Logbook Pro Flight Logbook App Reviews

2016-05-13 I have used this program for a really long time. It has some really amazing flexibility. I fly for a charity organization and they have some interesting "currency" requirements. With the addition of a couple of new columns and a couple of events I am able to track the additional requirements. My "currency" report is currently 4 pages long. I also really like the fact that logbook itself is not a subscription model. It does NOT stop working if I cancel the subscription. The business model of charging for various connectivity and backup solutions makes more sense to me. I subtracted a star because the software is not fully up to current Ms-Windows standards. This does not prevent me from recommending it to my friends. 2018-07-04; I still stand by my review from may of 2016. I use the Windows software as my primary logbook and the ipad app for recording my flights and reviewing my currencies. I have looked at EFB logbooks (foreflight, garmin pilot) but they do not come close to Logbook Pro for flexibility.

The conversion could not have been made easier! It was easier than I thought and here’s the great news !! So the daunting task is done and it allowed me to see data and pivot on information that has me going back to fine tune and adjust obvious mistakes My logs have never been more accurate ! There is a lot of power in this software that I have not begun to use and I am looking forward to it !

The fact there is no way to scan endorsements may lead me in a different direction soon

Who uses windows anymore? Would be the best logbook app out there but it is a slave to a master on the windows-based program. There is no app for MacOS so if you have a Mac, you need an alternative means (parallels or other) to run this app.

Forget everything you ever had. Logbook pro combined with APDL for airline pilots is the way to go. If you are a student or CFI the just get logbook pro desktop and this and you are all set my friend. If you don’t have a desktop then just get this app alone.

This is one of those apps you wonder how you lived without. Each update makes it better, often fixing things you didn't even realize needed fixing! Customer support is about the best I know, and their frequent newsletters are great. If you fly, you need this app. Plain and simple! John, N182MM

Easy to figure out and good for getting your book updated soon as shut down. Needs a windows phone version.

Highly recommend

This is a really powerful App except for sync flight entry's. if you enter a flight on your iPhone and enter another flight on your iPad, you cannot see all of your entry's on each device, only the ones you entered on that device. I also wish they would develop an Apple MAC version of the desktop. With so many Mac's out there why that is not a priority

App works well. I would like to see updated logbook stats and times when I sync the mobile with the cloud. I don't always have time to get to my desktop, hence why I bought the mobile version.

Desktop program has been great. The mobile app is okay but requires a subscription to use it. It would need to be more innovative and integrated for me to want to pay for it. Most pilots now use EFBs which will sync flight times to an electronic flight log so why pay for an additional service. In addition to e-logbook EFB integration there is an excellent and free stand alone mobile app/cloud option. As much as I have loved the Logbook Pro Desktop application it is time for me to move on to another option.

Every year there are additions and tweaks. Make a suggestion and they will make every effort to make it happen.

I have used Logbook Pro for several years and have been very pleased. I use it on my IPhone, IPad , and my PC. The Sync works great. I have never had a single issue with the app or program.

This is a great app. Syncing on devices needs work. Very robust, and capable for any type of pilot.

Still makes you sync to a laptop. Who still does that? Come on its not 2001 anymore. Why cant it be a stand alone program?

I will not run bootcamp, or any other programs to use this app. You need a Mac app.

Love your product, I have LBP for my iPad and iPhone.. The best IT guys around.. You won't find s better electronic logbook.. At any price!

Not a stand alone app.

Gentlemen, Keep up the great work, this app just keeps getting better and better. I am just amazed how easy you have made it for and old guy like me. I installed the app and had it up and running in just a few minutes. I am also amazed how fast the sync is, of course I am still amazed how fast texting works too. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to version 7 of APDL. Hopefully I get picked as a beta tester. I love how well your products are integrated and work together. The schedule importer is so convenient for me. I also love the new sky view and wx features. Good job!!! A+++ in my book

I was so excited for nc software to finally complete their logbook pro iPhone app only to find out there is a yearly cloud access fee for life for each device?? I am so shocked and disappointed. Is it true that I cannot use my iPhone data cable or wifi to sync my data from the logbook pro pc software? If this is not corrected soon then they will have lost another longtime customer. What a huge disappointment.

This has proven to be the one digital log book that meets all my needs. I have access from my iPad, iPhone and comport with one program. You will find there is nothing this program will not track for you. Pro or Pvt pilot this will meet all of your needs. I have been using the program for over 4 years and have found it to be very reliable. Recommended. Update. Into year 5 just keeps getting better with time.

In order to use the app you MUST have the desktop software (which is paid). Ridiculous. This needs to be explicitly stated in the description. Very deceiving.

Great!! It would be perfect if we can look up the name of the crew I flew with.

Great App. So many options to make entries into the log book and keep track of you flight time. Perfect tool for the Private Pilot or Airline Captain and every other pilot in between.

I bought this being told I would only be charged with the Sync function via cloud after I bought the desktop version. I was told it was good for life. That is true if you only enter data on one computer. If you enter onto your ipad or iphone then try to sync via a cable it will not let you unless you pay the annual fee. I am trying to get out of using this scam app. The old bait and switch type tactic. The IT is also terrible, as if you use more than one computer it wont sync them both and it made me relog in numerous times after I had purchased. DO NOT BUY!!!

I like the app well enough, but I'm not a fan of the subscription costs. I loved using it when it was a one time purchase (a long time ago). When they started requiring an annual subscription fee I hesitated but paid the $20 anyway. Now that's it's $30/yr I hesitate even more to purchase the subscription. As a corporate pilot and freelance CFI I find the app useful, but not useful enough to justify the cloud sync subscription fee. I just load my flights into the app when I'm on the go and the "manually sync" them up when I get back to my laptop.

