Comparison

SkyGuardTWX vs iFly EFB

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

Head to head
About

SkyGuardTWX

This companion tool wirelessly configures a UAT ADS-B Transceiver. It allows setup of parameters like N-Number, ICAO code, and flight plan squawk. Advanced models enable real-time squawk code and pressure altitude display.

Highlights
  • Wireless transceiver configuration
  • N-Number setup
  • Transponder ICAO code setting
  • Flight Plan/Squawk code management
  • Manual squawk code changes (Vision-Pro)
  • Real-time squawk code display (Vision-Pro Plus)
  • Pressure altitude display (Vision-Pro Plus)
Features
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This app is a companion tool for use with the SkyGuardTWX UAT ADS-B Transceiver. It allows wireless configuration of all required setup parameters such as N-Number, Transponder ICAO code, and Flight Plan/Squawk code. The app is capable of manually changing aircraft squawk codes as issued by ATC while in flight if you have the Vision-Pro model of the SkyGuardTWX UAT Transceiver. Version 2.0.7 and greater is capable of displaying realtime squawk code and pressure altitude as acquired from your Mode C Transponder as long as you have a Vision-Pro Plus Model of the SkyGuardTWX UAT Transceiver.

About

iFly EFB

This app provides pilots with essential flight information in an easy-to-use format for both VFR and IFR flying. It offers advanced navigation features, real-time weather, and safety alerts to enhance situational awareness and simplify flight planning.

Highlights
  • Geo-Reference Approach Plates & Airport Diagrams
  • 3D Synthetic Vision / EFIS Mode
  • Terrain, Obstructions, Traffic, Airspace Alerts
  • ADS-B Support
  • AutoTaxi+ for Safe Taxing
  • RealView Airport Imagery
  • Complete VFR & IFR Databases and Charts
Features
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iFly EFB delivers the perfect combination of affordability, capability, and usability for both VFR and IFR Pilots. Safely and quickly get the information you need so you can focus on flying! Key reasons to try iFly EFB: 1) Ease of use in the cockpit: Our intuitive and simple interface, easy to hit buttons, simple map gestures, large fonts, and more make this the best EFB for in-flight use 2) Pilot focused company: We have staff (pilots) on the ground at our office in Texas waiting to answer your questions. Call 214-585-0444 or email support@adventurepilot.com, we're here to help 3) Price: We are one of the most competitively priced EFBs on the market 4) Capabilities: We are one of the most capable EFBs on the market! Need proof? Visit www.iFlyEFB.com/Compare Following are some of our features and benefits: •Geo-Reference Approach Plates and Airport Diagrams •3D Synthetic Vision / EFIS Mode •Terrain, Obstructions, Traffic, and Airspaces Alerts •Complete ADSB support •AutoTaxi+ for safe taxing at any airport •RealView airport imagery •RealPlan automatic VFR Planner •Auto-load approach into plan •Complete VFR and IFR databases and charts (FAA) •Sectionals •Customizable Instruments •Public & Private Airports •Winds aloft including forecasts for 36 hours •Hi/Lo-Enroute Charts •Terminal Area Charts(TAC) •World Aeronautical Charts(WAC) •Vector Mode •Weather (Pre-Flight or ADS-B Live) •Hi-res Winds Aloft Optimizing •Rapid Flight planning •Plates & Diagrams (Approach, Departure Plates, Stars, SIDs Airport Diagrams) •Instruments Panel •Day/Night Mode •Online Flight Plan Filing •Custom Instrument Layouts (24 Instruments, e.g. HSI, Vertical Profile, and AHRS) •Vertical Terrain planning and Airspace preview •Find Nearest •History •North Up / Track Up •Pinch Zooming w/ One Touch Feature •Dynamic Distance Ring •Hybrid Compass Rose w/ Nav Function •Extended Course Line •Flight Trails •Past Flights •Rubber Band route modification •Custom Aircraft icons •AutoTaxi+ •Alerts & Warnings •Button Fading (maximizes screen space) •Custom User Waypoints •Customizable Instruments •Simulator Mode

Screenshots

SkyGuardTWX1 screens
iFly EFB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SkyGuardTWX at none against iFly EFB's 8. SkyGuardTWX also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). iFly EFB's advantage is ratings volume (353 vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. iFly EFB sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. SkyGuardTWX asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SkyGuardTWX holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iFly EFB has 353 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkyGuardTWX ships an update every 3 months, iFly EFB every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SkyGuardTWX versus iFly EFB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyGuardTWXiFly EFB
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.7 (353 ratings)
Positive reviews—89.9% of reviews
Number of ratings2353 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSkyGuardTWX LLCAdventure Pilot, LLC

Customer experience

SkyGuardTWX

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

iFly EFB

All ratings353 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.3%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews99 reviews
Positive89.9%
Neutral1.0%
Negative9.1%

Bugs and requests

SkyGuardTWX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

iFly EFB

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App freezes when navigating between menus
  • Settings not saved after app lock
  • GPS weak signal and satellite lock issues on iOS 18+
  • Terrain loading delays during scrolling
  • Compatibility issues with some external GPS devices (Dual 150)
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  • Crashes during early versions (now resolved)
  • iPhone X screen resolution not fully optimized
  • Glitchy behavior with some ADS-B connections

Requested features

15 requests
  • Logbook functionality
  • Sunset/sunrise times display
  • One-button night mode
  • Annotation tools for approach plates
  • Scratch pad for ATC notes
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  • Pilot-entered fuel stop updates (like Waze model)
  • Mo-gas location database
  • Global map coverage beyond USA and Bahamas
  • Seamless chart display
  • Landscape mode support
  • Apple Watch companion app
  • Ability to submit e-APIS details from app
  • 10-year subscription option at discounted rate
  • Better sketching tools
  • Improved FBO information database

In-app purchases

None

SkyGuardTWX

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

iFly EFB

One-time8
  • iPad Add-On Subscription (1 Year)$24.99
  • IFR iPad Subscription Upgrade (1 Year)$49.99
  • VFR iPad Subscription (1 Year)$79.99
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  • Base VFR Subscription$94.99
  • VFR/MP Subscription$124.99
  • VFR+IFR iPad Subscription (1 Year)$129.99
  • VFR/IFR Subscription$149.99
  • VFR/IFR/MP Subscription$179.99

Questions

Is SkyGuardTWX free?
SkyGuardTWX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iFly EFB free?
iFly EFB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SkyGuardTWX or iFly EFB?
SkyGuardTWX is rated higher. SkyGuardTWX averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while iFly EFB averages 4.7 from 353 ratings.
Do SkyGuardTWX or iFly EFB have ads?
Neither SkyGuardTWX nor iFly EFB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SkyGuardTWX or iFly EFB?
SkyGuardTWX ships an update every 3 months, and iFly EFB every 3 weeks. Most recently, SkyGuardTWX was updated on October 5, 2026 and iFly EFB on October 12, 2026.

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