# IQSMS Document Distribution vs Smart Logbook

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Logbook at 4.8 against IQSMS Document Distribution's 1.0. Smart Logbook also leads on ratings volume (153 vs 1). IQSMS Document Distribution's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Logbook sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. IQSMS Document Distribution asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart Logbook holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Logbook has 153 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IQSMS Document Distribution | Smart Logbook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iqsms-document-distribution/id930388927/reviews) | **[4.8 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-logbook/id1265793520/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **153** |
| Positive reviews | — | 93.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASQS GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263589641) | [Kviation, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1265793519) |

## What reviewers say

### IQSMS Document Distribution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iqsms-document-distribution/id930388927)

This tool allows IQSMS clients to access and read documents on their iPad, even without internet access. It tracks document receipt confirmation and synchronizes data with the IQSMS server once connectivity is restored.

**Highlights:** Offline document access, Document receipt confirmation, Individual document availability overview, Automatic synchronization with IQSMS server, Validation process for document distribution

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart Logbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-logbook/id1265793520)

Effortlessly log flight hours, track currency, and manage pilot certifications. Visualize your flight history on an interactive map and receive timely renewal reminders for medicals and training. Supports various international regulations and export formats.

**Highlights:** Fast and easy flight logging, Customizable totals calculation, Currency and limit tracking, Medical and training renewal reminders, Interactive flight map, Electronic signature capture, Multiple export formats

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sync (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Sync (yearly) | $14.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Flights (discounted) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Flights (on sale) | $23.95 | one-time |
| Unlimited Flights | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💰 Affordable one-time payment
- 🚀 Seamless syncing across devices
- 🛠️ Highly customizable
- 🌟 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Rare updates
- 🐛 Small but frustrating bugs
- 🐛 Sorting issues (requires UTC date setting)
- ❓ Bug reporting requires third-party registration
- ❓ Registration form missing (only sign-in available)

**Reported bugs**

- Multiple sectors during one day sorted by name, not by time of departure
- Some airports missing (e.g., VDTI)
- Flights added as simulator flights
- Search function is terrible, impossible to find crew member
- Cross-platform purchase restoration issues (Android to iOS)

**Requested features**

- Ability to input waypoints instead of just airports
- Automatically add normal flight times for a route
- Separate flights by year on the main page for better overview
- Display flight direction on the map
- Allow custom names in the create an airport option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IQSMS Document Distribution free?

IQSMS Document Distribution is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart Logbook free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IQSMS Document Distribution or Smart Logbook?

Smart Logbook is rated higher. IQSMS Document Distribution averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Smart Logbook averages 4.8 from 153 ratings.

### Do IQSMS Document Distribution or Smart Logbook have ads?

Neither IQSMS Document Distribution nor Smart Logbook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IQSMS Document Distribution or Smart Logbook?

IQSMS Document Distribution ships an update every 3 months, and Smart Logbook every 3 months. Most recently, IQSMS Document Distribution was updated on October 7, 2026 and Smart Logbook on October 8, 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.*