# Simionic G1000 (MFD) vs LogTen Pilot Logbook

The clearest difference is price: LogTen Pilot Logbook at Free against Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s $9.99. LogTen Pilot Logbook also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Simionic G1000 (MFD)'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

LogTen Pilot Logbook is free to download; Simionic G1000 (MFD) costs $9.99 up front. Simionic G1000 (MFD) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and LogTen Pilot Logbook sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LogTen Pilot Logbook holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LogTen Pilot Logbook has 10K 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 38% of LogTen Pilot Logbook's.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Simionic G1000 (MFD) | LogTen Pilot Logbook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.6 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-mfd/id827464105/reviews) | **[4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logten-pilot-logbook/id837274884/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 67 | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.4% of reviews | **37.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#123** |
| Size | 1.9 GB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [晨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/437850525) | [Coradine Aviation Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/286222901) |

## 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


### LogTen Pilot Logbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logten-pilot-logbook/id837274884)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This digital flight logbook helps pilots track flight hours, currency, and certificates. It offers automated data entry, powerful analytics, and career advancement tools.  Free for the first 50 hours of flight time.

**Highlights:** Lightning-fast data entry, Automated and customizable logging, Syncs across all devices, Automated and manual backups, Key flight analytics, Smart Group technology for tracking, Career matching and job search

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Founder Basic | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Founder Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Enterprise Basic | $69.99 | per year |
| Founder Basic | $74.99 | per year |
| Basic | $79.99 | per year |
| Enterprise Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Founder Pro | $104.99 | per year |
| Pro | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Keeps getting better
- 👍 Great customer support
- 🚀 Friendly and intuitive
- 👍 Wonderful support for any issue
- 👍 Excellent app for logging flights

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and sync issues
- 🐛 Random discrepancies between devices
- 🐛 Lost all data after update
- 🐛 Importing flight data is horrible
- 🐛 Missing data after years of use

**Reported bugs**

- Entire logbook data wiped out after update
- Sync issues causing data loss
- Backup and restore functionality not reliable
- Logbook entries disappearing or getting corrupted

**Requested features**

- Ability to log simulator and instrument flying
- Direct import of airline schedules
- Unlimited crew labels
- Ability to annotate route of flight
- More customization options for logbook layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simionic G1000 (MFD) free?

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

### Is LogTen Pilot Logbook free?

LogTen Pilot Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simionic G1000 (MFD) or LogTen Pilot Logbook?

LogTen Pilot Logbook is rated higher. Simionic G1000 (MFD) averages 3.6 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while LogTen Pilot Logbook averages 4.7 from 10K ratings.

### Do Simionic G1000 (MFD) or LogTen Pilot Logbook have ads?

Neither Simionic G1000 (MFD) nor LogTen Pilot Logbook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simionic G1000 (MFD) or LogTen Pilot Logbook?

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

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*