Comparison

Spektrum AS3X Programmer vs AutoPylot For Drones

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

Head to head
About

Spektrum AS3X Programmer

This free app allows users to program Spektrum AS3X receivers with an intuitive interface. Customize flight modes, servo settings, and channel mapping for an expertly tuned flying experience. Compatible with select Spektrum AS3X receivers.

Highlights
  • Create AS3X flight modes
  • Activate wing and tail mixes
  • Make servo adjustments
  • Adjust dual rate and expo
  • Map output for each channel
  • Make gain adjustments
Features
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This free AS3X® programming app is for use with next generation Spektrum™ AS3X receivers. Using its intuitive graphical interface you can: - Create different AS3X flight modes - Activate different wing and tail mixes - Make servo adjustments: reverse, subtrim, travel and balance - Adjust dual rate and expo - Map output for each channel - Make gain adjustments And more! It is compatible with the following Spektrum AS3X receivers: · AR6335 6-Channel Nanolite (SPMAR6335) · AR636 6-Channel Sport (SPMAR636) · AR7350 7-Channel (SPMAR7350) · AR9350 9-Channel (SPMAR9350) A Spektrum AS3X Programming Cable with Audio Connector (SPMA3080) is required. What is AS3X Technology? AS3X (Artificial Stabilization – 3-aXis) technology is a combination of 3-axis sensors and exclusive software that works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of disruptive forces like turbulence and torque. It doesn’t limit your control or fly the plane for you. You simply feel like you’re flying an expertly tuned model that does exactly what you want. To learn more about AS3X technology, visit spektrumrc.com/AS3X.

About

AutoPylot For Drones

This app provides FAA-approved services for drone pilots, including B4UFLY status, LAANC airspace authorizations, and operational awareness. It simplifies flight planning with airspace visualization, weather tools, and customizable safety checklists.

Highlights
  • FAA-approved B4UFLY and LAANC services
  • Instant flight readiness indicator
  • Simplified airspace visualization
  • Near real-time LAANC authorizations
  • Operational awareness of airspace restrictions
  • Customizable safety checklists
  • All-in-one mission management
Features
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AutoPylot: The #1 Rated FAA-Approved Provider of B4UFLY and LAANC AutoPylot is the highest-rated FAA-approved provider of B4UFLY and LAANC services and is trusted by over 100K drone pilots for its seamless user experience and powerful features. Whether you’re a recreational flyer or a professional operator, AutoPylot makes flying drones safer, easier, and stress-free. Why AutoPylot? FAA-Approved (B4UFLY & LAANC) & Trusted: AutoPylot is the easiest-to-use FAA-approved app, offering unparalleled reliability and a user-friendly interface. Top-Rated by Pilots: Join the over 100K+ satisfied pilots and enthusiasts who have made AutoPylot the highest-rated drone app on the market. Key Features - Instant Flight Readiness (B4UFLY Status Indicator): Instantly know if you are good to fly, need approval (LAANC), or cannot fly in your planned flight area. - Simplified Airspace Visualization: Take the guesswork out of airspace with clear, easy-to-read maps and advisories to remove uncertainty from your flight planning. - Near Real-Time Authorizations (LAANC Approvals): AutoPylot is an FAA-approved LAANC provider that helps pilots get fast, near-real-time authorizations for flights in controlled airspace. - Operational Awareness: B4UFLY, stay informed with detailed data on local drone rules, Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), National Parks, wilderness areas, and wildlife refuges. - Customizable Safety Checklists: Build pre-, during-, and post-flight checklists and add them to any missions to improve safety. Make tasks time-sensitive to receive reminders via push notifications. - All-in-One Mission Management: Log, monitor, and edit mission details, access advisories, track weather, create notes, share flights, and more—all in one place. - Mission-Specific Weather Tools: Plan with precise mission-specific weather insights, including hourly updates, 10-day forecasts, and wind/precipitation maps. Sign up for a free trial of AutoPylot+, our advanced pre-flight planning weather features! Fly Smarter, Fly Safer AutoPylot takes the guesswork out of drone flying, helping you confidently focus on your mission. Download the highest-rated FAA-approved app and experience the easiest way to manage your drone operations. Download AutoPylot today and take flight like never before! https://www.autopylot.io AutoPylot: Ready, Set, Fly! Terms: https://www.autopylot.io/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://www.autopylot.io/privacy/

Screenshots

Spektrum AS3X Programmer1 screens
AutoPylot For Drones4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AutoPylot For Drones at 76% against Spektrum AS3X Programmer's 11%. AutoPylot For Drones also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). Spektrum AS3X Programmer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. AutoPylot For Drones sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Spektrum AS3X Programmer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AutoPylot For Drones holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AutoPylot For Drones has 5.4K ratings behind it against 62, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Spektrum AS3X Programmer's written reviews are positive against 76% of AutoPylot For Drones's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spektrum AS3X Programmer ships an update every 6 months, AutoPylot For Drones monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Spektrum AS3X Programmer versus AutoPylot For Drones: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpektrum AS3X ProgrammerAutoPylot For Drones
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (62 ratings)4.9 (5.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews10.6% of reviews75.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings625.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHorizon HobbyAutopylot, INC

