Comparison

FlightReady E6B vs Holding Pattern Computer

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

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About

FlightReady E6B

This aviation utility provides over 100 functions, conversions, and utilities for pilots. It offers accurate calculations for flight planning, performance, navigation, and aerodynamics, surpassing other E6B apps with its comprehensive and precise scientific formulas.

Highlights
  • Over 100 aviation functions
  • Accurate scientific formulas
  • Flight planning calculations
  • Performance metrics
  • Navigation tools
  • Extensive unit conversions
  • Weight & Balance calculations
Currently charting
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FlightReady E6B is a modern flight computer with the most complete set of aviation functions, conversions, and utilities for planning and flying. WHY PILOTS USE FLIGHTREADY E6B • Accurate. Conversions use exact defined factors, and airspeed and altitude calculations use the full U.S. Standard Atmosphere, maintaining accurate calculations above 36,000 feet. • Explained. Every function and conversion has built-in help that describes what it calculates, how to use it, and the formulas and conventions behind it. • Fast. Star the functions you use most to keep them at the top of the main menu, and your favorites sync to your other devices through iCloud. Open functions from Search, Shortcuts, Control Center, the Lock Screen, or the Action button. • Easy to use. Change a field's unit from the menu beside it, and every related field on the screen follows. Results automatically carry over to related functions, reducing repeated data entry. • Night-flight friendly. Dark mode uses a red-shifted amber color scheme designed for use in a dark cockpit. PLAN LEG ▸ Heading & Groundspeed: true heading, groundspeed, and magnetic and compass heading ▸ Time & Distance: leg time, distance, or groundspeed ▸ Required True Airspeed: the true airspeed and heading needed to make a planned groundspeed ▸ Fuel Consumption: fuel required, fuel flow, or endurance ▸ Point of No Return and Equal Time Point, with ETAs AIRSPEED, ALTITUDE, AND WEATHER ▸ Airspeed: actual TAS and Mach, plan Mach, plan TAS, and total air temperature ▸ Altitude: pressure, density, and true altitude ▸ Cloud Base: cloud base AGL and MSL, and relative humidity, from temperature and dew point WIND ▸ Wind Component: headwind and crosswind ▸ Unknown Wind ▸ Wind Correction Angle CLIMB & DESCENT ▸ Climb/Descent Rate: required gradient in ft/nm, percent, and degrees, and rate in ft/min ▸ Top of Descent: determine when to begin descent ▸ Gradient Conversion: percent, degrees, and ft/nm PERFORMANCE ▸ Rate of Turn and Turn Radius for any bank angle and airspeed ▸ Standard Rate Bank Angle and Standard Rate Turn Radius ▸ Hydroplane Speed for rotating and non-rotating tires ▸ Load Factor in Level Turn ▸ Pivotal Altitude, AGL and MSL NAVIGATION ▸ DME Arc Distance ▸ Lead Turn Distance: how far before a fix to start the turn ▸ Thunderstorm Cell Height from radar tilt and distance ▸ Time/Distance to Station from a VOR or NDB bearing change ▸ Holding Pattern: determine entry type and visualize the holding pattern AERODYNAMICS ▸ Lift ▸ Power & Torque WEIGHT & BALANCE ▸ C.G. & Moment: enter any two of weight, CG, and moment to get the third ▸ C.G. Shift: enter any three values to get the fourth, such as how much weight to move ▸ CG % of MAC CONVERSIONS ▸ Temperature: °C, °F, K, and °R ▸ Distance: nautical miles, statute miles, kilometers, feet, and more ▸ Speed: knots, mph, km/h, ft/min, m/s, and Mach ▸ Pressure: inHg, mbar/hPa, kPa, psi, mmHg, and more ▸ Fuel @ 15°C: gallons, liters, pounds, and kilograms of 100LL, Jet-A, Jet-B, JP-8, and water ▸ Weight & Mass, Area, Liquid Volume (US and imperial), Volume, Density, Power, and Torque TIME UTILITIES ▸ Time Calculator: add, subtract, multiply, and divide times, in decimal or formatted time, including h:m ▸ Flight Log Calculator: block and flight times from your out, off, on, and in times ▸ Standard Calculator ▸ IFR Timer: a countdown that keeps running when you lock your phone, with a notification when time is up SETTINGS ▸ Results to as many as four decimal places ▸ Day, Night, and Auto appearance

About

Holding Pattern Computer

Master complex flight maneuvers with intuitive, turn-by-turn guidance for various entry types and holds. This app analyzes wind patterns and flight dynamics to provide real-time, adaptive directions, minimizing pilot workload and maximizing path accuracy for safe navigation.

