Comparison

Simionic G1000 (PFD) vs Michelin Aircraft Tire

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

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About

Simionic G1000 (PFD)

This app simulates the primary flight display (PFD) of the Garmin G1000 avionics system. It offers realistic functionality for navigation, flight planning, and autopilot control, making it ideal for aviation enthusiasts and pilots for practice and fun.

Highlights
  • Simulates Garmin G1000 PFD
  • Navigation and flight plan functionality
  • Autopilot and flight director modes
  • Control surface implementation via device tilt
  • Global navigation database
  • Standalone trainer or instrument for flight simulators
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Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xePnu3MsBQ IMPORTANT NOTICE: 1. This app emulates G1000 PFD functionalities only. It does not include MFD functionalities. To obtain MFD functionalities, download the MFD app from AppStore which can co-operate with this app(PFD) via wifi connection. Download address of PFD app: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id827464105?mt=8 2. This app is for practice only. The navigation database included in this app may be outdated and very possible to be different from what it is in real life. Disclaimer: -Simionic and the seller are not affiliated with Garmin, -The app is not provided, approved, endorsed, or otherwise supported by Garmin. Garmin G1000 is an integrated avionic system used in many small aircrafts. This simulator simulates a primary flight display(PFD) which is used on Cessna 182T, 172S, 172R, 206H and Beechcraft Baron G58. It can also be configured to adapt piston, turboprop and jet engines. Most of the useful functionalities has been implemented in this simulator, such as navigation, inset map, flight plan, flight director, and autopilot. Besides of that, nearly every nob/button is functioning just like they were on the real G1000. G1000 is a highly integrated system, it is very powerful and also very complicated. It is recommended that you have a real G1000 user guide from Garmin. This simulator can be used by aviation enthusiasts as well as pilots to perform either an IFR training or just fly for fun. There is a global navigation database included in this simulator, and you can fly any where in the world. This simulator supports FSX, Prepar3D, MSFS2020, X-Plane and InfiniteFlight. You can use this simulator either as a stand alone trainer or as an instrument for FSX, Prepar3D, X-Plane or InfiniteFlight. You need G1000Bridge(X) to make this simulator working with FSX, Prepar3D, MSFS2020 or X-Plane. Please visit http://www.simionic.net to download G1000Bridge(X). Detail list of functionalities: *Control surface implementation +Pitch and bank are controlled by tilting the device using built-in accelerometer. +Throttle and rudder are controlled by touching the screen. *Flight director modes implementation +Pitch modes -Pitch Hold: Yes -Selected Altitude Capture: Yes -Altitude Hold: Yes -Vertical Speed: Yes -Flight Level Change: Yes -Vertical Path Tracking: Yes -VNV Target Altitude Capture: Yes -Glidepath: Yes -Glideslope: Yes -Go Around: Yes +Roll modes -Roll Hold: Yes -Heading Select: Yes -Navigation: Yes -Backcourse: Yes -Approach: Yes -Go Around: Yes *Autopilot: Yes *Flight plan +Store Flight Plan: Yes(only when MFD connected) +Invert Flight Plan: Yes +Closest Point Of FPL: No +Parallel Track: Yes +Create ATK Offset Waypoint: Yes +Direct-to: Yes, with vertical constraints and offset +Terminal Procedures: Yes +User defined holding patterns: Yes *Navigation database: Global, but may not as detailed or updated as they are in the real G1000. *Inset map: Zoom in/out, browsing, partly de-clutter, topo and terrain are implemented, all the navaids are displayed properly. No traffic, storm scope, NEXRAD radar information and XM information. *Other functionalities +Synthetic Vision as an In-App-Purchase item +All the navaids operations(VOR/ILS course select, ADF/VOR/Waypoint bearing indicator, CDI indicator, etc) +All the PFD settings(Wind, Bearing1/2, HSI format, Alt unit, Standard baro, etc) +DME source select: Yes +Transponder settings: Yes +Timer and references(V speeds and minimums): Yes +Advisory and alerts: Yes +ADF dip: Yes +Magnetic variation: automatic *Flight simulator connection +FSX: Yes +Prepar3D: Yes +MSFS2020: Yes +X-Plane: Yes +Infinite Flight: Yes, requires 19.4 and later *MFD connection: Via wifi

About

Michelin Aircraft Tire

This app provides aircraft mechanics, pilots, and operators with essential information on aircraft tire maintenance, product details, and purchasing options. It serves as a digital reference for maximizing tire life and reducing ownership costs.

