Flight Winds vs OneTap Av WX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flight Winds
This app calculates crosswind, tailwind, and headwind components for takeoff and landing, helping pilots stay within wind limitations. It features a dual runway display and custom wind limit warnings.
- Calculates wind components
- Dual runway display
- Custom wind limitations
- User-friendly interface
- Preflight and pre-landing preparation
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FlightWinds helps pilots make faster, clearer wind decisions before takeoff and before landing. Enter the runway and wind, then instantly see headwind, tailwind, and crosswind components for the runway in use. Set your own configurable wind limits, FlightWinds will clearly show when conditions are inside or outside your preset limitations. FlightWinds keeps the workflow simple: quick input, instant calculations, and an easy-to-read display that support your preflight and pre-landing decision-making. Features: - Instant crosswind, headwind, and tailwind calculations - Dual runway display - Custom takeoff and landing wind limits - Clear warnings when your limits are exceeded - Universal app for iPhone and iPad Built by a Gold Seal FAA Flight Instructor and airline pilot for pilots who want a practical wind tool for everyday flying. Safety Notice: FlightWinds is a supplemental planning aid only. It is not certified flight equipment and must not be used as the sole source for flight planning or operational decisions. Verify all inputs, weather data, calculations, and limitations using current official sources, the applicable AFM/POH, operator procedures, and your own judgment. Weather information may be delayed, incomplete, or unavailable. The pilot in command remains responsible for the safe operation of the flight.
OneTap Av WX
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OneTap Av WX uses present location to find all METARs and TAFs reported within a specified radius. The radius varies from 10 to 200 nautical miles and is selectable by the user. It's really that simple -- just one tap. The app is handy for local flying or simply discovering reporting stations when you're at an unfamiliar airport. The app uses the NOAA server to acquire current weather and forecasts.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: OneTap Av WX at every 9 months against Flight Winds's every 47 months. OneTap Av WX also leads on price ($1.99 vs $3.99). Flight Winds's advantage is chart position (#27 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Flight Winds costs $3.99 and OneTap Av WX $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Flight Winds ships an update every 47 months, OneTap Av WX every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flight Winds | OneTap Av WX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 47 months | Every 9 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #27 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FLEMINGER MEDIA LLC | Robert Walker |
In-app purchases
Flight Winds
No in-app purchases
OneTap Av WX
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Flight Winds free?
Is OneTap Av WX free?
Do Flight Winds or OneTap Av WX have ads?
Which is updated more often, Flight Winds or OneTap Av WX?
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