Comparison

Skydive Logger vs Hoolan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Skydive Logger

This app automatically records detailed information about your skydives, including exit and pull heights, freefall time, and speeds. View your flight path on a map, digitally sign jumps, and export data for 3D viewing. It also integrates with HealthKit and offers an Apple Watch companion app.

Highlights
  • Automatic jump recording
  • Detailed jump data (heights, speeds, time)
  • Flight path mapping
  • Digital jump signing
  • Data export (JSON, KMZ)
  • Apple Watch integration
  • HealthKit integration
Features
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Designed for skydivers and wingsuiters, Skydive Logger automatically records your jumps and captures detailed information so you can geek out on data back on the ground. Each jump log includes: - Exit and pull heights - Time in freefall - Vertical and horizontal speeds - Flight path displayed on a map - And lots more... Skydive Logger is packed with loads of additional features: - Jump signing so you can throw away that paper logbook. - AirPrint so you can print jump logs, including signatures. - iCloud support to back up your jumps and make them available on larger devices, including iPads. - Jump export to JSON and kmz formats for Google Earth™ so you can view your jump in 3D. - Apple Watch app for in-air information like the distance and direction to the landing area (requires 200 jumps). - Configurable in-air audio commentary telling you your speed, glide ratio, direction to landing area and much more (requires 200 jumps). - Access HealthKit to plot your heart rate against your jump data, so you can see how calm you were at key points. *Please note:* For recording jumps Skydive Logger works best on iPhones that include a barometer. It can also be installed on other iOS devices for viewing the data. Skydive Logger should only be used by skydivers with an FIA C-license or above in the UK and is not a replacement for jumping experience or common sense. Skydivers and wingsuiters outside of the UK should check local regulations or speak to an instructor before use.

About

Hoolan

This app tracks and analyzes kitesurfing, wingfoiling, and windsurfing sessions. It provides detailed statistics on jumps, speed, and transitions, helping users monitor their progress and improve their performance. Sessions can be logged with weather and equipment details, and achievements can be shared.

Highlights
  • Session tracking via Apple Watch or Garmin
  • Detailed performance statistics (jumps, speed, transitions)
  • Log sessions with spot, wind, and kit details
  • Compare sessions and view progression over time
  • Share session achievements on social media
  • Export data in GPX format
  • Health data integration (heart rate, calories)
Features
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Hoolan is a FREE performance tracking and analysis app for kitesurfers, wingfoilers and windsurfers who want to track their sessions, share the stoke with their friends and improve every time they ride. Track directly from your Apple Watch or Garmin, see live stats while you ride and unlock detailed insights after each session. TRACK ON APPLE WATCH OR GARMIN Hoolan is built exclusively for smartwatch tracking, giving you the best experience on the water. Record your jumps and GPS tracks, and see your speed, distance and jump data live on your watch during your session. Your data automatically syncs to the phone app for detailed analysis. *No watch calibration needed to track your jumps* TRACK MULTIPLE WIND SPORTS KITE: Kiteboarding (twintip), kitesurfing (directional), kite foiling, kite buggying, kite landboarding, snowkiting WING: Wing foiling, wing SUP, snow winging, wing landboarding WINDSURF: Windsurfing, windfoiling PARAWING SAIL: Sailing, land yachting LOG & PROGRESS Track your progression over time with a full history of your sessions. - Personal bests & session bests by activity type - Log spots, wind, waves and gear - Add session notes ADVANCED PERFORMANCE STATISTICS Understand your performance: Jumps - height, airtime, jump distance, takeoff speed, max airspeed, tack & totals. Runs - distance, upwind gain, downwind gain, max speed, max speed over 100m, max speed over 500m, tack and stops. Transitions - success rate, average speed, max speed, entry & exit speed, duration, tack and stops. Health - max heart rate and calories burned. DEEP SESSION ANALYSIS Go deeper into your stats and view, filter and compare every run, transition or jump. Relive your session visually on a map, or view your statistics in a list to scan, compare and focus down on a particular aspect of your performance. RECORD HEALTH DATA Hoolan integrates with Apple's health and activity apps. Your sessions will contribute towards your activity rings and you will be able to see your heart rate and calories burned. FOLLOW FRIENDS Follow your friends, see their sessions in your feed, celebrate their achievements and fuel the stoke. SHARE YOUR SESSIONS Create shareable highlights with your session map and stats. Choose your best metrics and post directly to social media or send to friends. EXPORT YOUR DATA Direct Strava integration, Apple Health sync, GPX and FIT file exports. ACCURATE. RELIABLE. FREE - Doppler-based speed accuracy - Advanced jump detection - Optimised battery efficiency - Secure cloud storage All features are completely FREE. SUPPORTED DEVICES Garmin watches (2017+) Apple Watch (Series 4+/ watchOS 9.0 +) iPhone (iPhone 8+ / iOS 16+) PRIVACY FIRST Your data belongs to you. Sessions are private by default, and if you choose to connect with friends and share sessions, you stay in control of what's visible at all times. We do not sell or share your personal data. ABOUT HOOLAN Hoolan is built by riders, for riders. Our small, self-funded team is focused on delivering the most detailed, accurate GPS tracking, jump analytics and performance statistics - completely free from your smartwatch. No ads, no selling of user data. Every download, review and donation helps us keep building for the community.

Screenshots

Skydive Logger4 screens
Hoolan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Skydive Logger at free against Hoolan's free with in-app purchases. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Skydive Logger against 4.9 for Hoolan. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 102 and 72 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of Skydive Logger's written reviews are positive against 99% of Hoolan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Skydive Logger ships an update monthly, Hoolan every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Skydive Logger versus Hoolan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkydive LoggerHoolan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (102 ratings)4.9 (72 ratings) — better
Positive reviews95.7% of reviews98.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings102 — better72
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas GrocuttHoolan Ltd

Customer experience

Skydive Logger

All ratings102 ratings
Positive96.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive95.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.3%

Hoolan

All ratings72 ratings
Positive98.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive98.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.2%

Bugs and requests

Skydive Logger

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Hoolan

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App fails to load on some Apple Watch models
  • Session stops unexpectedly mid-activity
  • Vibration notification doesn't always trigger for jumps
  • Watch crown depression accidentally stops sessions
  • Mysterious session drop-outs and data loss

Requested features

10 requests
  • Rotation/trick identification during maneuvers
  • Pumpfoiling and flatwater paddle-up tracking
  • Social leaderboards and friend activity feeds
  • Easy session editing/cropping to remove driving home
  • Garmin watch compatibility
Show 5 more
  • Session sharing via text/messaging
  • Average heart rate statistics
  • Automatic Strava upload
  • Port/starboard tack and gybe differentiation
  • User accounts with better profile management

In-app purchases

None

Skydive Logger

No in-app purchases

None

Hoolan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Skydive Logger free?
Skydive Logger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hoolan free?
Hoolan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Skydive Logger or Hoolan?
Hoolan is rated higher. Skydive Logger averages 4.8 out of 5 from 102 ratings, while Hoolan averages 4.9 from 72 ratings.
Do Skydive Logger or Hoolan have ads?
Neither Skydive Logger nor Hoolan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Skydive Logger or Hoolan?
Skydive Logger ships an update monthly, and Hoolan every 2 months. Most recently, Skydive Logger was updated on November 11, 2026 and Hoolan on November 3, 2026.

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