Comparison

WB PAL vs Goat Maps

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

WB PAL

Features
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WB PAL is a simple weight and balance pilot preflight tool that provides easy input screens for the pilot’s entry of unique aircraft data and specific flight weights. Pilots can create an aircraft from existing generic aircraft templates to match his/her own aircraft. The aircraft registration is added and saved to provide easy selection of all created aircraft. Note: This is a support tool to assist the pilot to visualize the aircraft loading. It is not to be used for actual weight and balance validation. Validation is the pilot's responsibility prior to takeoff using approved methods. Each aircraft can be customized to meet the unique configuration requirements for individual aircraft. Features can be added or deleted to suit these needs. Simple weight changes can be made to deal with floatplane, amphibian or ski plane configurations. Cargo areas are available to permit the use of belly pods or float compartments if you have these extra requirements. A generic display method has been used to accommodate aircraft up to 6 passengers and pilot customizing can remove seats or create tandem seating to suit your needs. When all the arm details have been configured, the pilot simply needs to ensure that all the weights are correct for the flight of interest. These can also be saved to permit simple adjustments for the next flight. When all weight data has been added the pilot may show the results graphically to see where the C of G (centre of gravity) for takeoff and landing would be for that flight configuration and duration. Both points should be within the C of G envelope for the specific aircraft. This envelope is fully editable by the pilot based on Pilot Operating Handbook data for the specific aircraft of interest. These values are preset in the aircraft templates for each generic aircraft type but may require some pilot adjusting for the specific aircraft. New templates will be added as user feedback is received on the www.digilog.ca website. The APP is full featured so no costly upgrades are required. There is also no annoying advertizing so have fun with it. There is also a built-in Guide available to provide instructions on how to use the various features.

About

Goat Maps

Navigate your outdoor adventures with confidence using this reliable and easy-to-use mapping application. It offers offline maps, advanced route planning, and custom topographic views, perfect for hiking, skiing, biking, and more. Explore off the grid without distractions.

Highlights
  • Offline Maps
  • Record Tracks
  • Advanced Route Planning
  • Custom Topographic Maps
  • Multiple Base Maps
  • Worldwide Map Coverage
Features
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Goat Maps is the next-generation navigation app designed for outdoor adventures. Built from the ground up in 2024, Goat Maps offers unmatched reliability and ease of use, perfect for all your adventures—whether hiking, backcountry skiing, kayaking, biking, or trail running. No distractions, just adventure: Goat Maps is designed by real people who use it daily. We prioritize function over frills, so you'll never deal with pop-ups, intrusive graphics, or unnecessary social features. Goat Maps combines cutting-edge technology with custom-designed maps to help you explore confidently, both on and off the grid. Download today and take your outdoor adventures to the next level! ▶ Key Features • Offline Maps: Navigate confidently without cell service. • Record Tracks: Track your trips and monitor your progress in detail. • Advanced Route Planning: Seamlessly mix snap-to-trail, straight-line, and hand-drawn sections. Plan multi-sport and off trail routes with ease. • Custom Topographic Maps: Designed for maximum readability, so you can focus on your adventure, not your screen. • Multiple Base Maps: Switch between Topo, Satellite, and Hybrid views to get the perspective you need. • World wide map coverage. ▶ Free Trial Many features can be used for free, but offline maps and route planning require a membership, but a 7 day free trial is available. ▶ Feedback For support, general questions or feature requests, contact us at support@goatmaps.com EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.goatmaps.com/privacy

Screenshots

WB PAL2 screens
Goat Maps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Goat Maps at Free against WB PAL's $3.99. Goat Maps also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). WB PAL's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Goat Maps is free to download; WB PAL costs $3.99 up front. Goat Maps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. WB PAL asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WB PAL ships an update every 11 months, Goat Maps every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
WB PAL versus Goat Maps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWB PALGoat Maps
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating—4.6 (51 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—76.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—51 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.4
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDigilog CorporationGoat Maps, inc.

Bugs and requests

WB PAL

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Goat Maps

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Inconsistent icon and waypoint syncing from other apps

Requested features

3 requests
  • Web-based route planning
  • Expanded map layers (e.g., private land, geology)
  • More detailed trail information (e.g., seasonal openings, surface type)

In-app purchases

None

WB PAL

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Goat Maps

Subscriptions1
  • Goat Maps Membership7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is WB PAL free?
WB PAL costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Goat Maps free?
Goat Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WB PAL or Goat Maps have ads?
Neither WB PAL nor Goat Maps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WB PAL or Goat Maps?
WB PAL ships an update every 11 months, and Goat Maps every 3 weeks. Most recently, WB PAL was updated on October 7, 2026 and Goat Maps on October 24, 2026.

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