# Simionic G1000 (MFD) vs xWind

The clearest difference is review sentiment: xWind at 75% against Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s 23%. xWind also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.6) and price ($0.99 vs $9.99). Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Simionic G1000 (MFD) costs $9.99 and xWind $0.99 up front. Simionic G1000 (MFD) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. xWind asks for nothing beyond the download.

xWind holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xWind has 550 ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s written reviews are positive against 75% of xWind's.

Simionic G1000 (MFD) ships an update every 3 months, xWind fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simionic G1000 (MFD) | xWind |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [3.6 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-mfd/id827464105/reviews) | **[4.6 (550 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xwind/id1477120117/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 67 | **550** |
| Positive reviews | 23.4% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 1.9 GB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [晨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/437850525) | [Jan Bloemendaal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477120116) |

## What reviewers say

### Simionic G1000 (MFD)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-mfd/id827464105)

This application simulates the Multi Function Display (MFD) of the Garmin G1000 avionics system. It's designed for aviation enthusiasts and pilots to practice IFR training or familiarize themselves with G1000 MFD operations. The app can connect to a separate PFD simulator via Wi-Fi for a complete G1000 experience.

**Highlights:** Garmin G1000 MFD simulation, Global navigation database and topo data, Engine status simulation, Functional 'Map Setup', All pages including AUX pages, Terminal procedures, User waypoint creation/editing, PFD connection via Wi-Fi

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beechcraft Baron G58 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Aircraft Customization | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for learning G1000
- 👍 Works with X-Plane
- 👍 Close to real G1000
- 👍 Good for currency/testing
- 👍 Useful review tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Freezes often
- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🐛 Controls difficult to use
- 🐛 Not standalone

**Reported bugs**

- Navigation settings don't sync with FS2020 G1000
- Hangs and crashes every time
- PFD is also buggy
- Doesn't integrate with flight plans created in FS
- Two G1000s fight for control on autopilot

**Requested features**

- Change aircraft location on MFD
- Sync navigation settings with FS2020 G1000
- Allow standalone MFD use without PFD
- Integrate with flight plans created in FS
- Allow PFD to run on iPhone


### xWind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xwind/id1477120117)

This tool helps pilots quickly assess wind conditions relative to aircraft limitations. It displays essential wind data, including headwind, crosswind, and tailwind components, along with runway course and wind limits on a single screen for easy reference during flight.

**Highlights:** Headwind, crosswind, and tailwind calculation, Displays current wind direction and speed, Shows runway course, Indicates applied wind limits, Identifies 'forbidden' wind angles, Provides maximum wind speed table, Adjustable wind and runway settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and read
- 👍 Works well for its intended purpose
- 👍 Good interface
- 👍 Remembers settings
- 👍 Helpful for visualizing wind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Numbers are unlabeled and ambiguous
- 🤔 Not intuitive
- 🤔 Difficult to understand
- 🤔 Instructions could be clearer
- 🤔 Old version was better

**Reported bugs**

- Speed toggle doesn't work, always shows MPS

**Requested features**

- Incorporate gust factors
- 3 customizable buttons for quick limit settings
- Different colored concentric rings inside the red limit ring


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simionic G1000 (MFD) free?

Simionic G1000 (MFD) costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is xWind free?

xWind costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simionic G1000 (MFD) or xWind?

xWind is rated higher. Simionic G1000 (MFD) averages 3.6 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while xWind averages 4.6 from 550 ratings.

### Do Simionic G1000 (MFD) or xWind have ads?

Neither Simionic G1000 (MFD) nor xWind shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simionic G1000 (MFD) or xWind?

Simionic G1000 (MFD) ships an update every 3 months, and xWind fortnightly. Most recently, Simionic G1000 (MFD) was updated on September 22, 2026 and xWind on September 25, 2026.

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