neither SkyDemon nor FlyQ+ EFB shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SkyDemon or FlyQ+ EFB?

SkyDemon ships an update monthly, and FlyQ+ EFB every 2 months. Most recently, SkyDemon was updated on September 23, 2026 and FlyQ+ EFB on September 21, 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.*