Comparison

MyLog vs ForeFlight Logbook

ForeFlight Logbook is built into the wider ForeFlight aviation platform. MyLog is a dedicated pilot logbook app built from a pilot’s point of view for flight and simulator records, imports, career documents, dashboards, limitations, exports, and multi-device mobile use.

This page is an informational comparison based on public product positioning. MyLog is not affiliated with ForeFlight Logbook.

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ForeFlight Logbook

ForeFlight publicly describes Logbook as part of the ForeFlight app, with flight logging, hour tracking, currency review, certificates and ratings, instructor endorsements, experience reports, web access, sync, bulk import, Track Log integration, simulator support, and reports.

MyLog

MyLog is logbook-first. It emphasizes Smart Import, direct imports, Previous Experience entry, collaborative aircraft data, ICAO aircraft type support, EASA-ready and FAA-compatible formats, Crew Documents, Resume Builder, Live Flight with Apple Watch, Android support, dashboards, monthly progress, and exportable records.

How to choose

Decision point ForeFlight Logbook MyLog

Product shape Part of a broader EFB and flight planning ecosystem. A dedicated digital pilot logbook and aviation career records app.

Platform choice Publicly positioned around ForeFlight app and web workflows. Designed for iPhone, iPad, and Android.

Apple Watch support Apple Watch support depends on the broader ForeFlight app ecosystem. Supports Apple Watch workflows, including Live Flight timing triggers for block and flight time.

Import workflow Supports bulk import and templates according to ForeFlight’s public Logbook page. Supports direct imports, Previous Experience entry, and AI-supported Smart Import for text-based PDF, Excel, TXT, and CSV files.

Logbook formats Offers reports and experience outputs within the ForeFlight ecosystem. Provides EASA-ready logbook output and FAA-compatible log entry and logbook formatting.

Unlimited custom fields Evaluate custom field flexibility against the broader ForeFlight Logbook workflow. Supports unlimited custom fields for each log entry, with text, number, yes/no, and time field types.

Supports widgets? ForeFlight includes broader app and device workflows; confirm current widget support in ForeFlight's latest product docs. Yes. MyLog supports iOS and Android widgets for quick access to totals and recent flight context without opening the full app.

Career and documents Tracks certificates, ratings, endorsements, and experience reports. Adds Crew Documents, expiry tracking, endorsements, Resume Builder, current licence details, and AI-supported cover letter support.

Choose MyLog for logbook focus

MyLog is designed around the pilot record itself: logs, aircraft, documents, endorsements, dashboards, limitations, exports, and career readiness.

Choose MyLog for Android support

Pilots who want Android availability alongside Apple devices can keep MyLog as their cross-device logbook.

Choose MyLog for import flexibility

Smart Import helps when records arrive from mixed spreadsheets, PDFs, plain text files, CSV files, or company exports.

Related MyLog pages

Digital pilot logbook Flight hours tracker Simulator logbook Android pilot logbook

Public sources

ForeFlight Logbook official page

Comparison questions

Is MyLog a ForeFlight Logbook alternative?

Yes. MyLog can be used as a dedicated pilot logbook alternative for pilots who want Smart Import, Android support, EASA-ready and FAA-compatible formats, Crew Documents, Resume Builder, dashboards, and exportable logbook records.

Does MyLog require an EFB subscription?

MyLog is a dedicated pilot logbook app. It is built around flight and simulator logging rather than a broader EFB workflow.

Can MyLog track simulator sessions?

Yes. MyLog supports simulator logging and can help pilots keep simulator sessions organized alongside aircraft flight records.

Can MyLog export pilot logbooks?

Yes. MyLog can export logbooks in PDF and Excel formats for institutions, backup, and professional use.