Compare software

AvareX vs SkyVector: catalog facts
AvareX	SkyVector
Screenshots
Best for: Pilots who want a free, open-source EFB on any device	Best for: Pilots planning flights on aeronautical charts in the browser
Free Free and open source.	Free Free to use and supported by advertising.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Web
Runs on desktop, mobile and Raspberry Pi Free with published source code All 3 strengths for AvareX Runs on desktop, mobile and Raspberry Pi Free with published source code Actively developed successor to Avare	Sectional, IFR enroute, approach and helicopter charts in one place Current weather and fuel prices on the map All 4 strengths for SkyVector Sectional, IFR enroute, approach and helicopter charts in one place Current weather and fuel prices on the map Shows drone operating area notices No account needed for basic planning
Smaller project than the commercial EFBs Few details on features outside the repository	Browser only and needs a connection Contract fuel prices require an account
Downloadable app	Web application
Open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for AvareX github.com/apps4av/avarex play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/avarex/id6502421523 Catalog checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for SkyVector skyvector.com Catalog checked September 23, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.

Screenshots