B&G: Companion App for Sailors

B&G: Companion App for Sailors

Great sailing charts

373 ratings
256 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 6, 2019
  • June 17, 2026

Features

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This app provides sailors with advanced navigation tools, including detailed charts, route planning, weather forecasts, and marine traffic information. It can be used standalone or synced with compatible onboard electronics for a comprehensive on-water experience.

Detailed C-MAP charting
Route planning and Autorouting™
Marine weather forecasts
AIS and marine traffic
Waypoint and track recording
Offline map downloads (Premium)
GPX file import/export
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What's New in B&G

4.6.1

June 17, 2026

We’ve been hard at work making your experience better! In this update, we’ve focused on fixing bugs and enhancing overall performance.

Subscription plans

Region

B&G Premium for The Bahamas region

$22.991 Year
14 Days trial
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User reviews

Many issues

Warning! I thought i would give this app a chance and choose the two week free trial, but unfortunately it charged me straight away so I guess the two week trial was simply false marketing?!

When using the app I can’t even create a route. The app gets stuck when I click the route button.

This app sucks

The app constantly crashes. I delete and reinstall and still it crashes. Fix your garbage app.

Die App stürzt ständig ab

Die App hat mir eigentlich gut gefallen, so dass ich sogar die Premium-Funktion gekauft habe. Nun stürzt die App jedoch leider ständig (mehrmals täglich) ab, was sie leider wertlos macht. Ich hoffe, das Problem wird bald behoben.

Very disappointed

My immediate reaction after using the app is that its display of depth has weird fonts that make it impossible to read or be confident in planning routes. Also, basic navigation and route planning is extremely glitchy. I don’t think I’d trust this at all. I’ll play with a little more, but highly unlikely to depend on it, or pay for it.
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Very buggy App

I wish I could’ve shared this information through support, but there is no support communication option for the companion app according to the knowledge base and any information posted in the app support link provided here. The app is extremely buggy the icon a circle that represents my position often just doesn’t show up every time you touch the screen. Often when touching the screen to zoom or move it thinks you’re putting a mark down. Most of the function in the UI is just not well planned and up to par with so many other Apple apps. I am hopeful that B&G will make a proper investment and get this app up to snuff.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Crashes on opening app

Bug

Fails to load maps or charts

Bug

Disconnects from plotters

Bug

Syncing issues with routes and waypoints

Bug

Inaccurate positioning and navigation

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Add mast height specification

Feature

Improve route editing and management

Feature

Allow GPX import/export

Feature

Enhance weather and tidal data

Feature

Improve integration with B&G plotters

Feature

Provide better offline functionality

Feature

FAQ

What does the B&G App do?

The B&G App is a comprehensive navigation tool for sailors. It offers detailed charting, route planning with Autorouting™, marine weather forecasts, and marine traffic information. It can be used standalone or synced with B&G chartplotters for an enhanced on-water experience.

What are the key features of the B&G App?

Key features include detailed C-MAP charting, Autorouting™ for route planning, marine weather forecasts, waypoint and track recording, and the ability to import/export GPX files. Premium features include full GPS functionality, offline map downloads, and enhanced bathymetry data.

How much does the B&G App cost?

The app offers a free version with essential charting and navigation tools. Premium features, such as offline map downloads and advanced bathymetry, are available through a subscription. A free 14-day trial of the Premium version is offered.

Is the B&G App compatible with my device?

The app is designed for mobile devices and can be used standalone or synced with B&G chartplotters. Specific compatibility details for operating systems and device models are typically found in the app store listing.

What are common use cases for the B&G App?

Common use cases include planning sailing routes in advance, using the app as an aid to navigation while on the water, checking marine weather forecasts, tracking your voyages, and sharing routes or waypoints with friends. It's also used for registering and activating B&G chartplotters.