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AGI STK vs IBS iCargo

AGI STK logo

AGI STK

Aviation

Systems Tool Kit for space and aerospace analysis

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
IBS iCargo logo

IBS iCargo

Aviation

Comprehensive air cargo management system

From
$100000/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only AGI STK has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: AGI STK sTK is sold as a ladder of separate licences, STK Pro, STK Premium Air, STK Premium Space and STK Enterprise, so mission areas are gated behind different products; IBS iCargo no pricing published on vendor website; potential customers must contact sales for quotes
  • They diverge on capability: AGI STK covers Orbit analysis, IBS iCargo covers Cargo booking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AGI STK and IBS iCargo actually diverge.

Attributes where AGI STK and IBS iCargo differ
AttributeAGI STKIBS iCargo
Starting priceFree$100000/year
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, LinuxWeb, Windows, Ios, Android
Founded19891997

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 AGI STK

  • Orbit analysis
  • 4D visualization
  • Mission planning
  • Communication analysis
  • Conjunction assessment
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • C++/.NET API

Only in IBS iCargo

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

Both cover

  • Data encryption
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

AGI STK

  • Modelling satellite orbits, coverage and conjunction risknot IBS iCargo
  • Mission analysis and visualization for air, space and defence systemsnot IBS iCargo

IBS iCargo

  • Cargo operationsnot AGI STK
  • Revenue optimizationnot AGI STK
  • Customs clearancenot AGI STK
  • Partner managementnot AGI STK
  • Fleet utilizationnot AGI STK

Where each one falls short

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

AGI STK

  • STK is sold as a ladder of separate licences, STK Pro, STK Premium Air, STK Premium Space and STK Enterprise, so mission areas are gated behind different products
  • Further capability is sold as separate add-on toolkits including TETK, the RF Channel Modeler and the STK Missile Toolkit
  • Distributing an application built on STK Engine to end users requires each of them to hold an Ansys STK Engine Runtime License
  • Free access is limited to students at accredited institutions and to time-limited trials
  • No price, minimum or cost driver is published for any STK tier

IBS iCargo

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

Pricing, plan by plan

AGI STK

Free
  • STK FreeFree
    • Basic analysis
    • 2D/3D visualization
    • Orbit analysis
  • STK Professional$15000/year
    • Advanced analysis
    • Premium modules
    • API access
  • STK Enterprise$50000/year
    • All modules
    • Multi-user
    • Custom solutions

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 AGI STK if

  • You need orbit analysis.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Linux.
  • You also want 4d visualization.
AGI STK 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 AGI STK or IBS iCargo better?
Neither clearly leads. AGI STK starts at Free and IBS iCargo at $100000/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, AGI STK or IBS iCargo?
AGI STK has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for AGI STK and $100000/year for IBS iCargo.
Does AGI STK or IBS iCargo run on more platforms?
AGI STK runs on Windows, Linux. IBS iCargo runs on Web, Windows, Ios, Android.
Can I use AGI STK for free?
Yes. AGI STK has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. IBS iCargo starts at $100000/year.
What is AGI STK best used for?
AGI STK is most often used for modelling satellite orbits, coverage and conjunction risk, mission analysis and visualization for air, space and defence systems. Of those, modelling satellite orbits, coverage and conjunction risk and mission analysis and visualization for air, space and defence systems are not what IBS iCargo is typically brought in for.
What can AGI STK do that IBS iCargo cannot?
AGI STK covers Orbit analysis, 4D visualization, Mission planning, Communication analysis. IBS iCargo covers Cargo booking, Operations control, Revenue management, Customs handling. Both handle Data encryption, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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