Comparison

AirFMC vs RFS

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

Head to head
About

AirFMC

Enhance your flight simulator experience with a portable, wireless CDU interface. Control your flight management system from your tablet, freeing up your main screen for scenic views. Supports a wide range of popular aircraft and FMC systems for X-Plane and MSFS 2020.

Highlights
  • Wireless CDU control
  • Portable tablet interface
  • Frees up main simulator screen
  • Supports X-Plane and MSFS 2020
  • Wide aircraft compatibility
Features
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Designed to integrate with the X-Plane flight simulator, AirFMC provides an interface layer to your favourite flight management system and allows you to have a remote, portable and beautiful CDU, leaving your screen free for enjoying the scenic routes. Flying with an FMC is good but have you ever thought how annoying it is to have to look for the small keys on a virtual cockpit and click on them with a mouse to get something done? What if you could now do it wirelessly with your fingertips using an iPad's big screen? And what if you could use just one App for all your favourite planes? AirFMC does just this; brings the CDU of your favourite planes to the tip of your fingers. In its current release we are proud to support the following list of planes and FMC systems: For X-Plane: - The x737 Boeing 737-800 from EADT using x737FMC - The UFMC from Javier Cortes - The CRJ-200 from Javier Rollon - The Boeing 777 Worldliner by FlightFactor - The Boeing 757 Professional by FlightFactor - The X-FMC freeware project and all the planes in which it runs - The QPAC A320 v2 - The Boeing 767 from VMAX - The A320NEO from JAR Design - The Boeing 737 Classifc from IXEG / X-Aviation - The Boeing 737-800 modified by Zibo - The Airbus A350 XWB Advanced from FlightFactor - The Airbus A319, A321 and A340 from ToLiss - The A330 from JAR Design - The MD80 from Rotate - The Boeing 737-700 and 737-900 Ultimate - The A320 from Flight Factor - The Hot Start CL650 - And lastly the X-Plane airliner FMC shipped with default planes FOr MSFS 2020: - PMDG 737 NG3 Family of Planes Please note, AirFMC is not an FMC in its own right. It does not have "intelligence" so to say, it does not manage routes nor flight performance parameters. At least, not yet! What it does is, it connects to planes that already have these systems and provides an interface surface to their CDUs. AirFMC works in conjunction with X-Plane and MSF2020 (on selected planes) through the use of a plugin which must be installed in the flight simulator and it requires a TCP/IP network connecting this app to a flight simulator.

About

RFS

Experience the thrill of piloting an aircraft with a realistic flight simulator. Learn takeoffs, landings, and full flights with detailed 3D cockpits and extensive airport options. Engage in multiplayer mode or try your hand at air traffic control.

