Comparison

AFOQT vs Brain Preflight

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

Head to head
About

AFOQT

Prepare for aviation cognitive assessments with a suite of scientifically grounded tests. Improve memory, attention, spatial reasoning, and processing speed with modules designed for aspiring pilots and air traffic controllers.

Highlights
  • 14 test modules covering memory, attention, spatial, and processing
  • Working memory and digit recall training
  • Selective and sustained attention exercises
  • Perceptual speed and reaction time drills
  • Numerical reasoning and associative memory tests
  • Audio-visual and spatial orientation modules
Features
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Pilot Aptitude Test is a cognitive assessment suite designed to help aspiring pilots and aviation professionals prepare for the mental demands of pilot and air traffic controller selection programs. Built on well-established paradigms from cognitive psychology, Pilot Aptitude Test features ten scientifically grounded test modules covering working memory, digit recall, selective attention, sustained attention, perceptual speed, reaction time, numerical reasoning, associative memory, audio-visual processing, and spatial orientation. Whether you're preparing for airline cadet programs, military pilot selection, or air traffic controller assessments, Pilot Aptitude Test gives you the tools to train, track, and improve your cognitive performance. WHAT'S INSIDE? 6 CATEGORY AND 21 TEST MODULES COVERING KEY COGNITIVE DOMAINS CATEGORIES: Memory Attention Spatial Processing Coordination Simulation MODULES: Memory Span (Reverse) and Digit Span Digit sequences are played aloud one by one. Recall and enter them in reverse order. Measures how well you hold and manipulate information under pressure a critical cockpit skill. Tests both short-term memory capacity and working memory manipulation two distinct abilities assessed in pilot screening. Concentration Triangles appear with varying colors, orientations, and dot patterns. Identify matching properties based on changing rules. Tests your ability to filter relevant information and adapt to rule switches. Sustained Attention Respond to target letters among rapid distractors over an extended period. Based on the Continuous Performance Task paradigm, this measures your vigilance critical during long flights and monitoring. Perceptual Speed Cockpit-style dials flash briefly on screen. Read, memorize, and recall instrument values before time runs out. Measures how quickly and accurately you process visual information. Agility React to visual stimuli at unpredictable intervals while avoiding false triggers. Measures reaction time in milliseconds and evaluates speed-accuracy balance for split-second decisions. Mental Arithmetic and Number Series Solve chain calculations under increasing time pressure. Evaluates numerical reasoning speed the same demand pilots face during fuel calculations, descent planning, and real-time decision-making. Visual Memory Symbol–number pairs are displayed briefly. Memorize the associations, then match each symbol to its correct number. Measures your ability to rapidly encode and retrieve visual information. Audio Visual Memory Information arrives through audio and visual channels simultaneously. Memorize both, then recall what you heard and saw. The most demanding module testing multi-sensory processing and retention. Cube Rotation and Cube Folding Determine which rotated 3D cube matches the target orientation. Evaluates mental rotation ability relevant to navigation, orientation. Coordinate System Read distance, heading and rotations on a radar-style coordinate grid. Monitoring A cluster of dots appears on screen for a brief duration then disappears. Measures perception to rapid serial counting. KEY FEATURES 21 cognitive test modules based on published research Adjustable difficulty levels and round counts Detailed performance tracking with accuracy percentages Session history with per-module filtering WHO IS THIS FOR? Aspiring airline and military pilots preparing for cognitive aptitude screening Air traffic controller applicants practicing cognitive assessments Aviation cadets and students sharpening core mental abilities This app is an independent preparation tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any official institution, organization, airline, or testing authority. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: https://pilot.candevecioglu.com/support/ Terms of Use: https://pilot.candevecioglu.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://pilot.candevecioglu.com/privacy-policy/

About

Brain Preflight

Engage in daily brain training with exercises mirroring pilot aptitude tests. Improve memory, logic, spatial reasoning, and multitasking skills. Prepare for aviation selections with tailored programs and mock exams.

Highlights
  • Pilot aptitude test exercises
  • Memory, logic, spatial, multitasking training
  • Tailored selection preparation programs
  • Full mock exams under real conditions
  • Cognitive diagnostic tools
  • 100% offline functionality
  • Aviation English and culture knowledge
Features
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Brain Preflight: the aptitude tests airline pilots take, turned into daily brain training. Two ways to play: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN The same exercises used in pilot selections — memory, logic, spatial, multitasking — in a few minutes a day. Rank up, keep your streak, and keep your mind sharp with drills on another level than classic puzzle games. PREP YOUR SELECTION Applying as a cadet pilot, ENAC, air traffic controller, military? Pick your target: tailored program, countdown to test day, full mock exam under real conditions (Premium) and a diagnostic of your weak spots. 17 exercises calibrated on the real cognitive families: • Reasoning — number sequences, calculation grids, odd/even • Spatial — mental rotation, cubes, stacks, 3D objects • Memory — 2-back, word boxes, star words • Multitasking — Airways (air traffic control), psychomotor • Language and knowledge — aviation English, aviation culture 100% offline — train anywhere, no connection. Independent app — not affiliated with any airline, school or test publisher mentioned. — Brain Preflight Premium — Unlimited, ad-free, full mock exam and diagnostic. • Monthly: 7.99 EUR — Yearly: 44.99 EUR (or local equivalent) Billed to your Apple account, auto-renews unless cancelled 24h before period end. Manage in iOS Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://aakk91.github.io/preflight-legal/privacy-policy-en.html

Screenshots

AFOQT4 screens
Brain Preflight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: AFOQT at none against Brain Preflight's shown. Brain Preflight's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. AFOQT sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Brain Preflight sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for AFOQT against 5.0 for Brain Preflight. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AFOQT ships an update every 6 days, Brain Preflight every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
AFOQT versus Brain Preflight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAFOQTBrain Preflight
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCan DeveciogluAmine Kara

Customer experience

AFOQT

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Brain Preflight

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

AFOQT

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pro Access$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro Access$12.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Access$19.99
2 purchases

Brain Preflight

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is AFOQT free?
AFOQT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Brain Preflight free?
Brain Preflight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AFOQT or Brain Preflight?
AFOQT and Brain Preflight are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do AFOQT or Brain Preflight have ads?
Brain Preflight shows ads; AFOQT does not.
Which is updated more often, AFOQT or Brain Preflight?
AFOQT ships an update every 6 days, and Brain Preflight every 2 days. Most recently, AFOQT was updated on October 16, 2026 and Brain Preflight on October 19, 2026.

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