Highlights
  • Michelin Care and Service Guide
  • Fitment Guide
  • Tire Wear Guide
  • Product Information
  • Dealer Locator
  • Michelin Aircraft Tire Care & Service Manual
Features
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The Michelin Aircraft Tire App is a comprehensive mobile application for aircraft mechanics, private pilots, airlines, military operators and others who have an interest in aircraft tires. App includes: • Michelin Care and Service Guide • Fitment Guide • Tire Wear Guide • Product Information • Dealer Locator • About Michelin When these individuals need information, the app provides quick and easy access to the Michelin Aircraft Tire Care & Service Manual. Used as a reference guide throughout the global aviation industry, Michelin’s Care & Service Manual provides knowledge on how to effectively maintain aircraft tires, maximize tire life, and reduce total cost of ownership. The app also provides information about Michelin aircraft tires and tubes. It includes a Fitment Guide for determining the correct Michelin products that are approved for each specific airframe. A Tire Wear Guide includes photographs and descriptions of the most common wear conditions for help in troubleshooting. A Dealer Locator includes the names and addresses of dealers where Michelin aircraft tires can be purchased. Additionally, there are numerous helpful brochures that explain the benefits of Michelin aircraft tires and why they are trusted the world over.

Screenshots

Michelin Aircraft Tire4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Michelin Aircraft Tire at Free against Simionic G1000 (PFD)'s $9.99. Michelin Aircraft Tire also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Simionic G1000 (PFD)'s advantage is ratings volume (136 vs 7) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads 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

Michelin Aircraft Tire is free to download; Simionic G1000 (PFD) costs $9.99 up front. Simionic G1000 (PFD) sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Michelin Aircraft Tire asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Michelin Aircraft Tire holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simionic G1000 (PFD) has 136 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Simionic G1000 (PFD)'s written reviews are positive against 50% of Michelin Aircraft Tire's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simionic G1000 (PFD) ships an update every 3 months, Michelin Aircraft Tire every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Simionic G1000 (PFD) versus Michelin Aircraft Tire: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimionic G1000 (PFD)Michelin Aircraft Tire
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (136 ratings)4.1 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews51.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings136 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size1.9 GB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晨 李Michelin

Customer experience

Simionic G1000 (PFD)

All ratings134 ratings
Positive59.0%
Neutral8.2%
Negative32.8%
Written reviews126 reviews
Positive51.6%
Neutral14.3%
Negative34.1%

Michelin Aircraft Tire

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Simionic G1000 (PFD)

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes during approaches
  • Altitude and heading bugs not working correctly
  • FMS and flight plan integration issues
  • Autopilot and VNAV not functioning as expected
  • Frequent disconnects from flight simulators

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for hPa altimeter settings
  • Improve flight plan integration with simulators
  • Add VNAV and vertical profile functionality
  • Provide more comprehensive instructions and documentation
  • Expand compatibility to more aircraft and simulators

Michelin Aircraft Tire

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Simionic G1000 (PFD)

One-time3
  • Beechcraft Baron G58$1.99
  • Aircraft Customization$1.99
  • Synthetic Vision$5.99
None

Michelin Aircraft Tire

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simionic G1000 (PFD) free?
Simionic G1000 (PFD) costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Michelin Aircraft Tire free?
Michelin Aircraft Tire is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Simionic G1000 (PFD) or Michelin Aircraft Tire?
Michelin Aircraft Tire is rated higher. Simionic G1000 (PFD) averages 3.5 out of 5 from 136 ratings, while Michelin Aircraft Tire averages 4.1 from 7 ratings.
Do Simionic G1000 (PFD) or Michelin Aircraft Tire have ads?
Neither Simionic G1000 (PFD) nor Michelin Aircraft Tire shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simionic G1000 (PFD) or Michelin Aircraft Tire?
Simionic G1000 (PFD) ships an update every 3 months, and Michelin Aircraft Tire every 2 months. Most recently, Simionic G1000 (PFD) was updated on October 24, 2026 and Michelin Aircraft Tire on October 24, 2026.

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