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Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro vs simBrief

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Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro

Aviation

Professional electronic flight bag for airlines

From
$500/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
simBrief logo

simBrief

Aviation

Free online flight planning for flight simulators

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only simBrief has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro no pricing tiers disclosed publicly; all four plans require direct contact with Jeppesen sales for custom quotes; simBrief the free version uses a navigation database the vendor describes as slightly outdated by default
  • They diverge on capability: Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro covers Digital charts, simBrief covers NOTAM analysis.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro and simBrief actually diverge.

Attributes where Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro and simBrief differ
AttributeJeppesen FliteDeck ProsimBrief
Starting price$500/yearFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, WindowsWeb
Founded19342009

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 Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro

  • Digital charts
  • Performance data
  • Document management
  • Jeppesen services
  • Boeing services
  • Airline systems
  • OEM data
  • Weather providers

Only in simBrief

  • NOTAM analysis
  • Fuel calculation
  • Briefing generation
  • Real weather
  • NOTAM data
  • Aircraft database
  • Export formats
  • VA systems

Both cover

  • Flight planning
  • Weather integration

What people use each for

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

Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro

  • Running a certified electronic flight bag on airline flight decksnot simBrief
  • Displaying Jeppesen terminal charts and airport moving maps in flightnot simBrief
  • Replacing paper chart revisions across an airline fleetnot simBrief

simBrief

  • Generating realistic flight plans and briefing packs for flight simulationnot Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro
  • Calculating fuel, routing and weight and balance for simulated flightsnot Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro

Where each one falls short

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

Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro

  • No pricing tiers disclosed publicly; all four plans require direct contact with Jeppesen sales for custom quotes
  • Service level response times vary by plan (4-10 minute commitment depending on tier), but costs not published

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

Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro

$500/year
  • FliteDeck Pro$500/year
    • Digital charts
    • Flight planning
    • Weather overlay
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Fleet licensing
    • Custom integration
    • Admin portal

simBrief

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro if

  • You need digital charts.
  • You work on Ios, Windows.
  • You also want performance data.
Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro review

Choose simBrief if

  • You need notam analysis.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want fuel calculation.
simBrief review

Questions people ask

Is Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro or simBrief better?
Neither clearly leads. Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro starts at $500/year and simBrief at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro or simBrief?
simBrief has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $500/year for Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro and Free for simBrief.
Does Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro or simBrief run on more platforms?
Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro runs on Ios, Windows. simBrief runs on Web.
Can I use simBrief for free?
Yes. simBrief has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro starts at $500/year.
What is Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro best used for?
Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro is most often used for running a certified electronic flight bag on airline flight decks, displaying jeppesen terminal charts and airport moving maps in flight, replacing paper chart revisions across an airline fleet. Of those, running a certified electronic flight bag on airline flight decks and displaying jeppesen terminal charts and airport moving maps in flight are not what simBrief is typically brought in for.
What can Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro do that simBrief cannot?
Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro covers Digital charts, Performance data, Document management, Jeppesen services. simBrief covers NOTAM analysis, Fuel calculation, Briefing generation, Real weather. Both handle Flight planning, Weather integration.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro: What does Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro cost?

Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro does not publish specific pricing. The solution offers four service tiers (Standard, Essential, Preferred, Prime) with increasing customization and service levels. Customers must contact Jeppesen sales directly for pricing tailored to their operational needs and budget.

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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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Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro: What are the service levels in FliteDeck Pro plans?

Jeppesen offers four plans with service response times ranging from 4-hour commitments on Standard to 10-minute contractual response times on Prime. Each tier adds customization including tailored charting coverage, airport depiction, and on-demand content distribution.

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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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