Highlights
  • Turn-by-turn guidance for Direct, Teardrop, and Parallel entries
  • Real-time wind correction and flight dynamics analysis
  • High-Precision Entry (HPE) system
  • Advanced Holding Pattern Solution (HPS)
  • EFC algorithms
  • Hybrid Parallel/Teardrop entry method
Features
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Fly with Confidence: Holding Pattern App Elevate your flying skills with Version 3.0 of the Holding Pattern App, meticulously crafted by aerospace experts. Ideal for both new and experienced pilots, this app turns complex flight maneuvers into simple, intuitive instructions. Navigate the skies with precision using our turn-by-turn guidance for Direct, Teardrop, and Parallel entries and holds, ensuring perfect alignment with your flight path. Our patented technology analyzes wind patterns and flight dynamics to provide real-time, actionable directions that adapt to your needs, from bank limits to wind adjustments. Version 3.0 introduces the only High-Precision Entry (HPE) system integrated with advanced Holding Pattern Solution (HPS) and EFC algorithms. Tested in real aircraft and simulators, including a 747-400 and a 747-400 Level D simulator, this update minimizes pilot workload and maximizes path accuracy. Experience our innovative Hybrid Parallel/Teardrop entry method to manage airspace efficiently, even in strong winds. Each feature is designed with safety in mind, from individual data input screens that enhance focus to comprehensive guides and resources for in-depth learning. The new update also includes improved dialog boxes for crucial data input and seamless integration into your flight routine, ensuring you stay within FAA-regulated airspace. With the Holding Pattern App, excellence in flying isn’t just a goal—it’s your new reality. Ready to transform your flying experience? Download now and visit HoldingPattern.com for more information.

Screenshots

FlightReady E6B4 screens
Holding Pattern Computer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FlightReady E6B at every 4 months against Holding Pattern Computer's every 11 months. FlightReady E6B also leads on chart position (#28 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 176). Holding Pattern Computer's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 18.1). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

FlightReady E6B costs $9.99 and Holding Pattern Computer $11.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Holding Pattern Computer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlightReady E6B has 1.1K ratings behind it against 176, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of FlightReady E6B's written reviews are positive against 91% of Holding Pattern Computer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlightReady E6B ships an update every 4 months, Holding Pattern Computer every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
FlightReady E6B versus Holding Pattern Computer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlightReady E6BHolding Pattern Computer
Price$9.99 — better$11.99
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings)4.9 (176 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews90.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better176
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#28 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.112.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAeroapps TechnologyAviation Mobile Apps, LLC.

Customer experience

FlightReady E6B

All ratings1,068 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative8.3%

Holding Pattern Computer

All ratings176 ratings
Positive98.3%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative4.5%

Bugs and requests

FlightReady E6B

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Fuel computation functions crashing
  • New extra functions not working

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add wind correction angle calculation
  • Include seconds in time measurements
  • Provide user manual or instructions

Holding Pattern Computer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FlightReady E6B

No in-app purchases

None

Holding Pattern Computer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FlightReady E6B free?
FlightReady E6B costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Holding Pattern Computer free?
Holding Pattern Computer costs $11.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FlightReady E6B or Holding Pattern Computer?
Holding Pattern Computer is rated higher. FlightReady E6B averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Holding Pattern Computer averages 4.9 from 176 ratings.
Do FlightReady E6B or Holding Pattern Computer have ads?
Neither FlightReady E6B nor Holding Pattern Computer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FlightReady E6B or Holding Pattern Computer?
FlightReady E6B ships an update every 4 months, and Holding Pattern Computer every 11 months. Most recently, FlightReady E6B was updated on October 15, 2026 and Holding Pattern Computer on October 11, 2026.

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