# FlightMate vs InFlight Tracker

The clearest difference is monetization model: FlightMate at freemium against InFlight Tracker's subscription. FlightMate also leads on device support (4 vs 2). InFlight Tracker's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlightMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and InFlight Tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for FlightMate against 5.0 for InFlight Tracker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

FlightMate ships an update every 4 weeks, InFlight Tracker every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlightMate | InFlight Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightmate-pilot-logbook/id6751244752/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inflight-tracker/id6756477098/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 40 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Erol MURATHAN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801933885) | [Antony Reyes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1860793885) |

## What reviewers say

### FlightMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightmate-pilot-logbook/id6751244752)

Automates flight and duty logging with comprehensive records for flights, simulators, and regulatory compliance. Offers smart currency monitoring, roster integration, and performance analytics. Supports multiple international logbook formats and secure data syncing.

**Highlights:** Automated flight and duty logging, Comprehensive flight and simulator records, EASA/FAA/ICAO/CCAR/TC FTL monitoring, Smarter currency monitoring, Roster integration and automation, Pilot performance and analytics reports, Secure iCloud sync

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |


### InFlight Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inflight-tracker/id6756477098)

Track live air traffic on a detailed map, view flight details, and monitor ATC activity. Pin flights to your Lock Screen for real-time updates without opening the app. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts and pilots.

**Highlights:** Real-time air traffic map, Detailed flight information, ATC sector monitoring, Lock Screen Live Activities, Flight plan and route viewing, Customizable flight watchlist

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inflight Pro — 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| Inflight Pro — 12 months | $19.99 | per year |
| Inflight Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlightMate free?

FlightMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is InFlight Tracker free?

InFlight Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FlightMate or InFlight Tracker?

FlightMate and InFlight Tracker are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do FlightMate or InFlight Tracker have ads?

Neither FlightMate nor InFlight Tracker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlightMate or InFlight Tracker?

FlightMate ships an update every 4 weeks, and InFlight Tracker every 2 weeks. Most recently, FlightMate was updated on October 30, 2026 and InFlight Tracker on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*