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SkyVector vs SkyDemon: catalog facts
SkyVectorSkyDemon

Best for: Pilots planning flights on aeronautical charts in the browser

Best for: VFR pilots in Europe planning and flying cross-country

Free

Free to use and supported by advertising.

Paid

Paid, with a 30-day free trial.

Web Windows, Android, iOS
  • 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
  • Clear vector charts designed in-house
  • Airspace and temporary restriction warnings in flight
All 4 strengths for SkyDemon
  • Clear vector charts designed in-house
  • Airspace and temporary restriction warnings in flight
  • Graphical NOTAM briefings
  • Runs on PC as well as tablets and phones
  • Browser only and needs a connection
  • Contract fuel prices require an account
  • VFR only
  • Paid after the trial
Web application Downloadable app
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline
Sources for SkyVector

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

Sources for SkyDemon

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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