WindCheck vs OwnNav
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WindCheck
This application provides pilots with essential flight planning and navigation tools. It offers global weather data, airport information, and real-time traffic updates. Access runway diagrams, procedure charts, and a smart compass for enhanced situational awareness.
- Global METARs and TAFs
- TFRs and NOTAMs
- 3D Bird's Eye runway view
- Airport diagrams and charts
- VFR/IFR sectionals (US)
- Live ADS-B traffic
- Offline airport data
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WindCheck® is a user-friendly EFB for pilots across the world. ► METARs and TAFs for most airports across the world. ► TFRs, NOTAMs, for every airport in the world. ► AIRMETs, SIGMETs, CWAs, Fax Charts, with world coverage. ► 3D Bird's Eye view for every runway in the world. ► Airport diagrams and procedure charts for the US and South Africa. ► Runway/Taxiway closure and fuel limitation warnings. ► VFR and IFR sectionals for the U.S., always up to date. ► Webcams to assess local conditions across the world. ► Smart Compass with wind direction and nearby airports. ► World map with airports and their weather. ► Live internet ADS-B traffic on the map. ► Runway and radio frequency information for most airports across the world. ► Barometric backup altimeter. ► Scratch pad. ► Airport data for over 31,000 airports in the world, fully available offline. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
OwnNav
This app provides pilots with essential flight planning tools, including real-time weather updates, airport information, and advanced map access. It offers up-to-date radar data and offline capabilities for uninterrupted planning.
- Real-time weather updates (D-ATIS, METARs, TAFs)
- Extensive US airport database
- VFR and IFR chart access
- Efficient flight planning tools
- Offline access for essential information
- Up-to-date navigational data
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OwnNav: Streamlined Flight Planning and Airport Information OwnNav is the essential tool for pilots and aviation enthusiasts, offering unparalleled access to airport details, comprehensive maps, and real-time weather updates. Here's why OwnNav stands out: THE MOST UP TO DATE RADAR: Get radar up to 2 minutes from real time with a subscription. Free users get radar up to 15 minutes from live. REAL-TIME WEATHER UPDATES: Stay informed with the latest D-ATIS, METARs, TAFs, and weather reports. OwnNav ensures you're always one step ahead of the weather. EXTENSIVE AIRPORT DATABASE: Get detailed information on US airports, from major international airports to smaller local airfields. ADVANCED MAP ACCESS: Access VFR and IFR charts seamlessly. OwnNav equips you with the necessary tools for both short hops and long-haul journeys. EFFICIENT FLIGHT PLANNING FEATURES USER-FRIENDLY SEARCH INTERFACE: Quickly find any airport with our efficient search function. Planning your flight is easier than ever with OwnNav. UP-TO-DATE NAVIGATIONAL DATA: Regular updates of charts and procedures keep your navigational data current and reliable. OFFLINE ACCESS FOR UNINTERRUPTED PLANNING: Download essential information for access anytime, ensuring you're always prepared, regardless of your location.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: WindCheck at weekly against OwnNav's every 2 months. WindCheck also leads on ratings volume (164 vs 1). OwnNav's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. WindCheck sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and OwnNav sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for WindCheck against 5.0 for OwnNav. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WindCheck has 164 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
WindCheck ships an update weekly, OwnNav every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WindCheck | OwnNav |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (164 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 93.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 164 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 160 MB | 325 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LycheeApps Inc. | Ford Davis |
Customer experience
WindCheck
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In-app purchases
WindCheck
- U.S. Pilot (monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- U.S. Pilot (annual)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
OwnNav
- OwnNav Pro$7.991 Month
- OwnNav Pro Annual$79.991 Year








