Comparison

A320 CBT vs Airline Pilot Test Prep

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

Head to head
About

A320 CBT

A flight simulator designed to improve unstable approach prevention for A320 series pilots. Features interactive lessons, free flight mode, and realistic physics for a comprehensive training experience.

Highlights
  • Unstable approach prevention
  • Interactive lessons
  • Free flight mode
  • Realistic physics engine
  • High-quality vector graphics
  • Autopilot control
Features
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A link to the manual is in Menu - Settings - About. A320 CBT is a sophisticated flight simulator that is specifically designed to help prevent unstable approaches. It is an excellent tool for both instructors and pilots new to the A320 series aircraft. It supports both the A320, A321, and the NEO. This app is entirely created by an active A320 Captain and the author of the book "Practical Descent Energy Management". A320 CBT is a unique, first-ever flight simulator that features interactive lessons as well as a free flight mode. Several predefined scenarios are included that help you save time setting up high energy situations. You can also save the current state of flight to create custom situations. All phases of flight are supported, from take off, landing, to go-around. It also supports ILS, VOR, and RNP approaches. The ILS signal bends realistically outside of its normal range, simulating real-world behavior. If features a novel proprietary physics engine that uses very little hardware resources while at the same time providing a realistic flight experience. A revolutionary vector graphics engine made by Rive, provides super sharp, high quality graphics. It supports lossless zooming, making it suitable to run on small screen devices without blurred graphics when zoomed in. The intuitive interface allows you to easily control the Autopilot via the FCU buttons. Both cold weather and incorrect QNH situations are supported. The runway elevation can be changed to easily create different high airfield scenarios. Disclaimer: this is not an official training tool. System, performance, and SOP errors can occur. Always follow aircraft manufacturer and company manuals. App Restrictions A320 CBT is not an official training tool. System, performance, and SOP inconsistencies can occur. The app is not intended to be an FMS trainer. The FMS (MCDU) simulation is very limited. The app focusses on accurate FCU, FMA, and performance simulation instead. No NAV database is supported. Fictitious airports, SID, and STARs are used. Only one SID is available. Only two STARs are available. Only one airport is available for departure and two for arrival. Flight from A to B (or return to departure airfield) is not possible. The scenery is night time and point light based only. Only one point light scenery area is available. Unusual attitudes are not supported. The altitude tape is limited to FL 405. Negative altitudes are not supported. Lesson state save is only partially supported. The app is not certified for official training use. The app cannot be used while in a real cockpit. Real aircraft warning sounds are used. Manual flight is designed for instrument scan practice, not for handling skills. Manual thrust is not available. Joystick and game pad is not supported. Only ND ARC mode is supported. Only ND CSTR selection is available. ADF/NDB is not supported. EPR gauges are not supported, only N1 is supported. Viewing the airplane from the outside is not supported. 3D cockpit is not supported, only some 2D panels are supported.

About

Airline Pilot Test Prep

Features
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Stay sharp and confident in the cockpit with Airline Pilot Test Prep—the ultimate training companion for commercial airline pilots. - Technical multiple-choice questions for Airbus A320 and Boeing B737, and more aircraft types - Covers systems, procedures, memory items, limitations, and fun aviation challenges - Test your skills with hundreds of multiple-choice challenges, each carefully crafted to reflect real-world aviation scenarios. - Instant explanations sourced from official documents - Progress tracking, achievements, and competitive leaderboards - Enjoy new challenges, contests, and features added regularly to keep your knowledge fresh. - Make learning enjoyable with interactive challenges, rewards, and a supportive community. - Train anytime, anywhere—perfect for on-the-go preparation and quick study sessions. Join a global community of professional pilots and keep your knowledge up to date!

Screenshots

A320 CBT2 screens
Airline Pilot Test Prep3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Airline Pilot Test Prep at 13.0 against A320 CBT's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. A320 CBT sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Airline Pilot Test Prep sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A320 CBT ships an update fortnightly, Airline Pilot Test Prep every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
A320 CBT versus Airline Pilot Test Prep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA320 CBTAirline Pilot Test Prep
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTjeerd SchoutenManina Connect SL

In-app purchases

5 purchases

A320 CBT

One-time5
  • Unlock unlimited save files$0.99
  • Unlock Normal Ops 3D$9.99
  • Basic Package$9.99
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  • Unlock ECAM Failures$39.99
  • Unlock everything$49.99
8 purchases

Airline Pilot Test Prep

One-time8
  • Small Pack (100 Energy)$1.99
  • Medium Pack (300 Energy)$3.99
  • Airbus A320 Family$8.99
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  • Boeing 737 NG/MAX$8.99
  • Large Pack (700 Energy)$8.99
  • Extra Large Pack (1500 Energy)$12.99
  • Massive Pack (3200 Energy)$22.99
  • Enormous Pack (10000 Energy)$44.99

Questions

Is A320 CBT free?
A320 CBT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Airline Pilot Test Prep free?
Airline Pilot Test Prep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do A320 CBT or Airline Pilot Test Prep have ads?
Neither A320 CBT nor Airline Pilot Test Prep shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A320 CBT or Airline Pilot Test Prep?
A320 CBT ships an update fortnightly, and Airline Pilot Test Prep every 3 weeks. Most recently, A320 CBT was updated on October 30, 2026 and Airline Pilot Test Prep on October 28, 2026.

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