Comparison

B.B. Link Configurator vs Pilot Medical Tracker

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

Head to head
About

B.B. Link Configurator

Configure a Bluetooth adapter to connect your amateur radio to an iOS device. This enables data exchange with apps like RadioMail and aprs.fi using the radio's TNC as a packet modem.

Highlights
  • Configure B.B. Link Bluetooth adapter
  • Pair with Kenwood TH-D74/TH-D75 radios
  • Connect radio (Bluetooth Classic) to iOS (BLE)
  • Utilize radio's TNC as packet modem
  • Data exchange with amateur radio apps
Features
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This app configures the B.B. Link Bluetooth adapter for pairing with a Kenwood TH-D74 or TH-D75 radio. The adapter facilitates a connection between the radio, which uses Bluetooth Classic, and an iOS device via BLE. This connection allows apps like RadioMail, Packet Commander and aprs.fi to utilize the radio's built-in TNC as a packet modem for data exchange over amateur radio.

About

Pilot Medical Tracker

Effortlessly manage aviation medical requirements to stay current and compliant. Track appointments, medications, and store important documents securely. This app simplifies medical certificate management for pilots, ensuring you never miss a deadline.

Highlights
  • AME & Doctor Visit Tracking
  • Smart Reminders & Notifications
  • FAA Medication Checker
  • Secure Document Storage
  • Medication & Visit Log
  • Export & Share Medical History
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Full access to all features requires an auto-renewable subscription. There is no free tier or limited access upon download—this app provides complete functionality only with an active subscription. With your subscription, the Pilot Medical Tracker helps pilots stay current, legal, and in the skies with effortless tracking of aviation medical requirements. Never miss an AME visit, doctor appointment, or medication review again. Built specifically for pilots, this simple, secure app handles everything you need to manage your medical certificate and stay FAA-compliant without spreadsheets or forgotten reminders. Key features (all unlocked with subscription): • AME & Doctor Visit Tracking Log past and upcoming Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) exams, flight physicals, and doctor visits. View your full history timeline at a glance. • Smart Reminders & Notifications Get timely push reminders for AME renewals, follow-up appointments, medication reviews, and document expirations—so you stay ahead of deadlines and never risk a lapse. • FAA Medication Checker Quickly check common medications against FAA aeromedical guidelines. See status indicators based on current FAA resources. Always verify with your AME or official sources—this is a helpful reference tool, not official FAA advice. • Unlimited Secure Document Storage Store unlimited PDFs, images, and scans: medical certificates, FAA letters, doctor's notes, prescriptions, and more. Encrypted, offline access, and easy organization by category or date. • Medication & Visit Log Record medications with dosage, start/end dates, prescribing doctor, and notes. Track how long you've been on each med and any side effects—perfect for AME discussions. • Clean, Pilot-Focused Design Minimalist interface optimized for quick checks on the ramp or in the cockpit. • Export & Share Easily export your full medical history, visit logs, or documents as PDF for your AME, insurance, or personal records. Why pilots love it: Aviation medical compliance shouldn't be stressful. Pilot Medical Tracker replaces scattered notes, calendar alerts, and manual checklists with one reliable place to keep your medical current—so you can focus on flying. Important notes: This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice or official FAA guidance. Always consult your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) and refer to current FAA resources (faa.gov) for final decisions on medications and certification. The medication reference is for informational purposes only and is not an official FAA endorsement. Stay legal, stay safe, stay flying. TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS https://pilotametoolkit.com/terms & https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

B.B. Link Configurator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: B.B. Link Configurator at none against Pilot Medical Tracker's 2. B.B. Link Configurator also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1) and device support. Pilot Medical Tracker's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price and iOS requirement 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. Pilot Medical Tracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. B.B. Link Configurator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pilot Medical Tracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: B.B. Link Configurator has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
B.B. Link Configurator versus Pilot Medical Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterB.B. Link ConfiguratorPilot Medical Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIsland Magic Co.Dustin Benker

In-app purchases

None

B.B. Link Configurator

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Pilot Medical Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Annual$9.991 Year

Questions

Is B.B. Link Configurator free?
B.B. Link Configurator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pilot Medical Tracker free?
Pilot Medical Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, B.B. Link Configurator or Pilot Medical Tracker?
Pilot Medical Tracker is rated higher. B.B. Link Configurator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Pilot Medical Tracker averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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