Switch 320 vs PilotCompanion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Switch 320
An interactive Airbus A320 flight deck simulator that covers all major systems and displays. Ideal for aspiring pilots or current A320 rated pilots seeking a detailed study guide. Features touch interactivity with comprehensive information on switches, buttons, and system pages.
- Interactive A320 flight deck simulation
- Detailed information on switches and buttons
- Coverage of 11 system pages
- Fault caution and warning triggers
- High-quality HD panel images
- User-friendly design and navigation
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Switch 320- An Elegant and Simple design of the Airbus A320 Flight Deck involving user interactivity with its switches and buttons. An excellent software package for those starting their type rating and a great asset to have as a Pilot rated on the A320. Majority of switches/buttons/displays covered with detailed information on each one including fault cautions/warning triggers. All 11 system pages: ENG, BLEED, PRESS, ELEC, HYD, FUEL, APU, COND, DOOR, WHEEL and F/CTL also covered with detailed information on all of them. An excellent study/guide package to have regarding the Airbus A320. See our demo video on You-Tube called 'Switch 320'. Altogether a very clean and user friendly design of the A320 Flight deck. Worth having this App in your aviation library. Simple and easy to use and includes a demo video on start up screen. - Quick loading (Instant!) - Help page at start-up with easy instructions - Demo video - Clear Flight deck home page - Easy Navigation within App! - Simple to use - Touch interactive with detailed study information - High quality HD & vectored Panel Images - Great feedback from real line Captains! ***** Enjoy Switch 320! We know you'll find it very enjoyable and worth it!
PilotCompanion
This app provides pilots with essential memory items and checklists for Airbus aircraft. It offers intuitive navigation and study modes to enhance learning and ensure safe, efficient flights. Optimized for Apple devices, it serves as a reliable in-flight reference.
- Comprehensive Airbus memory items
- Checklists for A32x, A330, A340
- Intuitive swipe navigation
- Study and Quick Access modes
- Optimized for iPad and Apple Watch
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PilotCompanion: Your Essential Flight Companion Discover the ultimate app for pilots, designed to help you fly safely and efficiently. With PilotCompanion, you have all the critical Memory Items for Airbus aircraft at your fingertips—perfect for quick refreshers or focused learning. Features: Comprehensive Memory Items: Access detailed checklists for Airbus A32x, A330, and A340. Intuitive Navigation: Easily swipe between Memory Items and modes. Optimized for iPad and Apple Watch: Enjoy a seamless experience across all devices. Study Mode: Step-by-step guidance to deepen your knowledge. Quick Access View Mode: Browse through all Memory Items swiftly. Why PilotCompanion? PilotCompanion is more than just an app—it's your personal co-pilot. Developed by pilots for pilots, it offers a user-friendly interface and reliable information to support you in every situation. Coming Soon: Stay tuned for exciting new features, including Limitations and Summaries, to enhance your flying experience even further. Download PilotCompanion today and fly with confidence!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: PilotCompanion at $1.99 against Switch 320's $29.99. PilotCompanion also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 18 months). Switch 320's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 0%). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
Switch 320 costs $29.99 and PilotCompanion $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Switch 320 ships an update every 18 months, PilotCompanion monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Switch 320 | PilotCompanion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 201 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | faraz sheikh | Christian Hippe |
Customer experience
Switch 320
PilotCompanion
In-app purchases
Switch 320
No in-app purchases
PilotCompanion
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Switch 320 free?
Is PilotCompanion free?
Do Switch 320 or PilotCompanion have ads?
Which is updated more often, Switch 320 or PilotCompanion?
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