Comparison

C172S Pad vs VOR Simulator Pro

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

Head to head
About

C172S Pad

This flight computer app calculates mass and balance, and performance data for the Cessna 172 S aircraft. It allows users to experiment with various flight parameters and generate detailed reports for flight planning. Optimized for iPad Retina displays, it offers immediate results with high-resolution graphics.

Highlights
  • Mass & Balance calculations
  • Takeoff and Landing distance computation
  • Climb performance analysis
  • Optimal cruise altitude determination
  • Stall speed calculation
  • Wind components computer
  • Load manifest generation
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Gyronimo Performance Pad -Cessna 172 S- The ultimate flight computer for Mass & Balance and Performance. Calculate and interpolate performance data using the actual values from the Cessna 172 S Pilot's Operating Handbook. (Note - this app does not provide updated POH data. For flight planning, always use the original POH of the airplane you will be flying) Performance Results are updated immediately and displayed in high-resolution graphics, enhanced for the iPad Retina displays. Change all important values using sliders. Experiment with the results and create "what if" scenarios in no time. Find your optimal cruise altitude, takeoff ground roll, landing distance, climb data and stall speeds. The Performance Pad C172S has seven main pages: 1. The Mass & Balance (or Weight & Balance) Page Calculates Center of Gravity, Moments, Takeoff and Zero Fuel Mass as well as Percent MAC (% MAC). Set person and baggage weights in seconds using the convenient sliders. Check if the CG is within limits using three graphical displays - Moment Envelope - CG envelope - Aircraft axis or see a complete load manifest that you can send to your email address to quickly prove that you have completed the Weight & Balance for your flight. 2. The Takeoff Page Using the actual data from the C172S Operating Handbook the Performance Pad calculates and displays Ground Roll and Landing Distance based on: - Aircraft Mass - Takeoff Elevation in MSL (Pressure Altitude and Density Altitude will be computed) - Outside Air Temperature (OAT) - Altimeter Setting - Runway Conditions (i.e. paved dry to grass or extra factors up to 100%) - Wind Conditions Wind Components Computer - Use the Wind Components page to determine your headwind or tailwind component. Rotate the wind dial to set wind direction, set windspeed and the results will be transferred to your takeoff computations automatically! 3. The Climb page Calculates time, fuel and distance based on - Difference between Takeoff Elevation and intended Flight Level - Altimeter Setting - Outside Air Temperature (OAT) - Altimeter Setting - Headwind or Tailwind Component The Rate of Climb and Climb Speed will be displayed. 4. The Cruise Page Using the actual data from the Pilot's Operating Handbook you can determine the optimal cruise altitude based on - Trip Distance - Flight Level - Engine RPM - Temperature - Wind and Altimeter Setting and calculate Break Horse Power (% BHP), Fuel Flow and True Airspeed The Max Range and Range including Reserve will be displayed graphically. The Fuel Management allows to input Reserve Time for Contingency, Alternate and Final Reserve. The Fuel Usage is displayed graphically. 5. Landing Page Calculates Ground Roll and Landing Distance based on wind, elevation, altimeter setting etc. Use the Wind Components Computer to quickly determine head- or tailwind components 6. Stall Speed Page. Calculates The Stall Speed based on Bank Angle and Flap Settings. Stall Speed will be computed as KIAS and KCAS using the actual values from the Cessna POH. 7. Setup - Load and Save up to five Aircraft Settings and Scenarios. - Send a Mass & Balance Summary to your email address. - Visit our video channel and watch tutorials and video manuals. Disclaimer: The Gyronimo Performance Pad is a student, professional pilot, ​and flight instructor assistance tool for plausibility checks and flight training only. All graphics and data provided in this application are used as examples. For flight planning the ORIGINAL Pilot’s Operating Handbook must be used! Performance values can vary significantly with aircraft or environmental conditions and also with your pilot skills. Always consider safety margins for you and the aircraft you are flying.

About

VOR Simulator Pro

Master radio navigation with this VOR simulator. Practice realistic dual VOR positioning and authentic navigation features like To/From indicators and Cone of Confusion effects. Ideal for pilots and aviation enthusiasts to hone skills on the ground.

Highlights
  • Dual VOR positioning practice
  • To/From indicators
  • Cone of Confusion effects
  • Radial interception
  • HSI or CDI displays
  • Three aircraft models
Features
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Master radio navigation with this comprehensive VOR simulator. Perfect for pilots and aviation enthusiasts wanting to practice VOR skills on the ground. Practice realistic dual VOR positioning to fix your location on the map. Experience authentic navigation features including To/From indicators, Cone of Confusion effects, and radial interception. Choose between HSI or CDI displays and toggle between three detailed aircraft: King Air, Cessna 172, or Piper Cherokee. This simulator reproduces VOR signal behavior, needle deflection, and station passage, allowing you to develop and maintain your navigation proficiency anywhere, anytime - no actual aircraft required. Great for students working on their private pilot or instrument rating.

Screenshots

VOR Simulator Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VOR Simulator Pro at Free against C172S Pad's $19.99. VOR Simulator Pro also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (100% vs 75%). C172S Pad's advantage is iOS requirement (9.1 vs 15.0). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

VOR Simulator Pro is free to download; C172S Pad costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VOR Simulator Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of C172S Pad's written reviews are positive against 100% of VOR Simulator Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
C172S Pad versus VOR Simulator Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC172S PadVOR Simulator Pro
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (5 ratings)4.8 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings515 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB169 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGyronimo, LLCPilot Institute

Customer experience

C172S Pad

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative8.3%

VOR Simulator Pro

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

C172S Pad

No in-app purchases

None

VOR Simulator Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is C172S Pad free?
C172S Pad costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VOR Simulator Pro free?
VOR Simulator Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, C172S Pad or VOR Simulator Pro?
VOR Simulator Pro is rated higher. C172S Pad averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while VOR Simulator Pro averages 4.8 from 15 ratings.
Do C172S Pad or VOR Simulator Pro have ads?
Neither C172S Pad nor VOR Simulator Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, C172S Pad or VOR Simulator Pro?
C172S Pad ships an update every 2 months, and VOR Simulator Pro every 2 months. Most recently, C172S Pad was updated on September 12, 2026 and VOR Simulator Pro on September 15, 2026.

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