FTLmate vs TrueAlt
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
FTLmate
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FTLmate helps crewmembers assess maximum duty times and minimum rest requirements according to EASA FTL rules, for cabin and flight crew, and TAP - SPAC rules, 2023 version. It can import rosters from TAP PDOV and store them for use in calculations. It is also able to calculate latest sector departure times to obtain a desired arrival time. It stores all calculations for future reference and makes sharing results easy in a text-based format. Other rules and import formats may be added at a later date. FTLmate is completely private and does not share your data with anyone. All calculations are done on-device and do not require an internet connection. An active subscription is required to use app functionalities. Free trial periods are available so you can try out the features before making a purchase. The app is not affiliated with any airline, authority or union. LEGAL INFORMATION: This app is subject to Apple's standard End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ The results provided by this app are for advisory purposes only and should not be relied upon for operational decision-making. FTLmate is not certified by, nor affiliated with, any aviation organisation, union, or regulatory body. Some simplifications were made during development, and consequently it may not calculate correctly in unforeseen edge cases, or due to unknown implementation mistakes. It may become outdated as a result of changes to regulatory texts which are not yet reflected in the app. Users are strongly advised to verify all calculations with official sources or consult with qualified professionals before taking any action.
TrueAlt
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TrueAlt uses the methods described by the ICAO Doc 8168 to calculate the altimeter corrections required when flying in very cold temperatures below the International Standard Atmosphere Temperatures. The App menus and submenus are straight forward, designed for versatility and fast operation. Please feel free to comment it and any suggestions to improve it will be appreciated.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: FTLmate at Free against TrueAlt's $4.99. FTLmate also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). TrueAlt's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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FTLmate is free to download; TrueAlt costs $4.99 up front. FTLmate sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TrueAlt asks for nothing beyond the download.
FTLmate ships an update every 2 weeks, TrueAlt every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FTLmate | TrueAlt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free โ better | $4.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks โ better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad โ better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.4 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Joao Boavida | Gonzalo Adolfo Garcia Held |
In-app purchases
FTLmate
- Full access 1 month7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Full access7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Full access 1 month7 Days trial$2.991 Month
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- Full access 3 months14 Days trial$3.993 Months
- Full access14 Days trial$3.993 Months
- Full access 3 months14 Days trial$4.993 Months
- Full access 1 year1 Month trial$9.991 Year
- Full access 1 year1 Month trial$12.991 Year
- Full access 1 year1 Month trial$14.991 Year
TrueAlt
No in-app purchases
