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Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map

Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map

Marine Charts, Weather & Tides

6.2K ratings
219 reviews
#59 in top-grossing Navigation
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 5, 2025
  • September 8, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

Developer

ARGO TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
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About

This app provides comprehensive navigation and planning tools for boaters, offering features like chart plotting, route planning, and weather forecasts. It aims to be user-friendly for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cruisers, with a focus on safety and connectivity on the water.

✓Web/Desktop planning with auto-sync
✓Autorouting for multi-stop trips
✓7-day marine weather forecast
✓Unlimited nautical charts (NOAA/USEACE)
✓Record and save tracks
✓Real-time NMEA/AIS data
✓Location and route sharing with groups
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Argo Navigation. Based on 6.2K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 3 negatives reviewers mention most about this Navigation app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🚀Accurate navigation
  • 💡Helpful social features
  • 🔋Good battery life
  • 🔒Reliable app performance

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional app crashes
  • 🗺️Limited map coverage in some areas
  • 🔍Difficulty finding certain locations
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What's New in Argo Navigation

3.11.1

September 8, 2026

Minor improvements and bug fixes. Included in 3.11: - New shoal areas and dredged channels on the map - Tide variance next to depth gauge now shows rising/falling arrows - Edit waypoints of imported manual routes - lights and wrecks now searchable - Hide posts from specific users in your feed - Free users can now use the Return feature on tracks

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Subscription plans

Argo Premium

Your Argo with even more features!

$39.991 Year
14 Days trial
Price Updates
September 10, 2026→$39.99
January 15, 2025→$39.99
September 10, 2024→$19.99
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Last updated on September 16, 2026.

User reviews

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Captain Mike Jackson

Pretty awesome app and getting better every day! Great job Argo team!!
Cappy JackCappy Jack

Good Stuff

Glad I chose this app.
Mike 21120Mike 21120

Captain Mike Jackson

Pretty awesome app and getting better every day! Great job Argo team!!
Cappy JackCappy Jack

Love it

I’ve been using Argo for a few years now. Absolutely love it. I love the way you can customize the water depth curves along with other features. It allows you to very clearly see where safe water is. I also love you can use the app to pre plan routes etc.
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Captain Mike Jackson

Pretty awesome app and getting better every day! Great job Argo team!!
Cappy JackCappy Jack
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Login/account creation issues

Bug

Slow map loading times

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Requested Features

3 requests

Improved offline map capabilities

Feature

Integration with marine weather data

Feature

Enhanced route planning tools

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FAQ

What does Argo - Boating Navigation do?

Argo is a navigation and planning application for boaters. It offers features like nautical charts, route planning, weather forecasts, track recording, and the ability to connect with other boaters. It aims to simplify navigation and enhance safety on the water for users in the U.S. and Canada.

What are the key features of Argo?

Key features include web/desktop trip planning with auto-sync, autorouting for multi-stop routes, a 7-day marine weather forecast, unlimited nautical charts, track recording, real-time NMEA/AIS data, and the ability to share locations and routes with friends and club members. Many of these features are available in the free version.

Is Argo free to use?

Yes, Argo offers a fully functional free version that allows users to get started immediately without a credit card. Some advanced features are marked with an asterisk and are part of the robust free version, while others may be available through in-app purchases or a subscription model.

What devices is Argo compatible with?

The app is designed to work on phones and tablets, and also offers a web/desktop application for planning. It supports U.S. and Canadian charts, including NOAA and USEACE surveys, and can import/export GPX files for compatibility with chartplotters.

Who is Argo - Boating Navigation for?

This app is for anyone who enjoys boating, whether they are new to the activity or have been boating for years. It's particularly useful for planning trips, navigating safely on various waterways like ICW, offshore, rivers, and lakes, and staying connected with fellow boaters.