# Flight Computer Sim vs Zulu Time Now

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flight Computer Sim at none against Zulu Time Now's 1. Flight Computer Sim also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 66%) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 16.0). Zulu Time Now's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (852 vs 29). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zulu Time Now sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Flight Computer Sim asks for nothing beyond the download.

Zulu Time Now holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zulu Time Now has 852 ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of Flight Computer Sim's written reviews are positive against 66% of Zulu Time Now's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Flight Computer Sim ships an update every 6 months, Zulu Time Now monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flight Computer Sim | Zulu Time Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-computer-sim/id951334562/reviews) | **[4.7 (852 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zulu-time-now-utc-gmt-clock/id6470394484/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 29 | **852** |
| Positive reviews | **88.2% of reviews** | 65.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 175 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Diego Rodrigues](https://appshunter.io/developer/945473545) | [Bonsaisoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/376137158) |

## What reviewers say

### Flight Computer Sim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-computer-sim/id951334562)

This app simulates the E6B slide ruler, a crucial tool for aircraft pilots. It offers high-resolution visuals and smooth controls for precise calculations in conversion and wind correction modes. Experience a realistic feel for essential aviation computations.

**Highlights:** E6B slide ruler simulation, High-resolution ruler, Smooth rotation and sliding controls, Pinch-to-zoom functionality, Conversion mode, Wind correction modes (low and high speed)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Zulu Time Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zulu-time-now-utc-gmt-clock/id6470394484)

This app displays Zulu time (UTC/GMT) alongside your local time, with customizable formats and widgets for easy access. It's designed for pilots, military personnel, and anyone needing precise global timekeeping.

**Highlights:** Zulu and local time display, Adjustable time by sliding, Apple Watch app and complications, Home and Lock Screen widgets, Standby mode widget support, Customizable time/date formats, Seconds display option

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Helpful for tracking time zones
- 👍 Simple and functional design
- 👍 Useful for aviation and radio work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No alarm function
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy
- 🔋 Widget doesn't work as expected
- 🔒 Aggressive monetization tactics

**Reported bugs**

- App causes phone to lag
- Widget only shows 12-hour time

**Requested features**

- Ability to set alarms based on Zulu time
- Override screen lock to keep app open
- Apple Watch support and complications
- 24-hour time format in widget


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flight Computer Sim free?

Flight Computer Sim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Zulu Time Now free?

Zulu Time Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flight Computer Sim or Zulu Time Now?

Zulu Time Now is rated higher. Flight Computer Sim averages 4.5 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Zulu Time Now averages 4.7 from 852 ratings.

### Do Flight Computer Sim or Zulu Time Now have ads?

Neither Flight Computer Sim nor Zulu Time Now shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flight Computer Sim or Zulu Time Now?

Flight Computer Sim ships an update every 6 months, and Zulu Time Now monthly. Most recently, Flight Computer Sim was updated on November 1, 2026 and Zulu Time Now on November 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.*
