AeroPointer vs Direct
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AeroPointer
Access comprehensive worldwide aeronautical data for over 41,000 airports and 10,900 radio navigation aids. View airport diagrams, weather reports, NOTAMs, and more, with significant offline access to cached information.
- Worldwide airport and navaid data
- Offline data access
- Cached airport charts and weather
- METAR/TAF weather reports
- NOTAMs
- Airport diagrams and procedures
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AeroPointer provides you with worldwide aeronautical data for over 41,000 airports and 10,900 radio navigation aids (Navaids). From the creator of Nav Trainer Pro and Holding Pattern Trainer. -Offline access to most data even when the internet is off. -Other data, such as airport charts and weather, is cached for later offline view after you first access it online. -Weather, airport charts, and notams are cached for offline view once downloaded. Airport data: -Name, city, state, and country -Local and ICAO identifiers. -FAA / NACO airport diagrams and instrument procedure charts. -Coordinates. -Radio frequencies. -Runway info. -Time zone -Current local and Zulu (UTC) time. -Sunrise/sunset/civil twilight times. -METAR/ TAF weather reports. -Color-coded weather dashboard for METAR supported airports. -Notices to airmen (NOTAMs). Navaid data: -Type. -Power output. -location. -Identifier (letters and Morse code). -Time zone -Current local and Zulu (UTC) time. -Sunrise/sunset/civil twilight times. User Agreement / Disclaimer: AeroPointer relies on several 3rd party sources to provide you with aeronautical data. The information provided by this app cannot be guaranteed as accurate, up-to-date, or available at any given time. The app should only be used for general reference, NOT for flight planning or navigation purposes. The user is responsible for verifying the information before using it in the real world. If you find any errors, please let us know to keep improving the database. Enjoy!
Direct
This offline air navigation tool provides real-time GPS tracking, a comprehensive airport database, and intuitive flight instruments for VFR and IFR flights. It supports various aircraft types and offers features like holding pattern assistance and flight history, enabling confident navigation even without an internet connection.
- Real-time GPS tracking
- Worldwide airport database
- Intuitive flight instruments (EHSI, RMI)
- Offline map support
- Holding pattern helper
- Flight history and reports
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Direct-To Pilot GPS is your essential offline air navigation tool for VFR and IFR flights. Developed by pilots, for pilots. Navigate safely and efficiently with real-time GPS, a worldwide airport database, and intuitive flight instruments like EHSI, RMI, and more. Ideal for general aviation, helicopters, gliders, and flight training. ► FEATURES • Real-time GPS tracking • EHSI, HSI, and RMI views • Magnetic/true north support • Google Maps & offline mode • 50,000+ airports & navaids • Runway & frequency info • Custom user points • Nearby airport finder • Holding pattern helper • ICAO/IATA search • Metric & imperial units • Flight history & reports Fly confidently—even offline. Free version includes 1 airport/country. Upgrade to unlock all features. Note: This app is not a certified navigation instrument. Always cross-check with official sources. Fly safe! - FlyGo-Aviation Team
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Direct at every 2 months against AeroPointer's every 4 months. Direct also leads on ratings volume (684 vs 90). AeroPointer's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 76%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. AeroPointer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Direct sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for AeroPointer against 4.6 for Direct. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Direct has 684 ratings behind it against 90, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of AeroPointer's written reviews are positive against 76% of Direct's.
AeroPointer ships an update every 4 months, Direct every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 26, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AeroPointer | Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (90 ratings) | 4.6 (684 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 85.0% of reviews — better | 75.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 90 | 684 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FLEMINGER MEDIA LLC | Flygo-Aviation Ltd |
Customer experience
AeroPointer
Direct
Bugs and requests
AeroPointer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Direct
Reported bugs
2 issues- Can't delete waypoints in free trial
- Doesn't launch
Requested features
4 requests- VFR map overlay
- Add waypoints between final point
- Add miles per hour display
- Save route
In-app purchases
AeroPointer
- Airmets/Sigmets$3.99
Direct
- Half Price Pro Mode$16.99
- Normal Price Pro Mode$31.99
