Comparison

Fly2Gether vs VisualTimer

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

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About

Fly2Gether

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Fly2Gether turns your iPhone into a wireless flight controller for flight simulators on your computer. Enjoy flying from the comfort of your sofa or bed, without sitting at a desk or making room for bulky flight controls. Your iPhone puts essential aircraft controls in your hands, so you can settle into a comfortable position and enjoy the flight. Designed specifically for aviation, Fly2Gether provides the controls pilots use most often during flight in a compact, accessible interface. ESSENTIAL FLIGHT CONTROLS Fly2Gether focuses on the controls that matter most while flying: • Pitch control using device motion • Roll control using the onscreen joystick • Rudder (yaw) control • Throttle control • Elevator trim • Brakes • Flaps By focusing on the controls used continuously throughout a flight, Fly2Gether provides a clean and efficient interface that works naturally on the iPhone's compact screen. Less frequently used simulator functions remain available through your keyboard, mouse, or the simulator's virtual cockpit. FLY IN COMFORT Turn a quiet evening on the sofa into a flight. Fly2Gether lets you enjoy your simulator without a desk-mounted joystick, dedicated flight seat, or a table for your controller. The pitch-freeze system lets you freeze and release the pitch axis instantly. Adjust your seating position, shift your grip, or change the angle of your iPhone without disturbing the aircraft's pitch input. Whether you prefer the sofa, an armchair, or relaxing in bed, Fly2Gether makes it easier to get comfortable during long flights. DESIGNED FOR PRECISE AIRCRAFT CONTROL Fly2Gether separates flight controls so that each finger handles only one axis at a time. This helps reduce unwanted mixed-axis inputs that can make precise flying difficult. With device motion for pitch and an onscreen joystick for roll, you can adjust each axis independently. NO EXPENSIVE FLIGHT HARDWARE REQUIRED Enjoy flight simulation without investing in bulky simulator equipment. Fly2Gether provides the essential controls needed for normal flight operations using the device already in your pocket. Ideal for: • Relaxed flying from your sofa or bed • Flight simulator enthusiasts • Travel and portable simulator setups • Users without dedicated flight hardware • Pilots looking for an additional control option DUAL-JOYSTICK SHARED CONTROL Fly2Gether also supports collaborative flight simulation. Two pilots can share control of the same aircraft using a built-in control ownership system. To prevent conflicting inputs, only one pilot controls the aircraft at a time. When the second pilot wants to take over, they simply press the "I have controls" button and control transfers instantly. Ideal for: • Flight instruction • Simulator training • Shared cockpit flying • Cooperative simulator sessions COMPATIBLE WITH WINDOWS, LINUX AND MACOS Fly2Gether connects over your local Wi-Fi network. For X-Plane 11 and X-Plane 12, no companion app is required. Connect your iPhone directly to X-Plane and enjoy flying with less setup. Other flight simulators require companion software running on your computer. On macOS 15 or later, the Fly2Gether companion app provides a virtual joystick for your simulator. Simply open the Mac app and keep it running while flying. Whether flying solo or together, settle in, get comfortable, and enjoy the flight.

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VisualTimer

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VisualTimer is a beautiful visual countdown timer featuring an analog clock face display. Set your timer with minutes and seconds, watch the colorful arc count down, and hear audio cues at key moments. Features include dark/light mode, resizable clock, flip/mirror display, and customizable sound.

Screenshots

Fly2Gether4 screens
VisualTimer1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Fly2Gether at every 3 days against VisualTimer's every 2 weeks. Fly2Gether also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fly2Gether ships an update every 3 days, VisualTimer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Fly2Gether versus VisualTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFly2GetherVisualTimer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size391 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMikhail KrasnorutskyDatachain Consulting Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Fly2Gether

No in-app purchases

None

VisualTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fly2Gether free?
Fly2Gether is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VisualTimer free?
VisualTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Fly2Gether or VisualTimer have ads?
Neither Fly2Gether nor VisualTimer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fly2Gether or VisualTimer?
Fly2Gether ships an update every 3 days, and VisualTimer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Fly2Gether was updated on October 31, 2026 and VisualTimer on October 28, 2026.

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