# SwitchBox App vs Hangar

The clearest difference is rating: Hangar at 4.9 against SwitchBox App's 3.4. Hangar also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 5). SwitchBox App's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hangar sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. SwitchBox App asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hangar holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hangar has 1.1K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of SwitchBox App's written reviews are positive against 64% of Hangar's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SwitchBox App ships an update every 2 months, Hangar every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SwitchBox App | Hangar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchbox-app/id907598362/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangar-social-flight-tracker/id6468550769/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 63.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13** | 18.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cheviot Hills](https://appshunter.io/developer/563877627) | [Fly Hangar, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710080060) |

## What reviewers say

### SwitchBox App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchbox-app/id907598362)

Remotely control electrical devices like heating, lighting, and appliances from anywhere. Ideal for smart home automation or simplifying routines for pilots by pre-heating engines or cabins. It uses text and phone calls via the Twilio service to manage connected devices.

**Highlights:** Remote control of electrical devices, Smart home automation, Control heating, lighting, and AC, Pilot-specific features (engine heater), Control via phone calls and text messages, Save money on energy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hangar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangar-social-flight-tracker/id6468550769)

This app is a flight tracking and social platform for pilots. It automatically logs flights, allows sharing of journeys, and helps discover new airports with detailed information. Relive flights with 3D replays and manage your pilot profile.

**Highlights:** Automatic flight logging, Manual flight logging with ADS-B data, Flight sharing and 3D replays, Airport discovery with amenities, Pilot profile management, Real-time flight notifications, Export to LogTen Pro

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hangar Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Hangar Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Hangar Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Hangar Family Monthly | $15.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Hangar Pro Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Hangar Plus Annual | $89.99 | per year |
| Hangar Family Annual | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Intuitive and responsive
- 💡 Unique way to connect with aviation community
- 🤝 Great for networking and sharing experiences
- 🛩️ Helpful for pilots at any stage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 💰 Subscription model not clearly communicated
- 🤖 Pushy monetization tactics
- 🤔 Lacking in key features and functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Login/registration issues
- Profile picture uploads not working
- Notification taps not taking users to relevant content
- Following feed not updating properly

**Requested features**

- Add more aircraft types and smaller airfields
- Improve notification system and in-app navigation
- Implement a 'help' section for feedback and feature ideas
- Allow users to add custom locations and aircraft


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SwitchBox App free?

SwitchBox App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hangar free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SwitchBox App or Hangar?

Hangar is rated higher. SwitchBox App averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Hangar averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do SwitchBox App or Hangar have ads?

Hangar shows ads; SwitchBox App does not.

### Which is updated more often, SwitchBox App or Hangar?

SwitchBox App ships an update every 2 months, and Hangar every 5 days. Most recently, SwitchBox App was updated on September 28, 2026 and Hangar on October 16, 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.*