# X vs GeoFS

The clearest difference is ads: X at none against GeoFS's shown. X also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (25K vs 714). GeoFS's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. X sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and GeoFS sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

X holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: X has 25K ratings behind it against 714, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 58% of X's written reviews are positive against 60% of GeoFS's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

X ships an update fortnightly, GeoFS every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | X | GeoFS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-plane-flight-simulator/id566661426/reviews)** | [3.8 (714 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geofs-flight-simulator/id1438750773/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **25K** | 714 |
| Positive reviews | 58.0% of reviews | **60.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.0 GB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Laminar Research](https://appshunter.io/developer/290619948) | [Xavier Tassin](https://appshunter.io/developer/478397570) |

## What reviewers say

### X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-plane-flight-simulator/id566661426)

Experience realistic flight simulation with detailed aircraft and interactive cockpits. Explore numerous 3D airports and terrain, with options to expand globally via subscription. Engage in multiplayer or practice with free tutorials.

**Highlights:** Realistic flight physics, Interactive 3D cockpits, Detailed 3D airports, Free tutorials, Massive multiplayer, System failure simulation, Combat missions

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| X-Plane Mobile Basic | $4.99 | per month |
| X-Plane Mobile Professional | $5.99 | per month |
| Piper SuperCub | $0.99 | one-time |
| Baron B58 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sikorsky S76 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Airbus A320 | $4.99 | one-time |
| F-22 Raptor | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 777-200ER | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boeing 747-400 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boeing B737-800 | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic flight physics
- 👍 Highly interactive cockpits
- 🤠 Great for flight enthusiasts
- 💡 Potential to be used for flight training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive planes and subscription
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in some planes
- 🌍 Limited free global scenery
- 🎮 Challenging controls for beginners

**Reported bugs**

- Altitude hold issues in the MD-80
- Inconsistent cockpit quality across different planes
- Unexpected plane behavior during takeoff and landing

**Requested features**

- More free planes, especially commercial airliners
- Larger free flight area and more airports
- Improved autopilot and flight planning features
- Addition of ground services like pushback and jetways
- More realistic weather, lighting, and environmental effects


### GeoFS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geofs-flight-simulator/id1438750773)

Experience a realistic flight simulator with global satellite imagery and a wide range of aircraft. Practice VFR, explore beautiful landscapes, or enjoy multiplayer flights with real-time weather and traffic.

**Highlights:** Worldwide satellite imagery, Realistic physics and flight models, Global multiplayer, Navigation charts and radio navigation, 30+ aircraft with cockpits, Real-time weather and traffic

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HD - 1 Month Subscription | $1.99 | one-time |
| HD - 1 Year Subscription | $13.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing scenery and global coverage
- 🤩 Wide variety of aircraft
- 💰 Free with optional paid subscription
- 🌍 Ability to fly anywhere in the world

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔌 High battery consumption
- 🕹️ Difficult controls and navigation
- 🔍 Limited graphics and details without paid subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Planes bouncing off runways
- Frequent loading issues and boot loops
- Rendering problems and white/blue screens
- Autopilot and controls not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add more passenger and military aircraft
- Implement flight planning and navigation tools
- Improve weather effects and lighting
- Optimize performance and reduce crashes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is X free?

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

### Is GeoFS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, X or GeoFS?

X is rated higher. X averages 4.0 out of 5 from 25K ratings, while GeoFS averages 3.8 from 714 ratings.

### Do X or GeoFS have ads?

GeoFS shows ads; X does not.

### Which is updated more often, X or GeoFS?

X ships an update fortnightly, and GeoFS every 6 months. Most recently, X was updated on November 7, 2026 and GeoFS on November 6, 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.*