# iFly EFB vs FlyQ+ EFB

The clearest difference is rating: iFly EFB at 4.7 against FlyQ+ EFB's 4.1. iFly EFB also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 72%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). FlyQ+ EFB's advantage is chart position (#184 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iFly EFB sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and FlyQ+ EFB sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iFly EFB holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 353 and 892 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of iFly EFB's written reviews are positive against 72% of FlyQ+ EFB's.

iFly EFB ships an update every 3 weeks, FlyQ+ EFB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iFly EFB | FlyQ+ EFB |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (353 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifly-efb/id655202847/reviews)** | [4.1 (892 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 353 | **892** |
| Positive reviews | **89.9% of reviews** | 71.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#184** |
| Size | 107 MB | 494 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adventure Pilot, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/655202870) | [Seattle Avionics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/488201923) |

## What reviewers say

### iFly EFB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifly-efb/id655202847)

This app provides pilots with essential flight information in an easy-to-use format for both VFR and IFR flying. It offers advanced navigation features, real-time weather, and safety alerts to enhance situational awareness and simplify flight planning.

**Highlights:** Geo-Reference Approach Plates & Airport Diagrams, 3D Synthetic Vision / EFIS Mode, Terrain, Obstructions, Traffic, Airspace Alerts, ADS-B Support, AutoTaxi+ for Safe Taxing, RealView Airport Imagery, Complete VFR & IFR Databases and Charts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iPad Add-On Subscription (1 Year) | $24.99 | one-time |
| IFR iPad Subscription Upgrade (1 Year) | $49.99 | one-time |
| VFR iPad Subscription (1 Year) | $79.99 | one-time |
| Base VFR Subscription | $94.99 | one-time |
| VFR/MP Subscription | $124.99 | one-time |
| VFR+IFR iPad Subscription (1 Year) | $129.99 | one-time |
| VFR/IFR Subscription | $149.99 | one-time |
| VFR/IFR/MP Subscription | $179.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Extremely intuitive and easy to use interface
- 💰 Very affordable pricing compared to competitors
- 🎨 Highly customizable instrument layouts and display
- 📊 Excellent flight planning capabilities
- 🗺️ Clear, sharp, high-resolution maps and charts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App occasionally locks up and requires restart
- 📍 Inaccurate and outdated FBO information
- 🗺️ Limited international/Canadian map coverage
- 🎨 Dated user interface design (1990s aesthetic)
- 📡 GPS connectivity issues on iPad iOS 18+

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when navigating between menus
- Settings not saved after app lock
- GPS weak signal and satellite lock issues on iOS 18+
- Terrain loading delays during scrolling
- Compatibility issues with some external GPS devices (Dual 150)

**Requested features**

- Logbook functionality
- Sunset/sunrise times display
- One-button night mode
- Annotation tools for approach plates
- Scratch pad for ATC notes


### FlyQ+ EFB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This aviation app simplifies flying with integrated features like a glide ring, graphical weather, and a detailed global map. It offers advanced weather analysis, augmented reality situational awareness, and wireless data transfer to certified avionics. Track flights, analyze performance, and receive GPS anomaly detection for enhanced safety.

**Highlights:** Global Digital Map with adjustable detail, 4D Predictive Weather analysis, Augmented Reality (AR) situational awareness, Wireless data transfer to certified avionics, Visual Logbook and Post Flight Playback, NaviGuard GPS anomaly detection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US IFR 1 month upgrade | $8.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 2 month upgrade | $17.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 3 month upgrade | $24.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 4 month upgrade | $34.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 5 month upgrade | $44.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 6 month upgrade | $49.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 7 month upgrade | $59.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 8 month upgrade | $69.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 9 month upgrade | $79.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 10 month upgrade | $89.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 11 month upgrade | $99.99 | one-time |
| US VFR 12 month subscription | $99.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 12 month upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 13 month upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| US VFR and IFR 12 month subscription | $199.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iFly EFB free?

iFly EFB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FlyQ+ EFB free?

FlyQ+ EFB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iFly EFB or FlyQ+ EFB?

iFly EFB is rated higher. iFly EFB averages 4.7 out of 5 from 353 ratings, while FlyQ+ EFB averages 4.1 from 892 ratings.

### Do iFly EFB or FlyQ+ EFB have ads?

Neither iFly EFB nor FlyQ+ EFB shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iFly EFB or FlyQ+ EFB?

iFly EFB ships an update every 3 weeks, and FlyQ+ EFB every 2 months. Most recently, iFly EFB was updated on September 25, 2026 and FlyQ+ EFB on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