Highlights
  • 60+ airplane models with 3D cockpits
  • 1900+ HD airports with 3D buildings
  • Real-time flights and weather
  • Multiplayer mode with global community
  • Air Traffic Control (ATC) game mode
  • Customizable liveries and airport designs
Features
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EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE FLIGHT SIMULATOR ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE! Immerse yourself in the captivating world of aviation with RFS - Real Flight Simulator. Our cutting-edge flight simulation technology allows you to experience the thrill of being a pro pilot from your device. Whether you want realistic airplane games or a professional flight simulator, RFS delivers an unparalleled journey. FLY NOW, ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD! Learn to take off, land, and complete full flights in a global flight simulation environment. Explore aircraft with 3D live cockpits, visit 30 HD airports, and navigate 500 SD airports. Personalize instruments, use automatic flight plans, and experience the finest detail in this global flight simulator. Master your skills with our pilot tutorials and become a master of flight simulation! Manual/Tutorial: Real Flight Simulator Wiki UNLOCK THE FULL REAL FLIGHT SIMULATOR EXPERIENCE Choose the subscription that fits: monthly, six-month, or yearly. Join virtual aviators and access premium features in the most advanced airplane simulator and flight simulator available on the App Store. BUCKLE UP AND BECOME A REAL PILOT! As a pro pilot in our flight simulator, you will enjoy a vast array of features for the ultimate flight simulation: • 60+ AIRPLANE MODELS: Take command of airplane models with realistic 3D cockpits and authentic lighting. Experience pilot systems and instruments in every flight. • 1900+ HD AIRPORTS: Land your airplane at 3D airports featuring realistic buildings, vehicles, and authentic ground procedures. This is the most detailed airport simulation in a mobile flight simulator. • REAL-TIME FLIGHTS & WEATHER: Join 40,000+ real-time flights daily with live air traffic at global hubs. Experience real-time weather that challenges your pilot skills in this realistic flight simulator. • DETAILED CHECKLISTS: Follow authentic pilot procedures for takeoff and landing to fully immerse yourself in the flight simulation. • ADVANCED GROUND SYSTEMS: Interact with refueling trucks, passenger vehicles, and follow-me cars upon landing your airplane. • ADVANCED FLIGHT PLANNING: Customize real-time weather, system failures, and navigation routes. Share flight plans with other pilots for a connected flight simulation community. • AUTOPILOT & ASSISTED LANDING: Utilize precise autopilot and our Automatic Landing System for long-haul airplane missions. • REALISTIC SATELLITE SCENERY: Explore the world with high-definition satellite terrain and height maps in stunning 3D. This is global flight simulation at its finest. ENGAGE IN GLOBAL MULTIPLAYER MODES • Join hundreds of other pilots and fly together in any part of the world. • Chat with fellow multiplayer pilots, participate in weekly events, and join Virtual Airlines (VA) to earn Flight Points. RFS is the premier multiplayer flight simulator. ATC MODE: BECOME AN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER • ATC GAME MODE: Organize aircraft traffic, give instructions, and guide planes to fly safely. • Enjoy interactive multi-voice ATC procedures and communications. Experience the dual role of pilot and controller in one simulation. CREATE AND SHARE YOUR AVIATION PASSION • CUSTOMIZE YOUR PLANE: Design your own airplane liveries and share them globally. • DESIGN YOUR AIRPORT: Model your favorite HD airport, and watch other pilots take off from your creation in the flight simulator. • PLANE SPOTTING: Capture your favorite planes. Experience city lights at night and the ethereal play of light and clouds during sunrise and sunset. • Join the Real Flight Simulator community, discover new flight routes, and interact with aviation enthusiasts. REAL-TIME SIMULATION REQUIREMENTS Internet Connection is required for the full scope of aviation experiences and multiplayer features. GET READY TO SOAR THE SKIES! Buckle up and become a Real Pilot in RFS - Real Flight Simulator! TERMS OF USE: https://www.rortos.com/terms-of-use/ Support: rfs@rortos.com

Screenshots

AirFMC4 screens
RFS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RFS at $0.99 against AirFMC's $19.99. RFS also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (24K vs 15). AirFMC's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13). On review sentiment, update cadence, 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

AirFMC costs $19.99 and RFS $0.99 up front. RFS sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AirFMC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RFS holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RFS has 24K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of AirFMC's written reviews are positive against 74% of RFS's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AirFMC ships an update every 6 weeks, RFS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
AirFMC versus RFS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirFMCRFS
Price$19.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.2 (15 ratings)4.6 (24K ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.6% of reviews — better73.9% of reviews
Number of ratings1524K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
Best chart rank—#6 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB547 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoao CabralRORTOS SRL

Customer experience

AirFMC

All ratings15 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive77.6%
Neutral2.0%
Negative20.4%

RFS

All ratings24,065 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews2,756 reviews
Positive73.9%
Neutral9.6%
Negative16.5%

Bugs and requests

AirFMC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

RFS

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Subscription issues when switching devices
  • Runway and taxiway rendering problems
  • Autopilot disconnects during long flights
  • Inconsistent landing gear and reverse thrust behavior

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add more free aircraft options
  • Improve ATC functionality and realism
  • Implement more advanced camera views (cabin, under-wing, etc.)
  • Add support for external controllers (throttle, etc.)
  • Improve weather effects and turbulence simulation
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  • Expand airport selection, especially in Canada

In-app purchases

None

AirFMC

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

RFS

Subscriptions8
  • RFS Pro (1 month)$3.991 Month
  • RFS Pro (1 month)3 variants$4.991 Month
  • RFS Pro (1 month)1 Month trial$5.991 Month
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  • RFS Pro (1 month)$5.991 Month
  • RFS Pro (6 months)$19.996 Months
  • RFS Pro (6 month)2 variants$19.996 Months
  • RFS Pro (1 year)2 variants$29.991 Year
  • RFS Pro (1 year)$39.991 Year

Questions

Is AirFMC free?
AirFMC costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RFS free?
RFS costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AirFMC or RFS?
RFS is rated higher. AirFMC averages 4.2 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while RFS averages 4.6 from 24K ratings.
Do AirFMC or RFS have ads?
Neither AirFMC nor RFS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AirFMC or RFS?
AirFMC ships an update every 6 weeks, and RFS every 3 weeks. Most recently, AirFMC was updated on October 19, 2026 and RFS on October 28, 2026.

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