Comparison

Airworthy vs PilotPrep

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

Head to head
About

Airworthy

Features
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Airworthy: Private Pilot is a beautifully gamified FAA PPL knowledge-test study app. Every study area the FAA tests β€” regulations, aerodynamics, systems, weather, airspace, charts, navigation, performance, W&B, airport operations, aeromedical factors, ADM, and emergencies β€” wrapped up in bite-sized quizzes, smart flashcards, and a full 60-question mock exam. WHAT’S INSIDE β€’ 470+ curated questions covering every PAR content area β€’ 120 smart flashcards with spaced repetition β€’ 40+ figure-based questions with zoomable sectional chart excerpts, METARs, TAFs, performance charts, and W&B graphs β€” from the FAA’s own Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement β€’ A 60-question final mock exam that simulates the real PAR β€’ Gamified progress: streaks, XP, levels, and 18 badges to earn β€’ Clean, fast, works offline β€” no account, no tracking, no ads DESIGNED FOR PILOTS Built by and for student pilots. Every question explanation cites the relevant 14 CFR Part 61/91 regulation or FAA handbook passage, so you’re learning the why β€” not just memorizing. FREE TO START Work through the first two units β€” Eligibility & Privileges, and Rules of Flight β€” plus 30 flashcards, no sign-up required. Upgrade to Full Access ($24.99 one-time) to unlock the full question bank, flashcards, practice tests, and the mock exam. No subscription, no recurring charges. DISCLAIMER Airworthy is an independent study aid based on the FAA Airman Certification Standards for the Private Pilot β€” Airplane knowledge test. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the FAA.

About

PilotPrep

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Pass the FAA Private Pilot Airplane knowledge test β€” the written exam every student pilot must pass before the checkride. PilotPrep turns the whole Private Pilot syllabus into a game you can finish in a few minutes a day, and the first unit is free. READ REAL FAA CHART FIGURES Chart and weather questions sink more test-takers than anything else. PilotPrep drops the actual FAA sectional-chart and METAR figures right inside the question β€” airspace boundaries, tower and CTAF frequencies, obstruction heights, winds, and visibility β€” the same figures you'll decode on exam day. 335 QUESTIONS ACROSS EVERY ACS AREA A guided path covers the entire Private Pilot Airplane ACS: regulations, airspace and the National Airspace System, weather, aerodynamics, aircraft systems and performance, weight and balance, navigation, aeromedical factors, and aeronautical decision-making. Multiple choice, typing, matching, and true/false keep every lesson fresh, and every answer is explained and cited to its 14 CFR or FAA source. SIT THE WRITTEN BEFORE YOU SIT THE WRITTEN The full-length Practice Exam mirrors the real knowledge test: 60 questions, 42 correct to pass (70%), scored the moment you finish so you know exactly where you stand. SMART REVIEW THAT REMEMBERS FOR YOU Spaced repetition tracks every fact you've seen and brings back the ones you're about to forget β€” weakest first. A readiness score climbs as your test date approaches, so you walk in confident instead of guessing. MADE FOR BUSY STUDENT PILOTS β€’ Daily goals, streaks, and gentle reminders keep you consistent β€’ Hearts, XP, and a game map make studying feel like play β€’ Works entirely offline for studying β€” no account, no sign-up FREE TO START, PREMIUM TO TEST The first unit and daily practice are free, ad-supported. Premium unlocks every unit of the syllabus, removes all ads, adds unlimited full-length 60-question practice exams, and gives unlimited hearts β€” monthly ($9.99) or one-time lifetime ($29.99). PilotPrep is an independent study aid and is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Always verify against current FAA publications before you fly or test. TERMS & PRIVACY Premium is offered as an auto-renewing monthly subscription ($9.99) or a one-time lifetime purchase ($29.99). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at purchase confirmation. The monthly subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://parthnandaniya.github.io/civicspath-legal/pilotprep-privacy.html

Screenshots

Airworthy4 screens
PilotPrep4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Airworthy at none against PilotPrep's shown. Airworthy also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Airworthy sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and PilotPrep sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Airworthy versus PilotPrep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirworthyPilotPrep
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsβ€”
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size20 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperFireside WiFi LLCParth Nandaniya

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Airworthy

One-time2
  • Airworthy Full Access$19.99
  • Full Access$24.99
2 purchases

PilotPrep

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Airworthy free?
Airworthy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PilotPrep free?
PilotPrep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Airworthy or PilotPrep have ads?
PilotPrep shows ads; Airworthy does not.

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