Pass the Written vs ATC Training
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pass the Written
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Pass the Written is a modern, easy-to-use FAA test preparation platform which can prepare you to ace the Private, Instrument, Commercial, Airline Transport Pilot, or Remote Pilot written test, among many others. It shows you the latest test questions with precise wording of questions and answers so you can be completely prepared to take the real test. The Pass the Written platform includes both a study mode to gain exposure to all questions as well as a simulated practice test mode to ensure you are scoring high enough to go take the real exam. This app requires an existing paid Pass the Written account in order to view or utilize any of the app's content.
ATC Training
Master essential radio communications for pilots with interactive lessons and realistic scenarios. Practice VFR and IFR procedures, learn correct phraseology, and track your progress. Ideal for all pilot levels seeking to enhance their air traffic control interactions.
- VFR communication training
- IFR clearance practice (CRAFT)
- Realistic ATC phraseology
- Interactive radio scenarios
- Progress tracking
- Emergency procedure training
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Master ATC radio communications through interactive lessons and real-world scenarios, from first call to tower to full IFR clearances. Whether you're a student pilot building confidence on the radio or an experienced pilot sharpening your phraseology, ATC Training gives you a structured environment to practice at your own pace. What you'll practice: - VFR ground, tower, approach, and departure communications - IFR clearances using the CRAFT framework - Multi-facility cross-country scenarios - Emergency and urgency procedures - Realistic ATC phraseology used in actual operations How it works: - Listen to ATC instructions, then build your response - Tactile mode: tap reference elements in the correct order - Voice mode: speak your responses aloud (beta) - Three difficulty levels, from guided to audio-only challenge - Progress tracking across all modules Built for student pilots, CFIs, and rated pilots who want to stay sharp.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Pass the Written at Free against ATC Training's $2.99. Pass the Written also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On 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
Pass the Written is free to download; ATC Training costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Pass the Written | ATC Training |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.4 (30 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 85.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 30 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Test Pilot LLC | Justin Jones |
In-app purchases
Pass the Written
No in-app purchases
ATC Training
No in-app purchases
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