Comparison

Wilco vs Pilotflows

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

Head to head
About

Wilco

Features
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**Wilco – Pilot Logbook** is the all-in-one digital flight logbook designed by pilots, for pilots. Whether you are a student pilot logging your first flights, a private pilot tracking your progress, an instructor keeping endorsements, or an airline captain managing thousands of hours, Wilco makes flight logging accurate, secure, and effortless. With Wilco, you can log every flight, track your flight time, import rosters, calculate limits, and generate FAA/EASA-compliant reports β€” all in one app. No more spreadsheets. No more double entries. Just a smart pilot logbook that works the way you do. --- **Why Wilco is the Smarter Pilot Logbook** - Automatic flight time calculations, including night flights, IFR/VFR, approaches and landings - FAA & EASA compliant exports to professional PDF or Excel formats - Airline roster import that saves time and eliminates manual entry - Roster Sharing with Friends - Secure cloud sync and backup so your logbook is always safe and available on every device - Crew sharing that removes the need for duplicate entries - Detailed statistics and totals for flight hours by aircraft type, role, day/night, PIC/SIC, IFR/VFR, and more - Airport insights and interactive map that show where you have flown - Customizable fields for student training, instructor endorsements, airline currency, or military records --- **Built for Every Type of Pilot** - Student Pilots – log flights for PPL, CPL, ATPL, and LAPL; track training progress; ensure hours are calculated correctly for exams and checkrides - Private Pilots – keep a clean, accurate digital logbook with night flight calculations, VFR/IFR separation, and endorsements - Airline Pilots – import rosters and generate professional reports for job applications or authority checks - Flight Instructors (CFI/FI) – log dual given, received and endorsements - Commercial and Military Pilots – manage high-volume operations, multi-crew flights, and compliance with FAA/EASA regulations --- **Key Features of Wilco – Pilot Logbook** - Smart logbook with intuitive design - Pro-level flight time tracking and limit calculations - Airline roster import with auto-fill - Secure cloud backup and sync across devices - Crew sharing to avoid double entries - Built-in tools for planning and operations - Airport insights and flight map - FAA/EASA compliant export to PDF and Excel - Supports night flight, IFR/VFR, endorsements, medicals, certificates, and currencies --- **Accurate. Secure. Effortless.** Wilco uses advanced algorithms to ensure accurate flight time calculations. Every takeoff, landing and approach is logged correctly. With secure cloud sync, your logbook is always safe, backed up, and available across all your devices. We know pilots depend on their logbooks for licenses, jobs, and compliance. That is why Wilco puts accuracy, reliability, and security first. --- **Global and Compliant** Wilco is built for pilots worldwide. Whether you fly under FAA, EASA, or other authorities, your logbook exports are ready for checks, interviews. The app supports all major licenses and ratings: PPL, CPL, ATPL, LAPL, IR, FI, CFI. **Why Pilots Choose Wilco** - Trusted digital flight logbook alternative to paper or spreadsheets - Designed with feedback from airline captains, instructors, and student pilots - Covers everything from student pilot training flights to airline schedules - Saves time with roster import, auto calculations, and crew sharing - Always compliant with the latest FAA and EASA standards Wilco Logbook is free with full functionality for up to 100 logged hours (300h for eligible students) or 60 days for "airline" functionality. After this threshold, an auto-renewable subscription is required. Subscription options: β€’ Monthly Subscription Wilco – renews every month β€’ Yearly Subscription Wilco – renews every year Privacy Policy: https://wilco.technology/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Pilotflows

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Pilotflows is a modern aviation logbook built for pilots, student pilots, skydivers, and flight schools who want a structured, reliable, and easy way to manage their flying history and qualifications in one place. It replaces paper logbooks and scattered spreadsheets with a centralized digital system designed around real pilot workflowsβ€”fast to use, precise in detail, and suitable for both casual flying and professional training environments. Key features include: β€’ Flight logging with detailed entry structure (aircraft, route, conditions, roles, flight time breakdowns, remarks) β€’ Fast input flow designed for cockpit-adjacent or post-flight logging β€’ Automatic totals and flight hour calculations across categories β€’ Currency and recency tracking to stay compliant and current β€’ Personal aviation profile with complete flight history overview β€’ Offline mode so flights can be logged without connectivity and synced later Pilotflows also acts as a complete record system for your aviation credentials: β€’ Storage of licenses, ratings, and endorsements β€’ Tracking of certificate validity and expiry dates β€’ Secure document uploads for medical certificates, training records, and official documents β€’ Centralized view of all qualifications linked to your pilot profile For progression and insight, Pilotflows provides clear visibility into your flying experience: β€’ Breakdown of hours by aircraft type, role, and conditions β€’ Progress tracking over time for training and personal development β€’ Clean summaries that help you understand your overall flight experience at a glance The system is designed to support different types of users: β€’ Private pilots managing personal flight history β€’ Student pilots tracking training progress toward licenses β€’ Commercial pilots maintaining ongoing currency and documentation β€’ Skydivers logging jumps and operational experience β€’ Flight schools structuring student records and training progression Pilotflows focuses on accuracy, clarity, and long-term reliability. Every feature is designed to reduce administrative overhead and give pilots a clear, complete, and always up-to-date view of their aviation journey. Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Wilco4 screens
Pilotflows4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pilotflows at every 2 days against Wilco's every 8 days. Wilco's advantage is iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Wilco sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Pilotflows sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wilco ships an update every 8 days, Pilotflows every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Wilco versus Pilotflows: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWilcoPilotflows
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 β€” better18.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size75 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBartlomiej Tomasz WozniakPilotflows

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Wilco

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription Wilco$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription Wilco$39.991 Year
One-time4
  • 300 ADSB Credits$4.99
  • 1000 ADSB Credits$12.99
  • 3.500 ADSB Credits$39.99
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  • 5.000 ADSB Credits$49.99
2 purchases

Pilotflows

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Pro (Yearly)$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Wilco free?
Wilco is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pilotflows free?
Pilotflows is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Wilco or Pilotflows have ads?
Neither Wilco nor Pilotflows shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wilco or Pilotflows?
Wilco ships an update every 8 days, and Pilotflows every 2 days. Most recently, Wilco was updated on October 19, 2026 and Pilotflows on October 17, 2026.

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