Comparison

Flight Velocity vs Flymode Dashboard

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

Head to head
About

Flight Velocity

Transform your device into an aviation cockpit with real-time flight data. Track speed, altitude, heading, and more with an intuitive, cockpit-inspired interface. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts and curious travelers.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS ground speed
  • Altimeter and Vertical Speed Indicator
  • Heading and Attitude Indicators
  • G-Force Meter
  • Cockpit-style instrument panel
  • Flight recording
  • Offline core instrument operation
Features
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Turn your phone into an aviation-inspired cockpit with Flight Velocity. Whether you're watching the world from a window seat, exploring aviation or simply curious about your flight, Flight Velocity brings real-time flight instruments to your iPhone and iPad. YOUR FLIGHT. YOUR DATA. Follow your journey using GPS and your device's built-in motion sensors. Watch your speed, altitude, heading and aircraft movement through a cockpit-inspired interface. FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS • GPS Ground Speed — Follow your speed over the ground. • Altimeter — Monitor altitude using available device data. • Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) — Follow changes in altitude. • Heading Indicator — See your direction of travel. • G-Force Meter — Observe acceleration forces. • Attitude Indicator — Explore pitch and roll using device motion sensors. • Turn Rate Indicator — See when and which way you are turning. MORE THAN A SPEEDOMETER • Cockpit-style instrument panel • Flight recording • Multiple speed and altitude units • Guided instrument tutorial • Clean, intuitive instrument displays BUILT FOR AIR TRAVEL Flight Velocity is designed for aviation enthusiasts, curious passengers and anyone who enjoys exploring flight data. Core instruments can operate without an internet connection, even in airplane mode, when the necessary GPS and sensor information is available. Actual GPS availability and accuracy may vary during a flight. FLIGHT VELOCITY PLUS Take your flight experience further with an optional monthly or annual subscription: • No ads • Flight preparation with an offline route map • Route information and copilot messages during your journey • Full flight history with statistics and a map of every journey • Automatic Start Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically for the same period (monthly or annual) unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Flight Velocity is intended for entertainment and informational use. It is not a certified aviation instrument and must not be used for aircraft navigation or operational decisions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Flymode Dashboard

Features
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FlyMode is your ultimate offline flight companion, designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Transform your iPhone or iPad into a functional glass cockpit dashboard that operates completely offline—perfect for Airplane Mode. Key Features: • Offline Maps: Navigate confidently with offline-capable maps and 3D terrain elevation data (requires downloading standard Apple Offline Maps). • Flight Dashboard: Real-time display of GPS Ground Speed (Knots/KMH), Altitude (Feet/Meters), and Magnetic Heading. • Barometer Integration: Uses your device’s built-in pressure sensor to display precise barometric pressure (hPa). • GPS Signal Quality: Monitor your GPS connection strength with accurate signal precision indicators. • Responsive Design: Optimized layouts for both Portrait (Grid view) and Landscape (Classic Cockpit view) orientations. • Privacy First: All data is processed locally on your device. No internet connection required. Whether you are flying a glider, a small aircraft, or simply traveling as a passenger, FlyMode gives you the flight data you need without relying on a data connection.

Screenshots

Flight Velocity4 screens
Flymode Dashboard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flymode Dashboard at none against Flight Velocity's 2. Flymode Dashboard also leads on ads (none vs shown). Flight Velocity's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Flight Velocity sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Flymode Dashboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Flight Velocity versus Flymode Dashboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight VelocityFlymode Dashboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMauro sergio Rodrigues da SilvaLaszlo Lehel Demeter

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Flight Velocity

Subscriptions2
  • Flight Velocity Plus$1.991 Month
  • Flight Velocity Plus$17.991 Year
None

Flymode Dashboard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flight Velocity free?
Flight Velocity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flymode Dashboard free?
Flymode Dashboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flight Velocity or Flymode Dashboard have ads?
Flight Velocity shows ads; Flymode Dashboard does not.

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