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SimBrief vs Navigraph Charts: catalog facts
SimBriefNavigraph Charts

Best for: Flight simulator pilots who want realistic flight plans and briefings

Best for: Flight simulator enthusiasts who want current charts and nav data

Free + paid options

Free to use; a Navigraph subscription adds current navigation data and charts.

Paid

Subscription service for flight simulation data and charts.

Web Windows, macOS
  • Detailed fuel planning and dispatch packages
  • Includes weather, NOTAMs and ETOPS calculations
  • Free to use with a Navigraph account
  • Professional-style charts for flight simulation
  • Current navigation data
  • Integrated flight planning
  • Requires a Navigraph account
  • Free tier uses an outdated navigation database
  • Subscription and account required
  • For simulation, not real-world navigation
Web application Downloadable app, Hosted service
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Sources for SimBrief

Catalog checked October 2, 2026

Sources for Navigraph Charts

Catalog checked October 2, 2026

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