1200.aero vs NAC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
1200.aero
This app enables airports and FBOs to monitor aircraft towing in real-time, calculate towing expenses, capture pre-tow images, and view aircraft parking locations on maps. It is designed for minimal user input and supports offline functionality.
- Real-time towing operation tracking
- Quantify total towing expenses
- Capture pre-tow pictures
- View actual parking positions on maps
- Minimal user input required
- Offline operation support
Read full descriptionHide full description
1200.aero's mobile app helps airports and FBOs track towing operations in real time, quantify total spent towing aircraft, take pre-tow pictures, and see actual parking positions in our maps. The app requires minimal user input and allows for offline operation.
NAC
Read full descriptionHide full description
Terms of Service: https://airportnac.com/terms-and-conditions/ EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ NAC-Dynamic Friction Decelerometer (NAC-DFD®) The NAC-DFD® is an electronic friction testing device designed for airport runways. This 3-axis mobile iOS™ application enables airport operators to "spot-check" contaminated surfaces during winter runway operations. Key Features: Accurate Measurements: Records vehicle braking values by measuring the "g" force or lock-wheel braking action during qualified tests. Automated Reporting: Automatically generates final reports segmented into runway thirds: "touchdown," "midfield," and "rollout." Comprehensive Data Recording: Captures all necessary data, including time, date, operator, and assigned user ID. Versatile Contaminant Selection: Allows operators to choose from 14 different contaminant types for reporting runway conditions during winter operations. Easy Data Export: Supports exporting results using the standard print function. Additional Information: The NAC-DFD® assists airport operators in assessing the effectiveness of friction-enhancing treatments by indicating trends in runway friction levels. It is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, as listed in Advisory Circular 150/5200-30C, Appendix 3. Note: For continued testing, a subscription is required.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 1200.aero at none against NAC's 1. NAC's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. NAC sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $199.00 per year. 1200.aero asks for nothing beyond the download.
1200.aero ships an update every 3 weeks, NAC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 1200.aero | NAC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 1200.aero | Neubert Aero Corp |
In-app purchases
1200.aero
No in-app purchases
NAC
- U.S. Region$199.001 Year









