# Simionic G1000 (MFD) vs Q400

The clearest difference is price: Q400 at Free against Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s $9.99. Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Q400 is free to download; Simionic G1000 (MFD) costs $9.99 up front. Simionic G1000 (MFD) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Q400 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simionic G1000 (MFD) | Q400 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[3.6 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-mfd/id827464105/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **67** | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 1.9 GB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [晨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/437850525) | [MacLaren's Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/549588446) |

## 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


### Q400

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/q400-performance/id6758963990)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simionic G1000 (MFD) free?

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

### Is Q400 free?

Q400 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Simionic G1000 (MFD) or Q400 have ads?

Neither Simionic G1000 (MFD) nor Q400 shows ads.

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