Comparison

Pilot Mental Math vs RailFocus

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

Head to head
About

Pilot Mental Math

This app simulates acoustic mental math tests used by airlines for pilot screening. It focuses on auditory memory and calculation under time pressure, offering adaptive difficulty and custom training parameters.

Highlights
  • Acoustic simulation of spoken equations
  • Adaptive difficulty levels
  • Customizable training parameters
  • Exam mode with hidden timer
  • Performance tracking and analytics
  • Multiple language support
Features
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Master the acoustic mental math aptitude tests used by major international airlines for pilot screening. Pilot Mental Math is a specialized utility designed to simulate the high-pressure environment of auditory calculation assessments. Unlike standard math apps, this tool focuses on the specific cognitive load of listening to equations, retaining numbers in working memory, and calculating under strict time constraints. It is built specifically for candidates preparing for pilot selection processes (screening) at major airlines and flight schools. • Multi-language support: Train in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, or Hindi to match the language of your airline assessment. CORE FEATURES • Acoustic Simulation: Train your ear. Questions are spoken, not just displayed, forcing you to rely on auditory memory. • Adaptive Difficulty: Four distinct modes ranging from "Easy" (mechanics warmup) to "Hard" (overload training) and "Drills" (rapid-fire). • Custom Flight Path: Configure your own training parameters. Select specific operations (e.g., percentages, squares, roots, navigation headings) and adjust number ranges to target your weaknesses. • Exam Mode: Simulates test day conditions. The visual timer is hidden, and audio cues warn you when time is running out. • Performance Tracking: Detailed flight logs track your accuracy and speed over time. Identify trends and monitor your improvement. TRAINING MODES • Easy: Focus on the mechanics of calculation without time pressure. • Medium: Standard difficulty level for general aptitude maintenance. • Hard: High-load training designed to stretch your working memory capacity. • Drills: High-speed, low-complexity questions (3-5 seconds) to build instinctive number sense. MATH OPERATIONS • Basic Arithmetic (Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide) • Advanced Operators (Squares, Cubes, Square Roots) • Percentage Calculations • Navigation Headings (Reciprocals and Turns) DISCLAIMER This application is an independent training tool. It is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to any airline, aviation training organization, or assessment center. Use of this app is for educational purposes only. Prepare effectively. Good luck and Happy Landings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

RailFocus

Features
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RailFocus helps you prepare for UK train driver psychometric selection. Practise the kinds of aptitude skills used in assessment centres - attention, scanning, reaction control, memory, rules, reasoning, and more - with clear modules, scores, and progress tracking on your phone. What you get: • Free practice modules to start training straight away • Full mock assessment batteries modelled on real selection-style tasks • Results, personal bests, and weak-area focus so you know what to drill next • A study plan and countdown when you add your assessment date • Guides covering how UK train driver psychometric selection typically works Railfocus plus (optional one-time unlock): Unlock unlimited mock runs, advanced modules, practice playlists, and ongoing weak-area drills. Pay once - practise until you feel ready. Built for assessment prep: • Train in short sessions or longer mock runs • Track improvement over time • Made in the United Kingdom Important: RailFocus is a practice simulator for training only. It is not affiliated with train operating companies and is not an official or certified assessment. Scores are approximate and intended to help you practise, not to predict a pass or fail. Privacy Policy https://josephhalls.co.uk/privacy-policy Terms of use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pilot Mental Math4 screens
RailFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RailFocus at 16.4 against Pilot Mental Math's 26.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Pilot Mental Math sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and RailFocus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pilot Mental Math ships an update weekly, RailFocus every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Pilot Mental Math versus RailFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilot Mental MathRailFocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.116.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPatrick GrauelJoseph Halls

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pilot Mental Math

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime$6.99
1 purchases

RailFocus

One-time1
  • RailFocus Plus$9.99

Questions

Is Pilot Mental Math free?
Pilot Mental Math is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RailFocus free?
RailFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pilot Mental Math or RailFocus have ads?
Neither Pilot Mental Math nor RailFocus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pilot Mental Math or RailFocus?
Pilot Mental Math ships an update weekly, and RailFocus every 5 days. Most recently, Pilot Mental Math was updated on October 5, 2026 and RailFocus on September 30, 2026.

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