Comparison

Simionic G1000 (PFD) vs FMC Keyboard

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

Head to head
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 The navigation database included in this app may be outdated and very possible to be different from what it is in real life.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

FMC Keyboard

Features
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Type like you're flying the 737. FMC Keyboard replaces your iPhone keyboard with the Boeing 737 CDU/FMC keypad. THE POINT IS THE LAYOUT Real CDU keypads aren't QWERTY. They're alphabetical, and finding keys on one under pressure takes practice. Use CDU Keyboard for your everyday texting and the layout stops being something you search and starts being something you know. Free training, every message you send. A REAL KEYBOARD, NOT A NOVELTY Everything you actually need is here: • Alphabetical A-Z grid with N/E/S/W outlined like the real unit • Smart auto-capitalisation — amber letters show the next key will be upper case • Shift, and double-tap for caps lock (amber outlines) • Numbers, symbols and a full emoji page, one key away • SP: tap twice quickly for ". " • CLR: delete a character, hold to repeat • DEL: delete the previous word, hold to clear the whole field • Return key lights up when there's something to send • Crisp haptic feedback on every keypress WHO IT'S FOR • Line pilots keeping the layout sharp between trips • Student pilots and type-rating candidates • Flight sim enthusiasts on PMDG, ZIBO, MSFS or X-Plane • Anyone who wants their phone to look like a cockpit PRIVACY FMC Keyboard never collects, stores or transmits anything you type. There is no analytics, no network access, no logging. Full Access is optional and is used for one single thing: unlocking haptic feedback, which iOS mutes in keyboards without it. Say no and everything else still works. SETUP Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards > Add New Keyboard > FMC. Then hold the globe key in any app and pick FMC. Unlock the keyboard once in the app — monthly, annual, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Buy it once, fly with it forever. DISCLAIMER: FMC Keyboard is an independent, unofficial app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to The Boeing Company or any aircraft manufacturer, airline, or training organisation. "Boeing" and "737" are trademarks of The Boeing Company, used here only to describe the keypad layout this app is styled after. This app is a typing keyboard for entertainment and familiarisation only and is not a flight training device or approved for operational use. Privacy policy: https://fmckeyboard.com/privacy Terms of use: https://fmckeyboard.com/terms

Screenshots

FMC Keyboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FMC Keyboard at Free against Simionic G1000 (PFD)'s $9.99. Simionic G1000 (PFD)'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

FMC Keyboard is free to download; Simionic G1000 (PFD) costs $9.99 up front. Simionic G1000 (PFD) sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and FMC Keyboard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Simionic G1000 (PFD) versus FMC Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimionic G1000 (PFD)FMC Keyboard
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (134 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings134 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPad, MaciPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.9 GB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晨 李Melih FIRAT

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

FMC Keyboard

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
1 purchases

FMC Keyboard

One-time1
  • Unlock Forever$9.99

Questions

Is Simionic G1000 (PFD) free?
Simionic G1000 (PFD) costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is FMC Keyboard free?
FMC Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simionic G1000 (PFD) or FMC Keyboard have ads?
Neither Simionic G1000 (PFD) nor FMC Keyboard shows ads.

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