Comparison

Simionic G1000 (MFD) vs VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer

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

Head to head
About

Simionic G1000 (MFD)

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
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Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xePnu3MsBQ IMPORTANT NOTICE: 1. This app emulates G1000 MFD functionalities only. It does not include PFD functionalities. To obtain PFD functionalities, download the PFD app from AppStore which can co-operate with this app(MFD) via wifi connection. Download address of PFD app: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id501990787?mt=8 2. This app is for practice only. The navigation database included in this app may be outdated and very possible to be different from what it is in real life. 3. Due to huge memory consumption, it's highly recommended that you install this app on an iPad which has at least 1G memory on board. Thus, install this app on iPad 1, iPad 2 or iPad mini is not recommended. Running this app on iPad Air or newer devices will get you a much better performance. Disclaimer: -Simionic and the seller are not affiliated with Garmin, -The app is not provided, approved, endorsed, or otherwise supported by Garmin. This is an app which simulates the Multi Function Display(MFD) of the Garmin G1000 used on Cessna 182T, 172S, 172R, 206H and Beechcraft Baron G58. It can also be configured to adapt piston, turboprop and jet engines. Most of the functionalities are implemented just as they are in the real life. It can be used by aviation enthusiasts as well as pilots to perform either an IFR training or just to familiarize the operations of G1000 MFD. This app is capable to connect to another app which simulates the G1000 PFD via wifi connection through which you can have a complete set of G1000 and make them work with FSX, Prepar3D , X-Plane or InfiniteFlight to get the best experience. G1000 is a highly integrated system, it is very powerful and also very complicated. It is recommended that you have a real G1000 user guide from Garmin. Details: 1. Global navigation database and topo data 2. Engine status simulation 3. Functional "Map Setup" 4. All pages including AUX pages are implemented 5. Terminal procedures are included 6. User waypoint creating/editing 7. User defined holding patterns 8. Flight plans storing/editing 9. Checklists for Cessna 182T, 172S, 172R and 206H are included 10. PFD connection via wifi

About

VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer

A digital E6B flight computer for pilots and student pilots. Quickly perform essential flight planning calculations like wind correction, fuel burn, and density altitude. Features an 'Explain Mode' to help users understand the results.

Highlights
  • Wind correction angle calculation
  • Density altitude and TAS calculation
  • Fuel burn and endurance calculation
  • PPL formulas and unit conversions
  • Explain Mode for understanding results
  • Offline functionality
  • Pilot-focused interface
Features
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VFR Wise E6B is a modern E6B flight computer for pilots and student pilots. Calculate wind correction angle, heading and groundspeed, density altitude, fuel burn and other core flight-planning calculations in seconds. Important: the app interface remains in English by design. That helps keep aviation terminology familiar, especially because much training material and ATC phraseology are commonly used in English. What you can do: - Calculate wind correction angle, heading and groundspeed - Calculate density altitude, TAS, and crosswind or headwind components - Check fuel burn, endurance, time, speed and distance - Keep useful PPL formulas and aviation unit conversions close at hand - Use Explain Mode to understand how each result is produced - Work fully offline with a clean, pilot-focused interface - On Apple Watch (included free with the iPhone app): use the core calculators on the go from your wrist, without needing your phone Built for learning and planning on the ground: - Fast answers for common E6B problems - Clear results without spinning-wheel fuss - Helpful explanations for student pilots and instructors - Quick access to the calculations you actually use in training and planning - Apple Watch companion for on-the-go access to the core calculators Disclaimer: This app is a planning and learning aid designed for use on the ground, not for in-flight navigation. Always verify calculations and use official sources, approved procedures, and pilot judgment.

Screenshots

VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer at 100% against Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s 23%. VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On ads 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

Simionic G1000 (MFD) costs $9.99 and VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer $4.99 up front. Simionic G1000 (MFD) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simionic G1000 (MFD) ships an update every 3 months, VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Simionic G1000 (MFD) versus VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimionic G1000 (MFD)VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer
Price$9.99$4.99 — better
Rating3.6 (67 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings67 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size1.9 GB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晨 李Ashley Poole

Customer experience

Simionic G1000 (MFD)

All ratings67 ratings
Positive61.2%
Neutral7.5%
Negative31.3%
Written reviews124 reviews
Positive23.4%
Neutral10.5%
Negative66.1%

VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Simionic G1000 (MFD)

Reported bugs

41 issues
  • 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
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  • Does not talk to X-Plane beyond basic parameters
  • Location always set in China
  • No way to pair both iPads
  • MFD needs to connect to PFD app
  • Won't work without another iPad running PFD
  • MFD is a waste of money without PFD
  • WiFi connection with PFD is flaky
  • FMS knob difficult to use, menu disappears
  • Navigational position is not correct when connected to X-Plane
  • Autopilot is severely underdamped when connected to X-Plane
  • Transponder IDENT does not send message to X-Plane
  • Turn-rate indicator is wrong
  • Crashes every time it's started
  • MFD crashes every time knob is turned or menu operated
  • Crashes make it unusable
  • Crashes too much
  • Numb - and + signs don't give enough time
  • PFD app crashes, MFD app crashes
  • MFD app crashes quite frequently
  • MFD freezes at MFD/PFD connect screen
  • Plane loses GPS tracking
  • Tracks left of ILS runway approach
  • Database not always accurate
  • Pane does not always follow hold entry
  • MFD crashes every few seconds if FPL involved
  • Aircraft not lined up with sim
  • MFD crashes constantly
  • Random crashes
  • MFD freezes or crashes when creating flight plan
  • App freezes on initial start up
  • Connection between two iPads very clunky
  • Constantly crashes when trying to enter flight plan
  • MFD locks up on regular basis, particularly when loading approach
  • MFD is unusable, crashes all the time
  • Freezes when trying flight plan or 'direct to' location
  • Kicks out of app when clicking FMS to change settings

Requested features

12 requests
  • 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
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  • Allow iPhone to generate vector information
  • Support for Cirrus aircraft including Vision Jet
  • Use iPad keyboard for waypoint entry
  • Increase FMS knob active time
  • Make PFD and MFD pairable on same iPad
  • Update NAV database
  • Make PFD and MFD work on same iPad

VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Simionic G1000 (MFD)

One-time2
  • Beechcraft Baron G58$1.99
  • Aircraft Customization$1.99
None

VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simionic G1000 (MFD) free?
Simionic G1000 (MFD) costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer free?
VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simionic G1000 (MFD) or VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer have ads?
Neither Simionic G1000 (MFD) nor VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simionic G1000 (MFD) or VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer?
Simionic G1000 (MFD) ships an update every 3 months, and VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer weekly. Most recently, Simionic G1000 (MFD) was updated on September 22, 2026 and VFR Wise E6B Flight Computer on September 13, 2026.

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