Turboprop Flight Simulator vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Turboprop Flight Simulator's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Turboprop Flight Simulator This App	Flight Pilot Simulator 3D! Nemesis	Infinite Flight Simulator Contender	RFS - Real Flight Simulator Contender	X-Plane Flight Simulator Peer	Pilot! Peer	Flight Sim 18 Peer	Carrier Landings Pro Peer	Extreme Landings Peer	Sky Warriors: Airplane Games New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	Alexandru Petre	Wildlife Studios	Infinite Flight LLC	RORTOS SRL	Laminar Research	Quantum Design Group	Alexandru Marusac	RORTOS SRL	RORTOS SRL	Wildlife Studios
Category	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games
Platform	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	4.7 / 5	4.6 / 5	4.2 / 5	4.6 / 5	4.0 / 5	3.2 / 5	4.4 / 5	0.0 / 5	0.0 / 5	4.7 / 5
Ratings Count	12,654	52,657	26,032	22,728	24,347	744	2,389	0	0	64,014
Price	Free	Free	Free	$0.99	Free	Free	Free	$9.99	Free	Free
Release Date	Mar 14, 2018	Feb 23, 2015	Mar 19, 2012	Jul 23, 2019	Dec 17, 2014	Oct 5, 2012	Aug 13, 2018	Jul 13, 2014	Sep 25, 2014	Oct 5, 2021
Last Updated	Sep 19, 2025	May 1, 2026	Apr 14, 2026	Apr 4, 2026	Jul 22, 2025	Apr 14, 2020	Jul 18, 2019	Nov 19, 2018	Mar 14, 2019	Apr 30, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	positive	mixed	-	mixed	-	-	-	-	mixed	mixed
Score	75/100	35/100	-	55/100	-	-	-	-	45/100	55/100
Praises	Realistic flight simulation mechanics provide high engagement for aviation enthusiasts on mobile devices	Core flight simulation mechanics provide an addictive and nostalgic experience for long-term players	-	Realism and Simulation Quality Visuals and Graphics	-	-	-	-	Realistic flight simulation mechanics provide an engaging experience for aviation enthusiasts on mobile devices	High-fidelity graphics and realistic jet combat mechanics provide an immersive experience for aviation enthusiasts
Complaints	Lack of consistent content updates leaves long-term players feeling neglected by the developer	Intrusive advertising banners and forced video ads disrupt the core flight simulation experience	-	Subscription Activation Issues Restrictive Paywall Stability and Loading Bugs	-	-	-	-	Mandatory motion-based tilt controls frustrate users who prefer traditional virtual joystick input methods	Critical bugs following the latest update prevent coin rewards and booster activation after battles
Requests	Expanded vehicle variety including helicopters and fighter jets to increase gameplay longevity	Virtual joystick and touch-based control options to improve accessibility across diverse hardware	-	-	-	-	-	-	Implementation of virtual joystick controls to replace or supplement current motion-based flight inputs	Expanded social features including direct friend requests and in-battle communication tools for better coordination
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Realistic physics engine provides high-fidelity feedback Optional ad model avoids pay-to-win friction Detailed cockpit interaction drives session length	Offline-first architecture sustains engagement in low-connectivity transit environments Arcade-leaning mission variety lowers the barrier to entry for casual users	-	Differentiated ATC mode and real-time global flight data integration Superior 3D cockpit interactivity compared to casual competitors Strong community engagement via custom liveries and airport modeling	-	-	-	-	Emergency scenario engine provides a high-stakes differentiator 5,000+ incident library creates a long-tail content moat	High-fidelity graphics engine sustains player immersion Arcade-focused flight mechanics lower the barrier to entry
Weaknesses	Long gaps between content releases Lack of multiplayer social features Performance instability on mid-tier Android hardware	Tilt-only control scheme prevents play on Chromebooks and tablets Aggressive ad-placement on critical UI elements drives high churn	-	Critical bugs in the 'Pro' subscription activation pipeline Perceived low value of the initial $0.99 purchase (the 'paid demo' complaint) Recent stability regressions including the 'Pack 1491' loading hang	-	-	-	-	3.98 rating on Android lags behind top-tier competitors Mandatory tilt controls cause immediate uninstalls Aggressive paywalls restrict core aircraft access	Critical reward-economy bugs post-update Aggressive monetization pricing frustrates long-term progression Inconsistent match outcomes in cargo mode
Pricing	freemium	freemium	subscription	subscription	freemium	freemium	freemium	freemium	freemium	freemium
Momentum	Maintenance	Intense	Intense	Active	-	Intense	-	Steady	Zombie	Active
Update Cadence	5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~57d avg	5 versions, ~4d avg	5 versions	3 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~20d avg	-	5 versions	-	5 versions	5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~758d avg	5 versions, ~10d avg

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