Comparison

Cost Index vs E

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

Head to head
About

Cost Index

This app helps airline and corporate aircraft operators achieve significant operational savings by calculating the optimum cruise speed for flights based on pilot-inputted conditions and aircraft-specific data. It offers advanced features for cost, fuel, and time optimization, including level change analysis and turbulence margin adjustments.

Highlights
  • Optimum cruise speed calculation
  • Customizable operational data display
  • Minimum fuel burn speed for long range
  • Turbulence margin adjustment
  • Level change analysis for climb/descent decisions
  • Automated data updates
Features
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Cost Index is an app designed and developed by airline pilots, for airline and corporate aircraft operators. It enables, and has been proven to achieve, significant operational savings. Cruise flight conditions are input by the pilot, then complex algorithms calculate an exact cruise speed which will result in the minimum possible cost for a flight. i.e the optimum cost. Calculations are performed using a tailored aircraft specific data model and customer specific operational costs. Pilots can vary flight level, wind, temperature, weight, and sector cruise distance to find the optimum indicated airspeed and/or mach number. Time difference between optimum cruise speed and minimum time speed can be displayed. Pilots can modify the optimum speed either directly or by decreasing/increasing the time difference. This functionality allows a speed to be selected that will achieve an on-time arrival should this be an overriding factor in the operation. Information displayed on the "Cruise Speed" and "Detail" pages can be customised for the operator. There are over 150 parameters that can be displayed on either of these pages, which can be constructed so that crew do not see any sensitive operational data. As an operational planning/costing tool, all parameters can be made available within the administrator account. For sector lengths approaching the maximum operating range of the aircraft type, a speed for minimum fuel burn is calculated. This speed is better than long range cruise as it takes into account the wind component. When the app detects buffet margin data, a turbulence button is displayed that increases the buffet margin from 1.3g to 1.6g if selected ON. "Level Change" provides unique functionality to aid crew when deciding whether to climb or descend for operational reasons such as turbulence or strong headwinds. There are two features. The first displays the difference in total costs, fuel burn and time, for each flight level when compared to the selected flight level (all other variables the same). The second feature displays the wind required at each level to break even with total cost when compared to the selected level. The flight level with optimum total cost, which is usually the highest achievable level, is highlighted in black with green text. "Downloads" gives the ability to force data updates, although the app will attempt to update it's operational data once it becomes 24 hours old. The number of days since the last update is displayed on the "Downloads" tab badge and also the app icon badge to remind pilots to update the data whilst on the ground. The page has a message area which can display text entered by the administrator. It could be used to promote a flight efficiency programme by giving crews feedback / updates on real savings achieved and tips on new efficient operating techniques. The "Settings" tab is only available to administrator accounts. Its use is for updating operating costs but also includes some customisation functionality. For demonstration purposes, the app has four downloadable sample data sets which contain fictitious data. The following devices are supported: iPad, iPad Retina, iPhone, iPhone Retina 3.5-inch, iPhone Retina 4-inch and iPod Touch. To setup an account for your operational fleet, please contact Flight Efficiency Limited. For more information email: help@flightefficiency.co.uk

About

E

This pilot training tool offers a comprehensive knowledge base for E-JET aircraft systems and procedures, based on official manuals. It features interactive diagrams, extensive question banks, and a fast search engine to help pilots stay current and improve their skills.

Highlights
  • Interactive electrical diagram
  • Extensive question banks with explanations
  • Fast search engine for definitions and abbreviations
  • Virtual interactive panel with system pages
  • Unit fast converter
  • Dark mode enabled
Features
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Only a limited amount of content is available in the E-JETS Lite app. To unlock all tests and gain access to advanced features, please upgrade to E-JETS Pro in the App Store. ------------------------------------ EJET Training Guide – The Ultimate Pilot Training Tool The EJET Training Guide app is a comprehensive knowledge database, built by pilots, for pilots. Whether you're beginning your E-JET training or striving to stay current, this app provides everything you need to become a better E-JET pilot — all in one powerful tool. All the information is based on the official EJETS Airplane Operations Manual (AOM), ensuring accuracy and the latest updates for every system and procedure. Key Features: --- Interactive EJET Electrical Diagram (iPad Version Only). Explore and understand the EJET electrical system like never before. This unique modeling tool enables you to manipulate switches and analyze results visually, making complex systems easier to understand and master. --- Extensive Question Banks: 1768 Questions with detailed answer explanations (E170/175/190). 650 Images for better visual understanding. 1400 References & Explanations to deepen your knowledge. --- Fast Search Engine: 510 Definitions 2000+ FAA Abbreviations 700+ Jeppesen Abbreviations 330 EICAS Messages Limitations & Memory Items for EMB-170/175 and EMB-190 (Edit – Add – Delete) AOM Full database information (Built-in Search Engine NEW VERSION 7.0) --- Virtual Interactive Panel: High-definition panels with 1,250 interactive buttons and components, featuring over 250 virtual system pages – now enhanced with full AOM descriptions in Version 7.0. Advanced System Coverage: 3600+ MCDU Screens (LOAD 2.7 / 2.8) 550+ FMS Buttons --- Unit Fast Converter: Quickly convert weight, speed, temperature, pressure, and distance. --- Dark Mode enabled.. --- TRAINING Topics Included: E-190-175 Database Full Test with 1787 Questions covering every topic. Detailed categories: Air System, Electrical, Engines, Fuel, Hydraulics, Gear & Brakes, Ice Protection, Warning, FMS, SOP, and more. --- Powerful Search Tool Quickly search through 3000+ definitions, limitations, memory items, and component images with a single tap. Perfect for instant answers during study sessions or practice tests. ------------------------------------------ Why Choose EJET Training Guide? - Thousands of questions, images, and explanations in one place. - Build confidence with realistic tests and interactive tools. - Keep your knowledge current and accurate, backed by direct AOM references. - Designed for pilots at all stages, from beginners to experienced professionals. Whether you're preparing for your initial EJET training or keeping your skills sharp, the EJET Training Guide is the most complete and reliable app available.

Screenshots

Cost Index4 screens
E4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cost Index at 5.0 against E's 3.3. Cost Index also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). E's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 16 months) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cost Index holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cost Index ships an update every 16 months, E every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Cost Index versus E: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCost IndexE
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.3 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB536 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlight Efficiency LimitedJorge Gonzalez Galvan

Customer experience

Cost Index

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

E

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Cost Index

No in-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cost Index free?
Cost Index is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cost Index or E?
Cost Index is rated higher. Cost Index averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while E averages 3.3 from 4 ratings.
Do Cost Index or E have ads?
Neither Cost Index nor E shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cost Index or E?
Cost Index ships an update every 16 months, and E every 4 months. Most recently, Cost Index was updated on October 6, 2026 and E on October 12, 2026.

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