Comparison

TheProPilotApp vs Crew

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

Head to head
About

TheProPilotApp

This app streamlines pilot operations by automatically importing flight releases and schedules. It offers real-time OOOI tracking, crew synchronization, and comprehensive airport data, all while ensuring privacy and offline functionality.

Highlights
  • Flight release import
  • Live activity & dynamic island
  • Cockpit crew sync
  • Automatic schedule import
  • Smart flight logging
  • Airport database
  • Offline functionality
Features
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PROPILOT - THE COMPLETE PILOT LOGBOOK AND FLIGHT OPS APP Built by an airline captain, for pilots who fly the line. PERFECT FOR: Airline pilots (121 operations) Cargo pilots Corporate pilots Charter operators Flight instructors (CFI/CFII) Private pilots TOP FEATURES: FLIGHT RELEASE IMPORT Import PDF flight releases directly from Comply365 or navtech Auto-parses trip number, aircraft, crew, legs, fuel, and fly-away kit Creates or updates trips automatically from your release Stores flight release and Weight & Balance PDFs with each trip Aircraft maintenance status (TAT, service check, A-check) at a glance LIVE ACTIVITY & DYNAMIC ISLAND Real-time OOOI tracking right on your lock screen Dynamic Island shows your active flight at a glance Departure, arrival, and flight status always visible Updates live as you log times — no need to unlock your phone COCKPIT CREW SYNC Sync trip data with your crew over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi No internet required — works gate-to-gate Captain and First Officer stay in sync automatically Perfect for multi-crew 121 operations AUTOMATIC SCHEDULE IMPORT Import your airline schedule from crew scheduling (iCal format) Auto-generates trips with all flight details Background sync keeps schedule updated Works with any airline (customizable import profiles) SMART FLIGHT LOGGING Automatic time calculations (block, flight, duty) GPS flight tracking with automatic takeoff/landing detection Import from ForeFlight FAR 117 duty time monitoring Export to PDF, CSV for your records COMPREHENSIVE AIRPORT DATABASE 5,000+ airports worldwide with frequencies, runways, navaids 164+ verified FBOs with phone numbers, fuel prices, amenities Community-updated fuel prices and reviews Current METAR/TAF weather at every airport Winds aloft forecasts for flight planning APPLE WATCH COMPANION Full duty timer on your wrist View next flight details Trip overview at a glance Real-time sync with iPhone Works independently with GPS WORKS OFFLINE Full functionality without internet All airports and FBOs included Weather data cached Perfect for deadhead flights or areas with no signal FAR 117 COMPLIANCE Duty time tracking with limit warnings Flight/duty time logs for FAA compliance Currency tracking Professional reports ready for audits FBO AND OPERATIONS TOOLS Get notified when approaching your preferred FBO Quick-dial your airline OPS Access FAA airport diagrams Crew car and amenity information Handling fees and fuel prices PRIVACY FIRST Your data stays on your device iCloud sync (private, encrypted) No tracking, no analytics, no data mining Face ID/Touch ID protection available WHAT PILOTS ARE SAYING: "Finally, a logbook app built by someone who actually flies for a living." "The schedule import feature alone is worth it." WHY PROPILOT? Built by a Part 121 captain who was tired of clunky logbook apps that don't understand airline operations. ProPilot handles multi-leg days, duty time tracking, schedule imports, flight release parsing, and all the real-world stuff that airline pilots deal with daily. No subscriptions. No hidden costs. No ads. Just a solid tool built by a pilot, for pilots. DOWNLOAD FREE TODAY and see why pilots are switching to ProPilot! Supports iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch (iOS 17+, watchOS 10+) iCloud sync keeps everything in sync across all your devices Privacy Policy: https://www.thepropilotapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Crew

Features
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Smart tools for crew life. Crew-OS brings your roster, next duty, salary estimates and everyday cabin tools together in one place. Prepare for your next flight, keep your month organised and stay connected with your crew. YOUR ROSTER AND NEXT DUTY Link your supported CAE account to view your monthly roster, flights, standby duties, days off and layovers. Select a roster flight or standby to keep the duty you need close at hand. Check flight schedules, routes and aircraft details from your Home screen. LOCK SCREEN AND ALARMS Follow your selected duty with Lock Screen Live Activities and widgets. Set a wake-up alarm before your report time and choose whether to enable additional reminders. Availability depends on your device, permissions and enabled features. SALARY, MONTH BY MONTH Estimate pay using your basic salary, allowances, flying hours and deductions. Save your salary profile and review your salary history. Your saved salary information can sync with your Crew-OS account across supported apps and the website. Calculations are estimates, not an official payslip. YOUR CABIN TOOLKIT Keep checklists, cabin announcements, crew-rest references, aircraft configurations, service bands, cart setups, quiz questions and layover hotel information together. Downloaded reference content remains available offline; sign-in, syncing, searches and messaging need an internet connection. CONNECT WITH YOUR CREW Add friends, share rosters and discuss trade offers. Flight conversations use roster verification to check crew access. Reporting and blocking tools are available for community features. Flight trades remain subject to your airline's approval and procedures. MAKE IT YOURS Choose Crew Navy, Ocean, Sage or Rose, with light, dark or system appearance. Matching widgets keep your preferred colours with you throughout the day. Some tools require an account, a linked CAE account or an optional Crew-OS Pro subscription. Availability can vary by account and supported airline. Subscription details and current pricing are shown in the app before purchase. Crew-OS is an independent companion, developed and operated by HEXLuma. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by any airline or CAE. Always follow your airline's current manuals, procedures and scheduling instructions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://crew-os.org/privacy

Screenshots

TheProPilotApp4 screens
Crew4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crew at none against TheProPilotApp's 2. Crew also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). TheProPilotApp's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads and device support 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. TheProPilotApp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Crew asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TheProPilotApp ships an update fortnightly, Crew monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
TheProPilotApp versus Crew: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTheProPilotAppCrew
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeffrey KadansNahar Damanhori

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TheProPilotApp

Subscriptions2
  • ProPilot Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Annual$79.991 Year
None

Crew

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TheProPilotApp free?
TheProPilotApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crew free?
Crew is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TheProPilotApp or Crew have ads?
Neither TheProPilotApp nor Crew shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TheProPilotApp or Crew?
TheProPilotApp ships an update fortnightly, and Crew monthly. Most recently, TheProPilotApp was updated on September 25, 2026 and Crew on September 30, 2026.

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