Comparison

C172M vs VOR + ILS Trainer

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

Head to head
About

C172M

This app calculates mass, balance, and performance data for the Cessna 172M aircraft using actual Pilot's Operating Handbook values. It helps pilots plan flights quickly by determining optimal cruise altitudes, takeoff and landing distances, climb data, and stall speeds.

Highlights
  • Mass & Balance calculations
  • Takeoff and Landing performance
  • Climb data calculation
  • Optimal cruise altitude determination
  • Stall speed calculation
  • Save and load aircraft settings
  • Email load manifest
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Gyronimo Performance Pad -Cessna 172M- The ultimate computer for Mass & Balance and Performance. Compatibility: requires iPad 2 or newer, or iPad Mini Retina Now with support for Standard and Long Range Tanks! Calculate and interpolate performance data using the actual values from the Cessna 172M Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH). Finish your complete fight planning in just a few seconds. Performance planning has never been easier and quicker. Results are updated immediately and displayed in high resolution graphics, enhanced for the iPad 2/3 and iPad Mini. 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 C172M 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 you flight. 2. The Takeoff Page Using the actual data from the C172M 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 long grass or snow) - Runway Slope - Wind Conditions 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 Also 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 5. Landing Page Calculates Ground Roll and Landing Distance based on wind, elevation, altimeter setting etc. Like on the Takeoff Page you can 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. Mode Switch: The Performance Pad can be used in two Modes: "Individual Mode" All calculations can be done independently from each other. "Plan Mode" Calculated values will be forwarded to the next page and an additional "Flight Summary Page" is available. Choose this mode if you want to do a complete performance planning. The author disclaims any liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential losses or damages in connection with your access to or use of this software. The information contained in this software is for general information purposes only.

About

VOR + ILS Trainer

This interactive aviation app helps student pilots, instructors, and professionals practice and master VOR and ILS navigation. It offers step-by-step training modules and realistic exercises designed by certified flight instructors to build confidence and accuracy in radio navigation.

Highlights
  • VOR and ILS simulators
  • Step-by-step IFR training
  • Realistic precision exercises
  • Certified flight instructor design
  • Radio navigation practice
Features
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Become a better IFR pilot with FlyGo’s VOR + ILS Trainer! This interactive aviation app is built for student pilots, instructors, and professionals preparing for IFR flight. Learn and practice using VOR and ILS – essential navigation tools for any instrument-rated pilot. Features: - VOR and ILS simulators - Step-by-step IFR training modules - Realistic exercises to improve precision - Designed by certified flight instructors Whether you're preparing for your IR checkride, want to refresh your knowledge, or teach your students, this simulator helps build confidence and accuracy in radio navigation. Train smart. Fly safer. The FlyGo way.

Screenshots

VOR + ILS Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VOR + ILS Trainer at 3.3 against C172M's 3.0. VOR + ILS Trainer also leads on price ($9.99 vs $13.99) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months). C172M's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.6). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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

C172M costs $13.99 and VOR + ILS Trainer $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VOR + ILS Trainer holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of C172M's written reviews are positive against 60% of VOR + ILS Trainer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C172M ships an update every 7 months, VOR + ILS Trainer every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
C172M versus VOR + ILS Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC172MVOR + ILS Trainer
Price$13.99$9.99 — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)3.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB151 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGyronimo, LLCFlygo-Aviation Ltd

Customer experience

C172M

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

VOR + ILS Trainer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

C172M

No in-app purchases

None

VOR + ILS Trainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is C172M free?
C172M costs $13.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VOR + ILS Trainer free?
VOR + ILS Trainer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, C172M or VOR + ILS Trainer?
VOR + ILS Trainer is rated higher. C172M averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while VOR + ILS Trainer averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do C172M or VOR + ILS Trainer have ads?
Neither C172M nor VOR + ILS Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, C172M or VOR + ILS Trainer?
C172M ships an update every 7 months, and VOR + ILS Trainer every 3 months. Most recently, C172M was updated on October 23, 2026 and VOR + ILS Trainer on October 23, 2026.

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