# FlyQ+ EFB vs Draw Maps

The clearest difference is rating: FlyQ+ EFB at 4.1 against Draw Maps's 3.3. FlyQ+ EFB also leads on ratings volume (907 vs 35) and chart position (#196 vs unranked). Draw Maps's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlyQ+ EFB sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Draw Maps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FlyQ+ EFB holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlyQ+ EFB has 907 ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of FlyQ+ EFB's written reviews are positive against 62% of Draw Maps's.

FlyQ+ EFB ships an update every 2 months, Draw Maps every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlyQ+ EFB | Draw Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (907 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252/reviews)** | [3.3 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draw-maps-map-notes/id1291798166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **907** | 35 |
| Positive reviews | **72.1% of reviews** | 61.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#196** | — |
| Size | 494 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Seattle Avionics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/488201923) | [Bluefield GIS, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1272915305) |

## What reviewers say

### FlyQ+ EFB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This aviation app simplifies flying with integrated features like a glide ring, graphical weather, and a detailed global map. It offers advanced weather analysis, augmented reality situational awareness, and wireless data transfer to certified avionics. Track flights, analyze performance, and receive GPS anomaly detection for enhanced safety.

**Highlights:** Global Digital Map with adjustable detail, 4D Predictive Weather analysis, Augmented Reality (AR) situational awareness, Wireless data transfer to certified avionics, Visual Logbook and Post Flight Playback, NaviGuard GPS anomaly detection

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US IFR 1 month upgrade | $8.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 2 month upgrade | $17.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 3 month upgrade | $24.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 4 month upgrade | $34.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 5 month upgrade | $44.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 6 month upgrade | $49.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 7 month upgrade | $59.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 8 month upgrade | $69.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 9 month upgrade | $79.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 10 month upgrade | $89.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 11 month upgrade | $99.99 | one-time |
| US VFR 12 month subscription | $99.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 12 month upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| US IFR 13 month upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| US VFR and IFR 12 month subscription | $199.99 | one-time |


### Draw Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draw-maps-map-notes/id1291798166)

Annotate maps with custom notes, pins, and photos. Use a variety of drawing tools and colors to mark locations, plan events, or record observations. Share your annotated maps with others or archive them for later use.

**Highlights:** Draw and highlight on maps, Add colored map pins with notes, Place photos on the map, Draw and highlight within photos, 72 color options, Use stencils for shapes and labels, Share map images or documents

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro features | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro features | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro features | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlyQ+ EFB free?

FlyQ+ EFB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Draw Maps free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FlyQ+ EFB or Draw Maps?

FlyQ+ EFB is rated higher. FlyQ+ EFB averages 4.1 out of 5 from 907 ratings, while Draw Maps averages 3.3 from 35 ratings.

### Do FlyQ+ EFB or Draw Maps have ads?

Neither FlyQ+ EFB nor Draw Maps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlyQ+ EFB or Draw Maps?

FlyQ+ EFB ships an update every 2 months, and Draw Maps every 5 weeks. Most recently, FlyQ+ EFB was updated on October 29, 2026 and Draw Maps on October 29, 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.*