# Instrument Pilot Checkride vs Boldmethod

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Boldmethod at 97% against Instrument Pilot Checkride's 0%. Boldmethod also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and rating (4.9 vs 2.4). Instrument Pilot Checkride's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ads (none vs shown). On iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Boldmethod is free to download; Instrument Pilot Checkride costs $9.99 up front. Boldmethod sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Instrument Pilot Checkride asks for nothing beyond the download.

Boldmethod holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boldmethod has 980 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Instrument Pilot Checkride's written reviews are positive against 97% of Boldmethod's.

Instrument Pilot Checkride ships an update every 25 months, Boldmethod every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Instrument Pilot Checkride | Boldmethod |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.4 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instrument-pilot-checkride/id620979543/reviews) | **[4.9 (980 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boldmethod/id1507847293/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **980** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **97.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#181** | — |
| Size | 9 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/334278379) | [BoldMethod, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/986988759) |

## What reviewers say

### Instrument Pilot Checkride

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instrument-pilot-checkride/id620979543)

**Currently charting:** #181 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

This app prepares aspiring pilots for their instrument rating practical exam by providing over 700 likely examiner questions and succinct answers. It covers all essential topics, follows Airman Certification Standards, and helps identify knowledge gaps for efficient study.

**Highlights:** Over 700 questions and answers, Covers all instrument rating topics, Based on Airman Certification Standards, Flag questions for further study, Includes CFII specific chapter, Researched using FAA documents

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Boldmethod

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boldmethod/id1507847293)

Enhance your aviation knowledge with extensive video training and online courses. Practice with quizzes and master essential piloting skills like takeoffs, landings, airspace navigation, and weather interpretation. Prepare for checkrides and improve your flying proficiency.

**Highlights:** Extensive video training library, Online aviation courses, Pilot knowledge quizzes, Master takeoffs and landings, National Airspace System training, Aviation weather interpretation, VFR charts and publications

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aviation Weather Products | $19.99 | one-time |
| National Airspace System | $19.99 | one-time |
| VFR Charts | $19.99 | one-time |
| National Airspace System | $24.99 | one-time |
| Aviation Weather Products | $24.99 | one-time |
| VFR Charts and Publications | $24.99 | one-time |
| Mastering Takeoffs & Landings | $139.99 | one-time |
| Mountain Weather | $299.99 | one-time |
| Instrument Procedures | $499.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great training with visual aids
- 👍 Thorough and logically presented
- 👍 Easy to understand and engaging instruction
- 👍 Comprehensive and full of practical advice
- 👍 Exceptional quality and polished presentation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of explanation for wrong answers in quizzes
- 🐛 Occasional crashing or freezing issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing or freezing issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices

**Requested features**

- Provide explanations for incorrect answers in quizzes
- Improve navigation and progress tracking through courses


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Instrument Pilot Checkride free?

Instrument Pilot Checkride costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Boldmethod free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Instrument Pilot Checkride or Boldmethod?

Boldmethod is rated higher. Instrument Pilot Checkride averages 2.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Boldmethod averages 4.9 from 980 ratings.

### Do Instrument Pilot Checkride or Boldmethod have ads?

Boldmethod shows ads; Instrument Pilot Checkride does not.

### Which is updated more often, Instrument Pilot Checkride or Boldmethod?

Instrument Pilot Checkride ships an update every 25 months, and Boldmethod every 3 weeks. Most recently, Instrument Pilot Checkride was updated on October 24, 2026 and Boldmethod on October 24, 2026.

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