Takeoff Comms vs Readback
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Takeoff Comms
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Takeoff Comms helps new pilots learn the essential radio calls for taking off on their first VFR flight. Learn the radio check, taxiing, runway departing, crosswind, and airport departing communications effortlessly! Key Features: -Exact phrases to use when communicating over the radio -Detailed diagrams of scenarios with their corresponding calls -Voiceover recordings of the calls to serve as examples -A dropdown to select between 6 different tail numbers Use Takeoff Comms to ace your flight lessons today!
Readback
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Master the ICAO phonetic alphabet and aviation radio communications with a fast-paced ATC training arcade. Designed for student pilots, aviation enthusiasts, flight simmers, and radio operators, Readback transforms standard phonetic charts into an engaging, practical listening drill. TRAIN YOUR EAR ON THE FREQUENCY Step into the cockpit on a busy tower frequency. Listen carefully to radio transmissions, identify your assigned callsign, and deliver accurate readbacks under time pressure. KEY FEATURES: โข ICAO Phonetic Alphabet & Numbers: Master official aviation letters, numbers, and standard radio phraseology. โข ATC Radio Simulations: Practice listening to realistic radio calls and responding quickly with correct aviation terminology. โข Callsign Challenge: Distinguish your aircraft callsign from similar-sounding traffic on a crowded frequency. โข Comprehensive Study Reference: Access quick-reference charts for the NATO / ICAO alphabet, numbers, and key radio phrases. โข Weak Link Practice: Focus your study sessions on the characters and phraseology you find most challenging. Whether you are preparing for your real-world PPL exam, flying on VATSIM, or simply mastering aviation phraseology, Readback is your ultimate radio communications trainer. Download Readback today and master the frequency!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Readback at 16.4 against Takeoff Comms's 18.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Takeoff Comms | Readback |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 16.4 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Wanagel | Ruben Caballero |
In-app purchases
Takeoff Comms
No in-app purchases
Readback
No in-app purchases
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