# FlyQ+ EFB vs Vario One

The clearest difference is rating: FlyQ+ EFB at 4.1 against Vario One's 1.0. FlyQ+ EFB also leads on ratings volume (905 vs 2) and chart position (#169 vs unranked). Vario One's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 72%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlyQ+ EFB sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Vario One sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FlyQ+ EFB holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlyQ+ EFB has 905 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of FlyQ+ EFB's written reviews are positive against 85% of Vario One's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

FlyQ+ EFB ships an update every 2 months, Vario One every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlyQ+ EFB | Vario One |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (905 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyq-plus-efb/id915571252/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vario-one/id1605797423/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **905** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 72.1% of reviews | **85.1% 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 | **#169** | — |
| Size | 494 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Seattle Avionics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/488201923) | [Leobalo GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605797425) |

## What reviewers say

### FlyQ+ EFB

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

**Currently charting:** #169 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US IFR 3 month upgrade | $24.99 | 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 |


### Vario One

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vario-one/id1605797423)

This app functions as a digital variometer for your iPhone and Apple Watch, utilizing built-in sensors to detect lift with audible beeps. It offers flight recording, route planning, airspace alerts, and real-time air traffic visualization. Connect external Bluetooth varios for enhanced functionality.

**Highlights:** Audible lift detection with sensors, Automatic GPS and IGC track recording, Digital logbook with map view, Airspace map with alerts, Real-time air traffic visualization, Buddy flying for group tracking

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7 days for Apple iPhone/Watch | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 month Apple iPhone/Watch | $11.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 year iPhone and Apple Watch | $22.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlyQ+ EFB free?

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

### Is Vario One free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FlyQ+ EFB or Vario One?

FlyQ+ EFB is rated higher. FlyQ+ EFB averages 4.1 out of 5 from 905 ratings, while Vario One averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do FlyQ+ EFB or Vario One have ads?

Neither FlyQ+ EFB nor Vario One shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlyQ+ EFB or Vario One?

FlyQ+ EFB ships an update every 2 months, and Vario One every 5 weeks. Most recently, FlyQ+ EFB was updated on November 11, 2026 and Vario One on November 7, 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.*