Comparison

Pilot Wingman vs OBDify

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

Head to head
About

Pilot Wingman

This app serves as a comprehensive digital logbook and utility tool for professional pilots. It automates currency tracking, allows flight history import and export, and includes essential flight tools and calculators. Pilots can also manage expenses and access aviation-related resources.

Highlights
  • Automated pilot currency tracking
  • Flight history import and export
  • Professional pilot expense tracking
  • Weather radar and airport information
  • Built-in flight tools and calculators
  • Crew duty/rest/flight legality calculator
Features
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Pilot Wingman - The only logbook + utility app that is built by professional pilots, for professional pilots. Wingman isn't just a digital logbook, it's so much more: > Fully automated pilot currency tracking across multiple aircraft, all you need to do is log your flights. Your pilot currency status is conveniently displayed right on the home screen. You never need to guess if you're landing current on any of the aircraft you fly, Wingman tracks every type for you and automatically checks regulatory compliance. It's that simple. > Import your previous logbook(s) or we can do it for you*. View your total flight hours easily, including breakdown by aircraft type, PIC/SIC, Turbine etc. > Fully exportable, customizable professional logbook (note: export features require paid subscription). Even a logbook cover that is automatically generated. Cloud secure and backed up every day. > Professional pilot expense tracking. Track your operational expenses or your personally incurred expenses. Export them and build your invoice (export feature requires subscription). > Access weather radar, TFR map, grab the current METAR/TAF or lookup airport info (USA only) to view current fuel prices, FBO's, runways and more. > Includes a host of built-in proprietary flight tools and calculators. Wind components, fuel/speed/temperature conversion calculators, climb/descent plus crossing restriction calculators and more. > Built-in proprietary Crew duty/rest/flight calculator. Check your legality quickly (Part 91/135/121). > Full control of the data you use in the app. Manage your logbook, cover page, stored aircraft types, callsigns and expenses. > Resources at your fingertips: hotels, rental cars, airline booking and even flight training. No other pilot app offers what Wingman does. We built the professional tool that we needed, because we're professional pilots who live the life. Download and start flying with Wingman for FREE today!** Terms, conditions and privacy policy: Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Pilot Wingman App Basic Subscription Terms: https://dwelsh29.github.io/Terms/ Pilot Wingman App Privacy Policy: https://dwelsh29.github.io/Privacy/ * Wingman offers a concierge service (outside of the app) that makes switching your logbook to Wingman easy and stress free. Details are inside the app, just click "Concierge" from the account management screen. ** Wingman is free to download and free to use indefinitely. Free use includes up to 15 logged flights and 5 currency events. After that, a subscription is required to continue logging flights and tracking pilot currency. Certain features, such as exportable content, requires a paid subscription. All other app features are free and do not require a paid subscription.

About

OBDify

Features
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OBDify - Understand Your Car. Drive With Confidence. OBDify turns your car data into clear, actionable insights - from diagnostics and live data to performance tracking, trips, and expenses. Whether you are a daily driver or a car enthusiast, OBDify helps you stay in control of your vehicle - with or without an OBD2 scanner. SMART DIAGNOSTICS AND VEHICLE HEALTH Scan and clear trouble codes and understand what they actually mean. - Read and clear DTCs from multiple ECUs - Plain-language explanations - Severity levels and repair cost estimates - Real-time battery voltage and health score REAL-TIME DATA (OBD2 REQUIRED) See what your car is doing right now. - Live data: speed, RPM, coolant temperature, throttle, and more - Smooth gauges and detailed charts - Monitor performance and detect issues early PERFORMANCE TRACKING Measure your car's real performance. - 0-100 km/h, 0-60 mph, and quarter mile times - GPS-based acceleration tracking - Run history with personal bests - Estimated wheel horsepower TRIPS AND DRIVING HISTORY Track every journey automatically. - Distance, duration, and average speed - Route history and trip insights GARAGE AND VEHICLE MANAGEMENT Keep everything about your car in one place. - Manage multiple vehicles - Service reminders (by time or mileage) - Fuel logs, expenses, and documents - Insurance and registration expiry alerts VIN DECODER Instantly unlock your car's full specifications. - Scan or enter any 17-character VIN - View build data, engine details, and equipment FUEL AND COST TRACKING Understand how much your car really costs. - Fuel consumption tracking - Trip cost estimation - CO2 emission insights WORKS WITH OR WITHOUT OBD2 Start using OBDify instantly - no hardware needed. - Core features work without an adapter - Connect an ELM327 Bluetooth or WiFi OBD2 scanner to unlock full diagnostics and live data BUILT FOR DRIVERS Clean, modern interface designed for everyday use. - Dark mode optimized for driving - Home screen widget for quick vehicle status - Available in multiple languages COMPATIBILITY - US: 1996+ vehicles - Europe: 2001+ petrol, 2004+ diesel - Supports standard ELM327 Bluetooth and WiFi adapters WHY OBDIFY Most car apps either overwhelm you with raw data or limit what you can do without expensive tools. OBDify is built differently - it gives you the right information, at the right time, in a way that actually makes sense. Whether you are checking a warning light, tracking performance, or managing your vehicle expenses, everything is designed to be simple, fast, and useful. FOR EVERY TYPE OF DRIVER OBDify adapts to how you use your car. - Daily drivers who want to avoid unexpected issues - Car owners tracking maintenance and costs - Enthusiasts measuring performance and runs - Anyone who wants more control without complexity NO GUESSWORK Stop searching forums or trying to decode technical terms. OBDify translates your car data into clear insights so you can understand what is happening and what to do next. PRIVACY AND CONTROL Your data stays yours. - No unnecessary data collection - Full control over your vehicles and history - Secure storage of your information GET STARTED IN SECONDS Download OBDify and start using core features instantly - no setup, no hardware required. Upgrade anytime by connecting an OBD2 adapter to unlock full diagnostics and live data. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bubble-iridium-4e8.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-for-OBDify-3416bf91cdf4803b85b7f95a14b6e1cd

Screenshots

Pilot Wingman4 screens
OBDify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Pilot Wingman at 15.1 against OBDify's 17.6. 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. Pilot Wingman sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and OBDify sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pilot Wingman ships an update every 10 days, OBDify weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pilot Wingman versus OBDify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilot WingmanOBDify
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid WelshOleksandr Zhuryk

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Pilot Wingman

Subscriptions4
  • Wingman Basic Membership$12.991 Month
  • Wingman Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Wingman Basic Membership$129.991 Year
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  • Wingman Annual$129.991 Year
4 purchases

OBDify

Subscriptions3
  • OBDify Premium$4.997 Days
  • OBDify Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • OBDify Premium$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Diagnostics$19.99

Questions

Is Pilot Wingman free?
Pilot Wingman is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OBDify free?
OBDify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pilot Wingman or OBDify have ads?
Neither Pilot Wingman nor OBDify shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pilot Wingman or OBDify?
Pilot Wingman ships an update every 10 days, and OBDify weekly. Most recently, Pilot Wingman was updated on October 30, 2026 and OBDify on October 31, 2026.

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