# IFR Flight Trainer Simulator vs TELLO

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IFR Flight Trainer Simulator at 82% against TELLO's 26%. IFR Flight Trainer Simulator also leads on rating (3.9 vs 2.1). TELLO's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IFR Flight Trainer Simulator sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and TELLO sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

IFR Flight Trainer Simulator holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 76 and 92 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of IFR Flight Trainer Simulator's written reviews are positive against 26% of TELLO's.

## The numbers

| Metric | IFR Flight Trainer Simulator | TELLO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (76 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifr-flight-trainer-simulator/id901798935/reviews)** | [2.1 (92 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tello-programming-your-drone/id1436312867/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 76 | **92** |
| Positive reviews | **81.5% of reviews** | 25.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 155 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flygo-Aviation Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/550770776) | [Miroslaw Kapalka](https://appshunter.io/developer/726928133) |

## What reviewers say

### IFR Flight Trainer Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifr-flight-trainer-simulator/id901798935)

Practice instrument flight rules (IFR) navigation with this simulator. Learn and improve IFR procedures, including VOR, NDB, and holding patterns. Offers cockpit and map modes with adjustable wind and built-in tasks for comprehensive pilot training.

**Highlights:** Cockpit and map modes, VOR, NDB, DME, HSI, EHSI, RMI instruments, Approach procedure practice, Adjustable wind settings, Holding pattern simulation, Custom scenario creation, Built-in training tasks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IFR Simulator Half Price | $11.99 | one-time |
| IFR Simulator Unlock | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface and intuitive controls
- 🎓 Excellent learning tool for IFR training and instrument procedures
- 🎮 Comprehensive customization options (wind, runway, conditions)
- 📊 Dual view modes (cockpit and map/plan view)
- 🎯 Realistic flight modeling and aerodynamics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization with limited free trial
- ⏱️ Unreasonably short trial period (3-5 minutes)
- 🔒 Paywall blocks most features in free version
- 🎯 Unrealistic immediate heading changes (no standard rate turns)
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and stability issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after short usage periods
- Heading indicator gets stuck causing continuous turning
- HSI radials appear to be offset or incorrect
- DME distance calculations may be inaccurate (slant range issue)
- Task completion triggers before reaching waypoints

**Requested features**

- Standard rate turn simulation for realistic intercepts and holdings
- LOC (Localizer) mode for HSI reverse sensing practice
- Fixed-card ADF instrument option
- Adjustable turn rate settings to match different aircraft
- Error feedback display showing incorrect flight paths


### TELLO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tello-programming-your-drone/id1436312867)

Program your drone with a user-friendly interface, no coding skills needed. Create custom flight paths and actions step-by-step. Save and share your programmed flights with others.

**Highlights:** Visual programming interface, Customizable flight paths, Save and share flight diagrams, Drag and drop command editing, Metric and imperial units, PRO version for advanced features

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IFR Flight Trainer Simulator free?

IFR Flight Trainer Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TELLO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IFR Flight Trainer Simulator or TELLO?

IFR Flight Trainer Simulator is rated higher. IFR Flight Trainer Simulator averages 3.9 out of 5 from 76 ratings, while TELLO averages 2.1 from 92 ratings.

### Do IFR Flight Trainer Simulator or TELLO have ads?

Neither IFR Flight Trainer Simulator nor TELLO shows ads.

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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.*