Customer experience

Spektrum AS3X Programmer

All ratings61 ratings
Positive23.0%
Neutral9.8%
Negative67.2%
Written reviews47 reviews
Positive10.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative89.4%

AutoPylot For Drones

All ratings5,329 ratings
Positive98.2%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews120 reviews
Positive75.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative20.0%

User reviews

Spektrum AS3X Programmer

From 62 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good layout, easy to use (Gahspidy)
  • 👍 Nice App, well laid out (Woolyhair)
  • 👍 Works great on multiple iPhones (rcheli108)
  • 👍 New app fixes issues (poodle35)

Room to improve

  • ❌ Not supported AR630 receiver (stuthefoo)
  • ❌ Not supported AR631 receiver (jensonearth)
  • ❌ No support for helicopters (eric823785862847582738472)
  • ❌ Graphics misalignment (txkflier)
  • ❌ No app for NX6 (bjonesy68)

AutoPylot For Drones

From 5.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast LAANC approval
  • 🚀 Intuitive app
  • 🚀 Streamlined flight planning
  • 👍 Polished weather maps

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Missing controlled airspaces
  • 🐛 Lack of local/regional restriction maps
  • 🐛 No iPad support
  • 🐛 Inability to edit missions
  • 🐛 Restrictive LAANC request shapes

Bugs and requests

Spektrum AS3X Programmer

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • 🐛 App crashes constantly (eric823785862847582738472, mqvw, Supergreekster, Chloe Prince, TaylorcBa, Hallucion)
  • 🐛 Graphics misalignment (txkflier, Gahspidy, Supergreekster)
  • 🐛 Drops connections (mqvw, FCVDM, rcfkyer)
  • 🐛 Does not connect to receivers (leddhedd528, specktrum user, LeDotB, Gusmann)
  • 🐛 Receiver craped out after update (gianny911)
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  • 🐛 Throttle settings not working correctly (Blackopsr)
  • 🐛 Loses synchronization with receiver (Docdan1954)
  • 🐛 Doesn't retain settings (Docdan1954)
  • 🐛 Difficult to trim servos (Docdan1954)
  • 🐛 App unstable on iPhone/Android (PedroGCAS)
  • 🐛 No indicator for reading/writing (C182-Pilot)
  • 🐛 App crashes when scrolling through model types (TaylorcBa)
  • 🐛 Doesn't recognize receivers on newer iPhones (Hungpham55, Chuck 77)
  • 🐛 Bluetooth dongle issues (jensonearth, FCVDM, specktrum user, LeDotB, Mac Gramps)

Requested features

14 requests
  • 💡 Update app for newer receivers (stuthefoo, nate1490)
  • 💡 Support for helicopters (eric823785862847582738472)
  • 💡 Fix graphics misalignment (txkflier)
  • 💡 App for NX6 (bjonesy68)
  • 💡 Import model feature (Tupolev pilot, Cables55)
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  • 💡 Update app (Mulkey71)
  • 💡 Add "safe" switch option (Woolyhair)
  • 💡 Allow trim buttons on radio to work (Woolyhair)
  • 💡 Add factory setups for Horizon BNF planes (Cables55)
  • 💡 Indicator for reading/writing to receiver (C182-Pilot)
  • 💡 Instruction manual for apps (C182-Pilot)
  • 💡 Support for iPhone 6 (rui_s, Chuck 77)
  • 💡 Support for DXe transmitter (Adam Bomb #1, mankato, Jeffropaige, Blues Shack)
  • 💡 Allow helicopter selection (axolotls)

AutoPylot For Drones

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Miscategorizing flights as requiring ATC approval
  • Lack of controlled airspace information in certain regions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to edit missions
  • Support for polygonal LAANC requests
  • Integration with FAA TFR website
  • Access to weather data before LAANC submission
  • Support for Part 107 and recreational missions

In-app purchases

None

Spektrum AS3X Programmer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

AutoPylot For Drones

Subscriptions4
  • AutoPylot+ (Monthly)7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • AutoPylot+ (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • AutoPylot+ (Annual)7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • AutoPylot+ (Annual)7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Spektrum AS3X Programmer free?
Spektrum AS3X Programmer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AutoPylot For Drones free?
AutoPylot For Drones is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spektrum AS3X Programmer or AutoPylot For Drones?
AutoPylot For Drones is rated higher. Spektrum AS3X Programmer averages 2.2 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while AutoPylot For Drones averages 4.9 from 5.4K ratings.
Do Spektrum AS3X Programmer or AutoPylot For Drones have ads?
Neither Spektrum AS3X Programmer nor AutoPylot For Drones shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spektrum AS3X Programmer or AutoPylot For Drones?
Spektrum AS3X Programmer ships an update every 6 months, and AutoPylot For Drones monthly. Most recently, Spektrum AS3X Programmer was updated on October 14, 2026 and AutoPylot For Drones on October 20, 2026.

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