Greatly cuts down my time figuring out numbers for insurance and company time sheets

I started with Logbook Pro during the PDA era and really enjoyed the program as it's quite unique however, this app MUST be used in conjunction with the desktop version to complete the suite. I will no longer be paying for 2 separate logbook programs as a convenience and especially since it costs nearly $40 annually for the app. I'll simply make a note of my flight time and transfer it to my desktop version, this is what happens when your company gets greedy.

What a disappointment. Latest update changed all my unsynced entry dates to 1/1/0001. Lost data on flights. This update is buggy to say the least. But hey! At least you get to pay an overpriced subscription. For that kind of money, I expect fully functional technology. I'm through with this junk. Delete.

I've been using LogBook Pro since my first flight in 2005. The program is great and the app makes for easy entry while away from home. Love the sync and reports features.

This app delivers exactly as advertised. I have never had a problem with the app!

Edit: don't you just love the pop ups like the one today? Memorial Day sale! Thanks for letting me know! I pay for your app and for your subscription. Stop selling me snake oil! I have bought version one expecting them to fully support it and continue to develope it into a better product. You know. Like most apps in the store. Like they do it with their PC logbook. While they let me still sync the product is basically discontinued. I guess they have change their mind and now come out with a yearly subscription and drop all the customers who bought the old one. Brilliant business plan. I don't need another reoccurring bill. After this move I will drop their PC logbook as well. I am done with these people. See you!

Logbook Pro is a good App however it lacks some functionality.

Overall this app works well providing you have the companion desktop app. However, it is missing some simple cloud sync tech. Individual flight data does not sync across devices. Only logbook statistics sync across devices.

The company’s professional product is called ADPL, Do a search and look at it if you are interested in airline ops etc.

Under NO circumstance should you even CONSIDER buying this program. I don't normally write reviews but I do not want someone else to have to go through what I did. First off, I am very proficient with computers, especially MS Excel type spreadsheet programs. I was looking for something to digitize my flight time and be able to see flight totals for Part 135 and Part 121 times, etc. I bought this because I have a Windows based desktop and thought that would be the best way to enter data. This program is nothing more than a bulked up version of MS Excel that hasn’t been updated in YEARS. The way you have to enter your aircraft is very cumbersome. I tried for hours to successfully import data into Logbook Pro only to have something be slightly off then have to restart the entire process, including reentering all my aircraft types. Not in the least bit user friendly and their help video’s are in a completely different version that is years older and doesn’t even resemble the current version, so not much help there at all. The biggest reason I wouldn’t allow my worst enemy to get this program is because the company offers NO PHONE SUPPORT OF ANY KIND! Only a company of cowards would hide behind email and a chat interface that is NEVER manned. Less than 10 mins on the phone would have been sufficient to answer my simple questions and get things fixed but you have to write email after email trying to get the simplest questions answered. After wasting MANY hours writing emails over several days trying to get some basic configurations set I am giving up. I have an iPad, iPhone and am getting a MacPro laptop for the road so I am going to purchase LogTen Pro which several of my friends use with absolutely no issues at all. I should have went with LogTen from the start but I liked the idea of being able to sit down in front of my desktop and data entering things, that plan didn’t work out. Even if you don’t have a Mac product Microsoft Excel with do everything Logbook Pro does so DO NOT WAIST YOUR MONEY OR TIME buying this out of date software with no phone support and delayed and marginal email support. I asked my friends if LogTen Pro had good tech support, their answers were all the same, they have never needed to contact then as the interface is so easy to use. I am in the process of getting a refund for this joke of software/app. I think 10 years ago LogBook Pro might have been cutting edge but in 2015 it should be considered an out of date relic with absolutely NO CUSTOMER SERVICE at all. I hope you can appreciate how much time and frustration I just saved you!

This app requires the use of a main/parent desktop program to sync to. It cannot be used alone. I'm on the road with only a tablet and therefore can't use this software.

Makes keeping track of flight time easy.

I have been using log book pro for almost 10 years now. Great program. Always reliable. Have the cloud backup as well. Never worry about my logbook being lost. Very easy and user friendly.

Great Program, easy to use. Wish I had bought this years ago.

This app is essential for keeping track of my logbook. The reports are awesome. Highly recommended.

Flying since 1981. Love log book pro. Just wish I knew it better. Need to watch the how to videos so I get better at it. Great program. Like the mobile app as well.

Hi, I have enough time for the FAA qualifications I need so I was always forgetting to log my time. Now as soon as I get inside the FBO I can use the IPAD APP to log the flight. It syncs to my desktop at home which is backed up so I have about four copies. When I print it out for some bureaucratic purpose I do have to sign each page, boo. I know students have to have hard copy log books and endorsements must be signed but it still would be nice to have my entries sync over to another pilots electronic log for consistency sake. A great app which is very helpful. The summaries and the 8710 are to die for when you need them.

It's everything you could ask for in a logbook program.

AMAZING

Have used this for 5-6 years now and it is the best by far. Very convenient. I found the customer service and support to be excellent. You can request support from within the AP and I get a response immediately.

This used to be a great app until they started bombarding us with bs monthly and yearly fees. I don't want to pay $40 every year for the same thing. Save your money, not worth it.

Bought it and use it. They keep jacking up the price every year though. $59.99 just to copy and paste my schedule now...really?! Plus $39.99 so I can use my phone to log my flight time. I should've bought log 10 pro.

Since last update, It doesnt sync the local times in flica. it only has option for UTC or device local. this screws up my update. Also it does not sync aircraft Ident as well.