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DUAT vs IBS iCargo

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DUAT

Aviation

Flight briefing and weather information system

From
$9.95/month
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
IBS iCargo logo

IBS iCargo

Aviation

Comprehensive air cargo management system

From
$100000/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: DUAT no native mobile applications; web-only access; IBS iCargo no pricing published on vendor website; potential customers must contact sales for quotes
  • They diverge on capability: DUAT covers Flight briefings, IBS iCargo covers Cargo booking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which DUAT and IBS iCargo actually diverge.

Attributes where DUAT and IBS iCargo differ
AttributeDUATIBS iCargo
Starting price$9.95/month$100000/year
PlatformsWebWeb, Windows, Ios, Android
Founded19921997

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Aviation).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in DUAT

  • Flight briefings
  • Weather data
  • NOTAM information
  • Flight planning
  • Briefing tools
  • FAA systems
  • Weather services
  • ATC databases

Only in IBS iCargo

  • Cargo booking
  • Operations control
  • Revenue management
  • Customs handling
  • ULD management
  • Airline systems
  • Customs authorities
  • Ground handlers

Both cover

  • Data encryption
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

DUAT

  • Flight briefingnot IBS iCargo
  • Weather briefingnot IBS iCargo
  • Flight planningnot IBS iCargo
  • Regulatory compliancenot IBS iCargo

IBS iCargo

  • Cargo operationsnot DUAT
  • Revenue optimizationnot DUAT
  • Customs clearancenot DUAT
  • Partner managementnot DUAT
  • Fleet utilizationnot DUAT

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

DUAT

  • No native mobile applications; web-only access
  • Modern pilots prefer integrated EFB solutions with moving map displays

IBS iCargo

  • No pricing published on vendor website; potential customers must contact sales for quotes

Pricing, plan by plan

DUAT

$9.95/month
  • Standard$9.95/month
    • Flight briefings
    • Weather data
    • NOTAM information
  • Professional$24.95/month
    • All Standard features
    • Advanced weather
    • Unlimited briefings

IBS iCargo

$100000/year
  • iCargo$100000/year
    • Cargo reservations
    • Operations management
    • Revenue accounting
  • Enterprise$200000/year
    • Everything included
    • Multi-station
    • Advanced analytics

Which should you pick?

Choose DUAT if

  • You need flight briefings.
  • You also want weather data.
DUAT review

Choose IBS iCargo if

  • You need cargo booking.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Ios, Android.
  • You also want operations control.
IBS iCargo review

Questions people ask

Is DUAT or IBS iCargo better?
Neither clearly leads. DUAT starts at $9.95/month and IBS iCargo at $100000/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, DUAT or IBS iCargo?
DUAT starts at $9.95/month and IBS iCargo at $100000/year.
Does DUAT or IBS iCargo run on more platforms?
DUAT runs on Web. IBS iCargo runs on Web, Windows, Ios, Android.
What is DUAT best used for?
DUAT is most often used for flight briefing, weather briefing, flight planning, regulatory compliance. Of those, flight briefing and weather briefing are not what IBS iCargo is typically brought in for.
What can DUAT do that IBS iCargo cannot?
DUAT covers Flight briefings, Weather data, NOTAM information, Flight planning. IBS iCargo covers Cargo booking, Operations control, Revenue management, Customs handling. Both handle Data encryption, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

DUAT: What services does DUAT provide?

DUAT provides weather briefings, NOTAM information, and flight plan filing through an online system accessible to registered pilots. Pilots can check weather, review alerts, and file flight plans within a 15-minute transaction window.

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IBS iCargo: How much does iCargo cost?

IBS Software does not publish pricing for iCargo on their website. The product uses a custom pricing model requiring direct contact with the sales team. Interested customers can submit inquiries through the company's contact form or reach out to their business team to request a pricing quote.

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DUAT: Who can use DUAT?

DUAT services are available to registered U.S. pilots and student pilots who hold a current medical certificate, as well as flight instructors, ground instructors, and other members of the aviation community.

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DUAT: How has DUAT changed over time?

DUAT has evolved as a service. The FAA discontinued DUATS (the competing service) on May 16, 2018, and most pilots have transitioned to modern electronic flight bag applications. DUAT.com, operated by Data Transformation Corp., continues to provide flight briefing services.

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DUAT: Is DUAT free to use?

Historically, DUAT was free to qualified U.S. pilots and student pilots holding a current medical certificate. Current pricing for DUAT.com services should be verified directly with the provider.

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DUAT: What are the recommended alternatives to DUAT?

The FAA recommends 1800wxbrief.com for free weather and aeronautical information, flight plan filing, and automated services. Modern pilots increasingly use electronic flight bag applications like ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot which integrate weather, charts, and flight planning.

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DUAT: Does DUAT offer mobile app access?

DUAT is primarily web-based without native mobile applications. Modern electronic flight bag alternatives like ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot offer full-featured mobile apps for on-the-go flight planning.

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