SimAlert vs Pilot Flight Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimAlert
This app provides real-time notifications for virtual pilots and air traffic controllers on VATSIM and IVAO networks. It alerts users when entering controlled airspace or when favorite controllers go online. Features include a live coverage map and flight path visualization.
- Real-time ATC coverage map
- Controlled airspace entry notifications
- Favorite controller tracking
- Flight path visualization
- Multi-network support (VATSIM/IVAO)
- Multiple callsign tracking
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SimAlert is the essential companion app for virtual pilots and air traffic controllers on VATSIM and IVAO networks. Never miss controlled airspace or your favorite controllers with real-time notifications and an interactive coverage map. For Virtual Pilots Our detection system monitors your flight and instantly notifies you when entering controlled airspace. Whether it's Center, Approach, Tower, or Ground - SimAlert ensures you're always aware of ATC presence. For ATC Enthusiasts Follow your favorite controllers and receive notifications when they come online or go offline. Perfect for pilots who want to fly with specific controllers or track activity at favorite airports. Live Coverage Map Visualize ATC coverage in real-time with our interactive map. See which FIRs and airports have active controllers at a glance. Your tracked flight appears with a complete route from origin to destination. Key Features: • Live Coverage Map - Real-time ATC coverage across VATSIM and IVAO • Flight Path Visualization - See your tracked flight on the map • Dual Mode - Track flights for coverage OR follow specific controllers • Multi-Network Support - Works with both VATSIM and IVAO • Multiple Callsign Tracking - Monitor multiple aircraft simultaneously • Controller Tracking - Know when specific controllers start or end sessions • Real-Time Monitoring - Updates every 15 seconds • Dark Mode - Easy on the eyes during long sessions • Battery Efficient - Optimized background processing How It Works: For Pilots: 1. Register your callsign in the Pilot tab 2. View live coverage on the Map tab 3. Receive notifications when entering ATC coverage For ATC Tracking: 1. Add controller callsigns in the ATC tab 2. Get notified when they come online or go offline Coverage Types Detected: • Flight Information Regions (FIR/UIR) • Approach, Tower, and Ground zones • Oceanic and special event areas • All positions from DEL to CTR Privacy First: SimAlert only tracks callsigns you explicitly register. Your privacy is our priority. Background Operation: SimAlert works silently in the background - we'll alert you when it matters. Perfect for long oceanic crossings or when away from your simulator. Note: Requires active flights/controllers on VATSIM or IVAO. Internet connection required. Not affiliated with VATSIM or IVAO. Transform your virtual aviation experience with SimAlert!
Pilot Flight Tracker
This app automatically logs and analyzes flights for sport pilots, student pilots, and instructors. It records takeoffs, landings, and flight statistics, offering detailed post-flight reviews and export options for training records.
- Automatic flight phase detection
- Zero pilot interaction during flight
- Offline GPS tracking
- Complete flight statistics
- Colored flight path map
- Export to Google Earth, Excel, CSV, GPX
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Pilot Flight Tracker (PFT) is a mobile application designed primarily for sport pilots, student pilots and flight instructors. Pilot Flight Tracker PFT is a personal GPS flight logger and analysis tool built for sport, general aviation, and student pilots. Use it as a flight logbook companion - every flight is automatically recorded and ready for review. WHO IS IT FOR? Sport pilots, student pilots, flight instructors, and flight school operators flying gliders, TMG, SEP, trike, or any other aircraft type. Perfect for circuit training and touch-and-go practice. WHAT DOES IT DO? Just tap Start before your flight, place your phone in the cockpit, and fly. The app runs silently in the background - no interaction needed during flight. It automatically detects your takeoffs, landings, and touch-and-go maneuvers using GPS data. AFTER LANDING, YOU GET: - Complete flight statistics: total time, time of every flight, speed, altitude, consistency - Colored flight path map with individual circuit segments - Personal rating and flight notes for your flight logbook - Stunning 3D flight view and even replay in Google Earth (KML export) - Full flight data export to Excel (XLSX) for training records KEY FEATURES - Automatic flight phase detection (takeoff, airborne, landing, touch & go, full stop) - Zero pilot interaction required during flight - your focus stays on flying - Works completely offline - no internet, no account, no login - Background GPS tracking with screen locked - Customizable speed thresholds for each aircraft type - Quick comment field for pilot name, weather notes, or lesson details - Supports Glider, TMG, SEP, Trike, and Custom aircraft presets - Export to Google Earth (KML), GPX, CSV, and Excel (XLSX) - Multi-language: English, German, Hungarian, Serbian, Croatian, Slovenian, Bosnian, Macedonian - Designed by an active sport pilot, tested with real flights FOR FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS & SCHOOLS Use the Excel export to maintain training records. Each session logs the date, aircraft, student name (via quick comment), number of circuits, flight times, and performance data. Review student flights on the map and debrief using the colored circuit segments. FOR SIGHTSEEING PASSENGERS Not a pilot? No problem! Start the app before your sightseeing flight and get an amazing 3D souvenir. Export to Google Earth and share your flight experience with friends and family. Built with love for pilots. Free, no ads, no subscriptions. Website: https://falcon-tech.rs/en/pilot-flight-tracker/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FalconTech-Apps
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Pilot Flight Tracker at Free against SimAlert's $2.99. Pilot Flight Tracker also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases 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
Pilot Flight Tracker is free to download; SimAlert costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Pilot Flight Tracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
SimAlert ships an update every 9 days, Pilot Flight Tracker every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.
| Parameter | SimAlert | Pilot Flight Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ELEFTHERIOS KOROROS | Nikola Kavecan |
Customer experience
SimAlert
Pilot Flight Tracker
In-app purchases
SimAlert
No in-app purchases
Pilot Flight Tracker
No in-app purchases
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