HOTs. vs Aerolog EFB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HOTs.
This aviation tool provides pilots with critical operational data and real-time hazard monitoring. Visualize global weather and turbulence reports on an interactive 3D globe for enhanced situational awareness.
- Real-time hazard monitoring
- Interactive 3D globe visualization
- SIGMETs, PIREPs, AIREPs
- Turbulence reports
- High-level hazard overlays
- Pilot-focused interface
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HOTs is an operational flight intelligence platform built for professional pilots. Originally designed as a winter operations holdover calculator, HOTs has evolved into a comprehensive aviation hazard and situational awareness tool — delivering critical operational data in a clean, pilot-focused interface. Monitor aviation hazards worldwide through an interactive 3D globe: • SIGMETs • PIREPs • AIREPs • Turbulence reports • High-level hazard overlays See threats at cruise levels, oceanic routes, and continental airspace in real time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://lagary.com/one/privacy-policy.html
Aerolog EFB
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Aerolog EFB is the briefing room in your bag. Built by a pilot for pilots: import your OFP, see live weather and NOTAMs, decode D-ATIS, use pilot tools, and keep your logbook — all in one professional iOS app. SUBSCRIPTION Aerolog EFB Premium unlocks full access to all features, with a 7-day free trial. Choose your plan: • Monthly — $9.99/month USD • Yearly — $99.99/year USD (best value, save 17% vs monthly) • Free trial: 7 days, then your selected plan price • The free trial applies once per Apple ID across all plans • Cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions • Auto-renews until cancelled (monthly or yearly, based on your plan) • Renewal occurs within 24 hours before the period ends • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation PRIVACY Aerolog EFB does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/aerologefb/Aerolog-Efb/blob/main/PRIVACY_POLICY.md Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Aerolog EFB at every 2 days against HOTs.'s every 5 days. HOTs.'s advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. HOTs. sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and Aerolog EFB sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
HOTs. ships an update every 5 days, Aerolog EFB every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HOTs. | Aerolog EFB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lagary Systems, Inc | Pidintala Navneet Kumar Reddy |
In-app purchases
HOTs.
- HOTs Full Access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
Aerolog EFB
- AeroLog Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Aerolog Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
