Comparison

C172S Pad vs IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

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

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

Master instrument flying with this comprehensive trainer. It offers interactive modules and a simulator for navigation instruments, procedures, and holding patterns. Ideal for student pilots and instructors preparing for instrument ratings.

Highlights
  • Interactive navigation instrument modules
  • IFR procedure simulator
  • Holding pattern practice
  • Step-by-step learning
  • Animations and exercises
  • Built-in IFR simulator
Features
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Master instrument flying with this all-in-one IFR trainer. Includes interactive modules for ADF/RMI (FREE), VOR/ILS, HSI, IFR procedures and holding patterns. Ideal for student pilots and flight instructors preparing for instrument rating (IR). • Learn & practice navigation instruments step-by-step • Use animations and interactive exercises • Train with our built-in IFR simulator • Practice real-world holding entries (parallel, teardrop, direct) ### Modules: 1. ADF/RMI Instructor (Free Trial) 2. VOR + ILS Instructor 3. HSI Trainer 4. IFR Procedure Simulator 5. Holding Pattern Instructor Whether you're preparing for your checkride, IR test, or just want to improve situational awareness, this app helps you fly safer and smarter. Designed by pilots, for pilots. ▶ Try the ADF/RMI module for free! ▶ Trusted by aviation schools worldwide. FlyGo Aviation – Elevate Your IFR Skills.

Screenshots

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IFR Trainer Flight Instruments at Free against C172S Pad's $19.99. IFR Trainer Flight Instruments also leads on ratings volume (959 vs 5). C172S Pad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (75% vs 52%). On rating, 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

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments is free to download; C172S Pad costs $19.99 up front. IFR Trainer Flight Instruments sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. C172S Pad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for C172S Pad against 4.5 for IFR Trainer Flight Instruments. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IFR Trainer Flight Instruments has 959 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of C172S Pad's written reviews are positive against 52% of IFR Trainer Flight Instruments's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C172S Pad ships an update every 2 months, IFR Trainer Flight Instruments every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
C172S Pad versus IFR Trainer Flight Instruments: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC172S PadIFR Trainer Flight Instruments
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (5 ratings)4.5 (959 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better52.2% of reviews
Number of ratings5959 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB155 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGyronimo, LLCFlygo-Aviation Ltd

Customer experience

C172S Pad

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

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

All ratings959 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews113 reviews
Positive52.2%
Neutral6.2%
Negative41.6%

In-app purchases

None

C172S Pad

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

One-time6
  • Holding Instructor$5.99
  • VOR+ILS Instructor$9.99
  • HSI Instructor$9.99
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  • IFR Simulator$11.99
  • All in one$31.99
  • All in one$37.99

Questions

Is C172S Pad free?
C172S Pad costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IFR Trainer Flight Instruments free?
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, C172S Pad or IFR Trainer Flight Instruments?
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments is rated higher. C172S Pad averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while IFR Trainer Flight Instruments averages 4.5 from 959 ratings.
Do C172S Pad or IFR Trainer Flight Instruments have ads?
Neither C172S Pad nor IFR Trainer Flight Instruments shows ads.
Which is updated more often, C172S Pad or IFR Trainer Flight Instruments?
C172S Pad ships an update every 2 months, and IFR Trainer Flight Instruments every 6 weeks. Most recently, C172S Pad was updated on November 1, 2026 and IFR Trainer Flight Instruments on November 9, 2026.

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