FlyCharts vs PlaneVector
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FlyCharts
This app provides flight simulation enthusiasts with advanced tools for planning and navigating flights. It offers realistic performance data, global charts, and live simulator tracking with a moving map for both VFR and IFR routes.
- Advanced flight plan generator
- Global navigation maps and charts
- Live simulator tracking with moving map
- Accurate aircraft performance data
- Realistic fuel planning
- Seamless flight plan export
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FlyCharts is a powerful yet easy-to-use flight planner and navigation app built for flight simulation. Compatible with Flight Simulator (MSFS), Prepare 3D, Aerofly FS and X-Plane, it gives sim pilots realistic flight planning tools, global aviation charts, accurate aircraft performance data, and live simulator tracking with moving map. From VFR to IFR flight planning, FlyCharts helps you to plan and flight with accuracy and confidence. Advanced Flight Planning - Flight plan generator with advanced route finder - Manually add or remove waypoints and procedures from the flight plan - 80+ aircraft available, from general aviation to airliners - Flight profile with aircraft performance-based navigation - Accurate fuel planning with realistic consumption models - Oceanic tracks (NAT & PACOTS) for long-haul - Seamless flight plan export to supported simulators Live Navigation - Global navigation maps and enroute charts - SID, STAR and approaches procedures - Detailed airport charts worldwide - Live simulator tracking with moving map - Real-time weather map overlays Coming Soon - Integrated flight logbook - More aircraft, charts, and advanced planning tool Whether you fly short VFR hops or long-haul IFR routes, FlyCharts is your all-in-one flight planning companion for flight simulation.
PlaneVector
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PlaneVector is the complete digital flight companion for general aviation pilots and aircraft owners — built around official FAA charts, real-time weather, and a fully offline-capable cockpit experience. AVIATION MAPS Fly with FAA Sectional, IFR Low, and IFR High charts displayed natively on your device. Charts download for offline use so you always have coverage, even without cell service. Airspace boundaries, TFRs, and IFR airways overlay directly on the chart layer so you can see the full operational picture at a glance. Range rings, route polylines, and your own-ship position update in real time using GPS. FLIGHT PLANNING & NAVLOG Build routes on the map by dropping waypoints or searching by identifier. PlaneVector automatically generates a complete navigation log with leg distances, headings, estimated fuel, and time en route based on your aircraft profile and current winds aloft. Departure and destination weather are shown inline so you can brief and plan in one place. WEATHER BRIEFING Get decoded METARs, TAFs, SIGMETs, PIREPs, and winds aloft for any airport. Flight categories are color-coded for fast go/no-go assessment. Density altitude, crosswind components, and ceiling/visibility risks are computed automatically — no mental math required. DIGITAL LOGBOOK Log every flight with the detail you need and the format regulators expect. Import your existing logbook from ForeFlight, CSV, or other sources. Export to PDF for insurance, training, or checkride submissions. Currency calculations run automatically from your log — never miss a landing requirement or IFR recency deadline. CURRENCY TRACKING Track day and night passenger-carrying currency, IFR recency, flight review, and medical validity in one dashboard. Status indicators turn red before deadlines hit so you can schedule training proactively rather than react to an expired currency on the ramp. AIRCRAFT & MAINTENANCE Manage your aircraft's spec sheet, equipment list, and document vault (POH, W&B, STCs, insurance). View the complete maintenance history logged by your shop. Submit maintenance requests directly to connected A&P shops and track repair status in real time — no phone tag required. PERFORMANCE & SAFETY TOOLS Weight and balance calculator with configurable station profiles. Aircraft performance profiles for takeoff, cruise, and landing. True airspeed, density altitude, fuel burn, and crosswind calculators. Custom checklist builder for any aircraft or operation. ENGINE HEALTH (JPI EDM) Import engine monitor data directly from JPI EDM 700/800/900 series instruments. Review cylinder head temperatures, exhaust gas temperatures, and fuel flow trend by flight. Catch engine anomalies early with flight-by-flight health visualization. OFFLINE FIRST FAA chart tiles, airport data, and airspace information all download for offline use. PlaneVector works without a data connection — ideal for remote flying, international travel, or areas with poor coverage. PlaneVector is part of the HangarForge platform, connecting pilots with maintenance shops for a complete general aviation management experience. Subscription required for full access. Free tier available with limited features. SUBSCRIPTIONS PlaneVector Basic is $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year. PlaneVector Pro is $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. A 30-day free trial is included. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. The subscription renews automatically unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel in App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://hangarforge.com/privacy HangarForge Terms of Service: https://hangarforge.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FlyCharts at none against PlaneVector's 4. FlyCharts also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). PlaneVector's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). 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
Both are free to download. PlaneVector sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FlyCharts asks for nothing beyond the download.
FlyCharts ships an update every 3 weeks, PlaneVector daily. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.
| Parameter | FlyCharts | PlaneVector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Appeed | HangarForge LLC |
In-app purchases
FlyCharts
No in-app purchases
PlaneVector
- PlaneVector Basic$4.991 Month
- PlaneVector Pro$9.991 Month
- PlaneVector Basic$49.991 Year
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- PlaneVector Pro$99.991 Year








