# NRST vs SkyTimer

The clearest difference is monetization model: SkyTimer at freemium against NRST's subscription. SkyTimer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). NRST's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NRST sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year and SkyTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NRST holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 22 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 47% of NRST's written reviews are positive against 54% of SkyTimer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

NRST ships an update every 4 months, SkyTimer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NRST | SkyTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrst/id828514590/reviews)** | [4.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skytimer/id1521776101/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **22** |
| Positive reviews | 46.9% of reviews | **53.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 50 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Toonsy Net](https://appshunter.io/developer/319239704) | [Framework Learning, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435740981) |

## What reviewers say

### NRST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrst/id828514590)

This app helps pilots navigate by providing essential airport information, including distance, elevation, and required descent rates. It offers real-time data updates and customizable descent settings for various aircraft types. Worldwide airport coverage is available, with daily database updates.

**Highlights:** Real-time airport data, Customizable descent rate, Worldwide airport coverage, Filter airports by runway, Glide distance calculation, Watch app integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Early Adopter Device Subscription | $0.99 | per year |
| Early Adopter Device and Watch Bronze | $1.99 | per year |
| Device Only | $11.99 | per year |
| Device Only | $14.99 | per year |
| Device and Watch | $17.99 | per year |
| Device and Watch | $24.99 | per year |


### SkyTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skytimer/id1521776101)

This app automatically logs flights, tracks fuel burn, and manages tank levels in real-time from your wrist, phone, or iPad. It provides detailed flight logs and can export data, acting as a cockpit companion for pilots.

**Highlights:** Automatic flight logging, Real-time fuel tracking, Multi-tank and engine support, Worldwide airport database, Smart fuel balancing, Detailed flight logs, Cross-device sync

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plus Subscription | $2.49 | per month |
| Annual Plus Subscription | $17.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NRST free?

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

### Is SkyTimer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NRST or SkyTimer?

NRST is rated higher. NRST averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SkyTimer averages 4.0 from 22 ratings.

### Do NRST or SkyTimer have ads?

Neither NRST nor SkyTimer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NRST or SkyTimer?

NRST ships an update every 4 months, and SkyTimer fortnightly. Most recently, NRST was updated on September 14, 2026 and SkyTimer on September 20, 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.*