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FltPlan Go vs simBrief

FltPlan Go logo

FltPlan Go

Aviation

Integrated flight planning and filing platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
simBrief logo

simBrief

Aviation

Free online flight planning for flight simulators

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: FltPlan Go no pricing published on website; pricing model not described; simBrief the free version uses a navigation database the vendor describes as slightly outdated by default
  • They diverge on capability: FltPlan Go covers Route optimization, simBrief covers Weather integration.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FltPlan Go and simBrief actually diverge.

Attributes where FltPlan Go and simBrief differ
AttributeFltPlan GosimBrief
Pricing modelsubscriptionfree
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb
Founded20022009

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 FltPlan Go

  • Route optimization
  • Flight filing
  • Real-time tracking
  • Weight and balance
  • ATC systems
  • Flight tracking
  • Weather services
  • Chart databases

Only in simBrief

  • Weather integration
  • NOTAM analysis
  • Fuel calculation
  • Briefing generation
  • Real weather
  • NOTAM data
  • Aircraft database
  • Export formats

Both cover

  • Flight planning
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

FltPlan Go

  • Flight planningnot simBrief
  • Flight filingnot simBrief
  • Flight trackingnot simBrief
  • Operations managementnot simBrief

simBrief

  • Generating realistic flight plans and briefing packs for flight simulationnot FltPlan Go
  • Calculating fuel, routing and weight and balance for simulated flightsnot FltPlan Go

Where each one falls short

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

FltPlan Go

  • No pricing published on website; pricing model not described

simBrief

  • The free version uses a navigation database the vendor describes as slightly outdated by default
  • Current navigation data updated every 28 days requires a separate Navigraph subscription
  • Jeppesen IFR and VFR charts require the higher Navigraph Unlimited subscription
  • Neither subscription price is stated on the SimBrief site, since both are sold by Navigraph

Pricing, plan by plan

FltPlan Go

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic flight planning
    • Route optimization
    • Limited filing
  • Premium$49.99/month
    • Advanced planning
    • Unlimited filing
    • Real-time tracking

simBrief

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Flight planning
    • Weather analysis
    • Fuel planning

Which should you pick?

Choose FltPlan Go if

  • You need route optimization.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want flight filing.
FltPlan Go review

Choose simBrief if

  • You need weather integration.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want notam analysis.
simBrief review

Questions people ask

Is FltPlan Go or simBrief better?
Neither clearly leads. FltPlan Go starts at Free and simBrief at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FltPlan Go or simBrief?
FltPlan Go starts at Free and simBrief at Free.
Does FltPlan Go or simBrief run on more platforms?
FltPlan Go runs on Web, Ios, Android. simBrief runs on Web.
Can I use FltPlan Go for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is FltPlan Go best used for?
FltPlan Go is most often used for flight planning, flight filing, flight tracking, operations management. Of those, flight planning and flight filing are not what simBrief is typically brought in for.
What can FltPlan Go do that simBrief cannot?
FltPlan Go covers Route optimization, Flight filing, Real-time tracking, Weight and balance. simBrief covers Weather integration, NOTAM analysis, Fuel calculation, Briefing generation. Both handle Flight planning, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

FltPlan Go: What is FltPlan's pricing?

FltPlan does not display pricing information on their website. The site describes FltPlan Go app, FltPlan Manager, and Garmin integrations, but provides no cost, subscription, or fee details. Pricing information must be obtained by contacting the company directly.

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simBrief: Is SimBrief free to use?

Yes, SimBrief is free to use. It is a free flight planning service provided by Navigraph for Flight Simulation enthusiasts. Creating a Navigraph account is free, quick, and easy.

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simBrief: What does SimBrief provide for flight planning?

SimBrief is a web-based dispatching system that generates in-depth flight plan packages featuring detailed fuel planning, weather forecasts, current NOTAMs, ETOPS calculations, and much more in seconds.

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simBrief: Can I upgrade SimBrief for better features?

SimBrief is free by default and uses a slightly outdated navigation database. You can purchase a Navigraph subscription after registering to access the latest navigation database and additional features.

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simBrief: How do I access SimBrief?

To access SimBrief, you need to sign in using a Navigraph account. You can create a free Navigraph account from the SimBrief website.

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