Comparison

Flight Velocity vs Flight Metrics

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

Flight Metrics

Features
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Flight Metrics records your flights from a passenger perspective. Track real-time speed, altitude, G-force, and route using your phone's built-in GPS and sensors. WHAT FLIGHT METRICS CAPTURES: - Real-time ground speed in knots, km/h, or mph - GPS altitude and barometric altitude - G-force during takeoff, turbulence, and landing - Full flight route on an interactive map - Distance traveled, flight duration, and heading FLIGHT PHASE DETECTION: The app automatically detects each phase of flight, from gate departure to taxi, takeoff, climb, cruise, descent, landing, and taxi to gate. WORKS IN AIRPLANE MODE: Flight Metrics uses GPS, so no internet connection is needed during your flight. Record your data even at 35,000 feet. POST-FLIGHT SUMMARY: After landing, review detailed stats, your route map, and performance data. FREEMIUM: Your first 3 flights are free. Unlock unlimited flights with a Pro subscription. Made in Switzerland. Privacy Policy: https://studiovolt.dev/flight-metrics/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://studiovolt.dev/flight-metrics/terms

Screenshots

Flight Velocity4 screens
Flight Metrics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Flight Metrics at none against Flight Velocity's shown. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Flight Velocity sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Flight Metrics sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flight Velocity ships an update every 3 weeks, Flight Metrics every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Flight Velocity versus Flight Metrics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight VelocityFlight Metrics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMauro sergio Rodrigues da SilvaJoanna Bednarczyk

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Flight Velocity

Subscriptions2
  • Flight Velocity Plus$1.991 Month
  • Flight Velocity Plus$17.991 Year
5 purchases

Flight Metrics

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Pro Annual$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Trip Pass — 48 Hours$5.00
  • Trip Pass — 10 Days$10.00

Questions

Is Flight Velocity free?
Flight Velocity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flight Metrics free?
Flight Metrics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flight Velocity or Flight Metrics have ads?
Flight Velocity shows ads; Flight Metrics does not.
Which is updated more often, Flight Velocity or Flight Metrics?
Flight Velocity ships an update every 3 weeks, and Flight Metrics every 2 weeks. Most recently, Flight Velocity was updated on November 5, 2026 and Flight Metrics on November 5, 2026.

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