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FltPlan Go vs X-Plane 12

FltPlan Go logo

FltPlan Go

Aviation

Integrated flight planning and filing platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
X-Plane 12 logo

X-Plane 12

Aviation

Professional flight simulation software

From
$59.99/lifetime
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only FltPlan Go has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: FltPlan Go no pricing published on website; pricing model not described; X-Plane 12 commercial and professional use requires a separate licence at $1,000, against $59.99 for the personal digital download
  • They diverge on capability: FltPlan Go covers Flight planning, X-Plane 12 covers Flight physics.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FltPlan Go and X-Plane 12 actually diverge.

Attributes where FltPlan Go and X-Plane 12 differ
AttributeFltPlan GoX-Plane 12
Starting priceFree$59.99/lifetime
Pricing modelsubscriptionone-time
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWindows, Macos, Linux
Founded20021995

Identical on both: 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

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

Only in X-Plane 12

  • Flight physics
  • Global scenery
  • Realistic aircraft
  • Weather simulation
  • ATC system
  • Plugins
  • Add-ons
  • VR headsets

What people use each for

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

FltPlan Go

  • Flight planningnot X-Plane 12
  • Flight filingnot X-Plane 12
  • Flight trackingnot X-Plane 12
  • Operations managementnot X-Plane 12

X-Plane 12

  • Flight simulation for private pilots and enthusiastsnot FltPlan Go
  • Procedure practice and aircraft familiarisationnot 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

X-Plane 12

  • Commercial and professional use requires a separate licence at $1,000, against $59.99 for the personal digital download
  • The personal edition therefore cannot be used for paid training or commercial simulation
  • The professional edition is a distinct product rather than an upgrade path

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

X-Plane 12

$59.99/lifetime
  • X-Plane 12$59.99/lifetime
    • Full simulator
    • Global scenery
    • Realistic physics

Which should you pick?

Choose FltPlan Go if

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

Choose X-Plane 12 if

  • You need flight physics.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux.
  • You also want global scenery.
X-Plane 12 review

Questions people ask

Is FltPlan Go or X-Plane 12 better?
Neither clearly leads. FltPlan Go starts at Free and X-Plane 12 at $59.99/lifetime, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FltPlan Go or X-Plane 12?
FltPlan Go has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for FltPlan Go and $59.99/lifetime for X-Plane 12.
Does FltPlan Go or X-Plane 12 run on more platforms?
FltPlan Go runs on Web, Ios, Android. X-Plane 12 runs on Windows, Macos, Linux.
Can I use FltPlan Go for free?
Yes. FltPlan Go has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. X-Plane 12 starts at $59.99/lifetime.
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 X-Plane 12 is typically brought in for.
What can FltPlan Go do that X-Plane 12 cannot?
FltPlan Go covers Flight planning, Route optimization, Flight filing, Real-time tracking. X-Plane 12 covers Flight physics, Global scenery, Realistic aircraft, Weather simulation.

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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X-Plane 12: How much does X-Plane 12 Personal Edition cost?

X-Plane 12 Personal Edition is priced at $59.99 for digital download, the same price on Steam, or $99.99 for the DVD set.

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X-Plane 12: What is the pricing difference for professional use of X-Plane 12?

Professional-use versions are significantly more expensive, ranging from $1,000 for digital downloads to $1,250 for USB keys.

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X-Plane 12: How do I activate X-Plane 12 after purchasing the digital download?

When you purchase the digital download edition, you will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to use and activate X-Plane 12.

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