Comparison

Infinite Pilot Logbook vs Crew Buddy

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

Head to head
About

Infinite Pilot Logbook

Features
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Your complete digital pilot logbook — built by pilots, for pilots. Infinite Pilot Logbook gives you control of your flying records with detailed entries, intelligent automation, powerful analytics and professional reports. Use it online or offline, then synchronize your data across devices. LOG EVERY DETAIL • Record flights, simulator sessions, duties and other activity • Manage aircraft, aircraft types, crew, places and certificates • Calculate night time and other values from your preferences • Add electronic signatures UNDERSTAND YOUR EXPERIENCE • Build a customizable Dashboard with maps, values, distributions, currency and limits • Filter by aircraft, type, people, places, countries and flight properties • Explore interactive fullscreen charts and the entries behind each result • Create reusable time periods and measurable goals IMPORT YOUR HISTORY • Import from supported pilot-logbook apps and airline exports • Use a custom CSV when you need your own mapping • Review unknown or ambiguous data before confirming STAY CURRENT • Track certificates, ratings, medicals and their history • Connect checks and renewals with logbook activity • Receive local reminders before eligible expirations EXPORT AND SHARE • Generate EASA Jeppesen, French, FAA Jeppesen and UK CAP407 PDF logbooks • Add an optional first page with the IPL logo, pilot details and report period • Save, print or share reports MAP YOUR FLYING • See routes and destinations on an interactive map • Keep an updated database of airports and custom places Fly smarter. Log better. Stay current. Learn more at www.infinitepilotlogbook.com End-User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Use: https://app.infinitepilotlogbook.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://app.infinitepilotlogbook.com/privacy-policy

About

Crew Buddy

Features
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CrewBuddy is the all-in-one app for KLM KLC and Transavia airline crew members. Whether you're a captain, first officer, or cabin crew — manage your schedule, track flights in real time, and stay connected with your crew, all from one app. ROSTER & SCHEDULE • Sync your roster automatically via CrewBids, ICS calendar link, Netline PDF, or CRP upload • View your schedule in week or month calendar views with color-coded activities • See today's flights at a glance on the home dashboard with interactive route map • Works offline — your cached schedule is always available, even without internet LIVE FLIGHT TRACKING • Real-time flight status on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island via Live Activities • Gate and stand assignment updates as they happen • Taxi-to-airport Live Activity with ETA countdown EASA FDP & DUTY CALCULATOR • Real-time Flight Duty Period calculation following EASA FTL rules • Supports augmented crew (3-pilot and 4-pilot operations) • Company extension and captain's discretion toggles with usage tracking • Rest period compliance checks and 14/28-day cumulative duty monitoring • Delay impact simulation — see how delays affect your FDP limits WEATHER & RUNWAY INFO • Live METAR and TAF for departure and arrival airports • Decoded and raw weather views • ATIS display for departure and arrival • Visual runway diagram with crosswind and headwind components per runway • Forecast timeline showing projected wind components from TAF periods CREW CHAT • Automatic crew chats created for every flight • Private messaging and group chats with friends • Real-time notifications so you never miss a message CREW REST COORDINATOR (KLM) • Schedule crew rest rotations on long-haul flights • Peer-to-peer sync between crew devices — works without internet • Wake-up alarm on the Lock Screen via Live Activity • Visual rest timeline showing all rotation slots FRIENDS & ROSTER COMPARISON • Connect with fellow crew members and view their profiles • Compare your roster side-by-side with friends' schedules • See where your friends are flying right now EXPLORE DESTINATIONS • Crew-curated restaurant and attraction guides for layover cities • Filter by cuisine, price, dietary options, and more • Map view with detailed listings, reviews, and opening hours • Submit your own recommendations for fellow crew ACTIVITIES • Organize and join activities at layover destinations • Categories include sports, dining, culture, and sightseeing • Built-in expense tracking and bill splitting for group activities FINANCIAL TOOLS • Scan receipts with AI-powered extraction • Split bills equally, by item, or with custom amounts • Track who owes what and settle debts with crew • Automatic per diem / allowance calculation based on your schedule • Live currency conversion LOGBOOK EXPORT • Export flights to PilotLog, LogTenPro, Logger, or Jetlog • Auto-export option for new flights OPEN FLIGHTS & CHRONOS ICA (KLM) • Browse available open ICA flights with advanced filtering • Visual timeline view spanning weeks and months • RD/RV calculations at your FTE percentage • Filter by aircraft type, role, destination, and area MORE FEATURES • Face ID / Touch ID app lock • Home screen and Lock Screen widgets • Light and dark mode • Customizable time display (device, UTC, Amsterdam, or airport local) Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download CrewBuddy and make every duty a little easier.

Screenshots

Infinite Pilot Logbook4 screens
Crew Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crew Buddy at none against Infinite Pilot Logbook's 2. Crew Buddy also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Infinite Pilot Logbook's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Infinite Pilot Logbook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Crew Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Infinite Pilot Logbook ships an update every 3 months, Crew Buddy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Infinite Pilot Logbook versus Crew Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInfinite Pilot LogbookCrew Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB140 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppiFowMax van Bruinessen

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Infinite Pilot Logbook

Subscriptions2
  • Infinite Early Bird (1 Month)$2.991 Month
  • Infinite Early Bird (1 Year)$19.991 Year
None

Crew Buddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Infinite Pilot Logbook free?
Infinite Pilot Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crew Buddy free?
Crew Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Infinite Pilot Logbook or Crew Buddy have ads?
Neither Infinite Pilot Logbook nor Crew Buddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Infinite Pilot Logbook or Crew Buddy?
Infinite Pilot Logbook ships an update every 3 months, and Crew Buddy every 3 weeks. Most recently, Infinite Pilot Logbook was updated on October 27, 2026 and Crew Buddy on October 30, 2026.

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