# FLIO vs Planes Live

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FLIO at none against Planes Live's 16. FLIO also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 34%). Planes Live's advantage is ratings volume (93K vs 602) and chart position (#11 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Planes Live sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. FLIO asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FLIO against 4.6 for Planes Live. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Planes Live has 93K ratings behind it against 602, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of FLIO's written reviews are positive against 34% of Planes Live's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FLIO | Planes Live |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (602 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flio/id963836358/reviews) | **[4.6 (93K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planes-live-flight-tracker/id1097815000/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 602 | **93K** |
| Positive reviews | **43.5% of reviews** | 34.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#11** |
| Size | 173 MB | 262 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [sostravel.com SpA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803352483) | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) |

## What reviewers say

### FLIO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flio/id963836358)

This app provides real-time flight updates, manages boarding passes, and offers comprehensive airport information. It helps travelers navigate airports stress-free and discover available services for a smoother journey.

**Highlights:** Real-time flight status notifications, Boarding pass management, Airport information access, Luggage protection, Travel statistics and 3D globe

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Helpful for frequent travelers
- 🚀 Useful information
- 👍 Discounts and deals
- 🚀 Connects to airport WiFi easily

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🐛 Inaccurate flight and airport information
- 🐛 Crashes and login issues
- 🐛 Missing airports and flight data
- 🐛 Slow updates and notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot add or track flights properly
- Incorrect gate and terminal information
- Delayed or missing flight status updates
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to sync with other travel apps
- More comprehensive airport and flight data
- Improved real-time flight tracking
- Better notification system


### Planes Live

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planes-live-flight-tracker/id1097815000)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

Track flights globally in real-time with detailed aircraft information, schedules, and airport data. Get instant alerts for flight status changes and find planes near you. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts and travelers.

**Highlights:** Global flight tracking, Real-time flight status alerts, Detailed aircraft information, Airport departure/arrival schedules, Weather forecasts, Nearby planes and airports

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Planes Live Premium 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Weekly with Free Trial | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Planes Live Premium 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Planes Live Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Flight Tracker & Weather Radar | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly with Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Sub with Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Planes Live Premium 1 Month | $17.95 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 🌟 Informative and interesting
- 👍 Great app for plane enthusiasts
- ✈️ Useful for tracking family/friends' flights

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate flight information
- 🔍 Difficult to find/track specific flights
- 💰 Aggressive monetization/subscription model
- 📢 Too many ads in free version
- 🔌 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Flights disappearing from map
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
- Crashes and freezes on launch

**Requested features**

- Improved map view with better plane tracking
- More detailed flight information (e.g. plane model, altitude, speed)
- Option to track multiple flights simultaneously
- Ability to customize notifications and alerts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FLIO free?

FLIO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Planes Live free?

Planes Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FLIO or Planes Live?

Planes Live is rated higher. FLIO averages 4.5 out of 5 from 602 ratings, while Planes Live averages 4.6 from 93K ratings.

### Do FLIO or Planes Live have ads?

Both FLIO and Planes Live show ads.

### Which is updated more often, FLIO or Planes Live?

FLIO ships an update every 3 weeks, and Planes Live every 3 weeks. Most recently, FLIO was updated on September 11, 2026 and Planes Live on September 25, 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.*