Comparison

FAA vs AviationSpeak

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

Head to head
About

FAA

Features
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Master your FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test with a study app built to make exam preparation simple and structured and efficient. No matter if you are starting your flight training or brushing up before test day app gives you the tools to learn faster and retain the concepts that matter. Track your test performance revisit missed questions and strengthen your skills with targeted practice. App is built for aspiring pilots who want a reliable and easy way to prepare anytime and anywhere. Study with confidence and move closer to earning your Private Pilot certificate. Included Test Categories: Aerodynamics Airspace Flight Operations Cross Country Planning Flight Instruments Communications and Radar Services Weather Electronic Navigation Federal Aviation Regulations Weight and Balance Disclaimer: Some content and features in this app are available only through an inapp purchase or active subscription. Access to all tests premium questions and advanced features requires purchasing these options. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/bhautikkumar/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions : https://sites.google.com/view/bhautikkumar/term-and-conditions

About

AviationSpeak

Features
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Speak aviation. In any language. AviationSpeak is the essential aviation English reference and training companion for pilots, flight instructors, mechanics, dispatchers, and every professional who works in aviation. Whether you're preparing for your checkride, studying for ICAO Level 4, brushing up on radio phraseology, or bridging a language gap on the flight deck โ€” AviationSpeak gives you the vocabulary, procedures, and confidence to communicate with clarity. WHAT'S INSIDE - 700+ essential aviation terms with ICAO-sourced definitions - 30 languages โ€” switch between them instantly, any time - Authentic pronunciations and example usage - 30+ maneuver guides built from FAA/ACS standards, with step-by-step procedures, common errors, and completion criteria - Ground School library covering airspace, weather, navigation, performance, instrument flying, night operations, and more - Aircraft Systems library covering engines, electrical, hydraulics, fuel, flight controls, pressurization, ice protection, and avionics - Quiz modes: flashcards, multiple choice, and a Daily Challenge with streak tracking - Home screen widget with a daily aviation term - Search, favorite, and take personal notes on any term BUILT FOR AVIATION PROFESSIONALS Whether you're a student pilot chasing your first solo, a CFI teaching the next generation, a career ESL pilot flying international routes, a mechanic working through maintenance manuals, or a dispatcher coordinating operations โ€” AviationSpeak meets you where you are. WHY 30 LANGUAGES English is the language of aviation, but it's a second language for most aviation professionals worldwide. AviationSpeak gives you definitions, procedures, and vocabulary in your own language, side-by-side with English โ€” so you learn faster, remember longer, and communicate with confidence. START YOUR FREE TRIAL Try AviationSpeak free for 7 days. Then $4.99/month, $39.99/year, or $79.99 for lifetime access. Cancel anytime. Your progress, favorites, and notes stay with you across all devices signed into your Apple ID. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions by going to your Apple ID settings. Privacy Policy: https://aviationspeakapp-ux.github.io/aviationspeak-privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FAA4 screens
AviationSpeak4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FAA at 15.6 against AviationSpeak's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. FAA sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and AviationSpeak sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
FAA versus AviationSpeak: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFAAAviationSpeak
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 โ€” better17.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size23 MB34 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBhautikkumar KalariyaJuan Lazo

In-app purchases

4 purchases

FAA

Subscriptions2
  • FAA Private Pilot : Yearly Pro$4.997 Days
  • FAA Private Pilot : Weekly Pro$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • FAA Private : Lifetime Gift Pro$9.99
  • FAA Private Pilot : Lifetime Pro$19.99
3 purchases

AviationSpeak

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is FAA free?
FAA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AviationSpeak free?
AviationSpeak is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FAA or AviationSpeak have ads?
Neither FAA nor AviationSpeak shows ads.

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