Comparison

Flight Sim Deck vs SimProcedures

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

Head to head
About

Flight Sim Deck

This app acts as a comprehensive electronic flight bag for virtual pilots using X-Plane. It centralizes flight information, instrument displays, checklists, and weather data, transforming your device into a connected cockpit companion.

Highlights
  • Real-time instrument streaming (PFD/MFD)
  • SimBrief OFP import
  • Interactive checklists
  • METAR weather and airport database
  • FMS/WebFMC control
  • Integrated scratchpad and PDF reader
Features
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Flight Sim Deck is the essential flight companion for virtual pilots on X-Plane. Designed to replace multiple windows and third-party apps, this application transforms your device into a comprehensive and connected Electronic Flight Bag (EFB). Whether you are a long-haul airline captain or a general aviation enthusiast, Flight Sim Deck centralizes everything you need for an immersive and organized flight. Key Features: High-Fidelity Instrument Streaming: Display and interact with your aircraft's Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD) in real-time via our dedicated plugin. Advanced Themes: Enjoy immersive designs specifically for the G1000 and Embraer E-Jets (X-Crafts compatible), including texture streaming for perfect readability. SimBrief Integration: Instantly import your complete Operational Flight Plan (OFP) by simply entering your SimBrief ID. Access routes, fuel, and payloads. FMS / WebFMC Control: Enter your flight plans and manage the Flight Management Computer (CDU) directly from your tablet's touchscreen (requires WebFMC plugin for some functions). Integrated Checklists: Access a vast library of interactive checklists via SimChecklist, automatically adapted to your aircraft type. Weather & Airports: Automatic METAR retrieval for your departure and arrival airports. Includes an airport database to quickly find diversion airfields. Flight Tools: Scratchpad: Take quick notes (clearances, frequencies) directly in the app. PDF Reader: Consult your navigation charts and flight documents. Voice Announcements: Be audibly alerted to critical events (e.g., autopilot disconnect). Easy Connectivity: The app connects to X-Plane via our free "Flight Sim Deck Bridge" plugin. It supports both automatic and manual (IP/Port) connections for a stress-free setup. Note: This application requires the X-Plane 11 or 12 flight simulator on PC/Mac to operate.

About

SimProcedures

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Stop flipping through PDFs. SimProcedures is a focused checklist companion for sim pilots, with phase-by-phase procedures for 43 aircraft and an editor for creating your own. = READY TO FLY = Free, 24 aircraft: Air Tractor AT-802, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Cessna 152, Cessna 172 Skyhawk (Basic/GNS, IFD, and G1000), Cessna 185F Skywagon, Cessna 208B Caravan, Citation CJ4 and Longitude, Cirrus Vision SF50, CubCrafters XCub, Daher TBM 930, De Havilland CL-415, Diamond DA40 NG and DA62, King Air 350i and C90GTx, Pilatus PC-12 NGX and PC-6/B2, Robin DR400, Pipistrel Virus, Pitts S2S, and Robin CAP 10. SimProcedures Pro, 10 aircraft plus editor: Baron G58, Boeing 747-8 and 787-10, Cessna 408 SkyCourier, Cirrus SR22, DHC-6-300 Twin Otter, FlyByWire A32NX, iniBuilds A320neo, Pilatus PC-24, and Saab 340B. Premium, 9 aircraft across 7 products: Daher Kodiak 100 (SWS), Fenix A320, Aerosoft CRJ-700, Just Flight Hawk T1, PMDG 737-800, A2A Accu-Sim Aerostar 600, and Black Square Caravan Professional with Passenger, Amphibian, and Cargomaster variants. = BUILT FOR THE COCKPIT = • Work through every checklist phase step by step • Keep only one checklist active across the app • Use Flight Mode to keep the display awake during an active checklist • Continue an active checklist between iPhone and iPad with Handoff • Resume directly from the Lock Screen, Dynamic Island, or Home Screen widget • Find aircraft quickly with search and favorites • Receive verified new and updated checklist content through the built-in catalog = EDITOR (Pro) = • Create your own aircraft with phases, items, and critical notes • Duplicate any built-in aircraft and customize it • Start in English, then add German, French, Spanish, or Italian translations • Sync your custom aircraft across devices through iCloud = NATIVE FOR iOS = • Native iPad split view designed for use beside your simulator • iCloud sync for custom aircraft, favorites, and checklist progress • VoiceOver support and a dark cockpit theme • Universal app for iPhone and iPad with iOS 17 or later = DISCLAIMER = SimProcedures is intended exclusively for flight simulator use. It must not be used for real-world aviation. SimProcedures is not affiliated with any aircraft manufacturer or simulation add-on developer. Checklists are based on publicly available procedures and adapted for simulator use. = SIMPLE OWNERSHIP = • Free: 24 aircraft and the complete checklist flow • SimProcedures Pro: editor and 10 additional aircraft as a one-time purchase • Premium: 9 advanced simulation aircraft across 7 one-time purchases No subscriptions. No tracking. No advertising. Restore purchases at any time. Feedback: contact@elmundi.net Developed by ElMundi Labs.

Screenshots

Flight Sim Deck4 screens
SimProcedures4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flight Sim Deck at none against SimProcedures's 7. Flight Sim Deck also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). SimProcedures's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, ads 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. SimProcedures sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Flight Sim Deck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flight Sim Deck ships an update weekly, SimProcedures every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Flight Sim Deck versus SimProcedures: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight Sim DeckSimProcedures
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerjerome BENAUTHolger Mundt

In-app purchases

None

Flight Sim Deck

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

SimProcedures

One-time7
  • Kodiak 100 Series II$1.99
  • PMDG 737-800$1.99
  • Fenix A320$1.99
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  • Aerosoft CRJ-700$1.99
  • Just Flight Hawk T1$1.99
  • A2A Accu-Sim Aerostar 600$1.99
  • SimProcedures Pro$3.99

Questions

Is Flight Sim Deck free?
Flight Sim Deck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SimProcedures free?
SimProcedures is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flight Sim Deck or SimProcedures have ads?
Neither Flight Sim Deck nor SimProcedures shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flight Sim Deck or SimProcedures?
Flight Sim Deck ships an update weekly, and SimProcedures every 3 days. Most recently, Flight Sim Deck was updated on September 30, 2026 and SimProcedures on September 24, 2026.

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