Bivy - Messaging & Navigation

Bivy - Messaging & Navigation

Satellite Messaging.

109 ratings
57 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 15, 2016
  • July 16, 2026

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Discover and navigate over 40,000 mapped outdoor adventures across 21 activity types. Track your progress, share your location for safety, and even connect to a satellite device for off-grid communication and messaging.

21 adventure types
40,000+ mapped adventures
Location sharing
Offline maps
Satellite messaging
Adventure tracking
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What users say

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What's New in Bivy

9.42

July 16, 2026

Bug Fixes

2

In-App Purchases

$2.99

Premium One Month

One Month of Offline Maps / Weather Forecasts

User reviews

Awful App

I’m returning my Bivy stick, piece of crap…the app tracking is nonexistent, crashed on startup constantly…not worth the 60 a month…get a HAM radio 📻 walky talkie or a Noah weather band radio 📻 you’re better off

Not good for people with poor vision

The fonts and color of the fonts are difficult to see for someone with anything but 20/20 vision.

The map legends and narratives can’t be zoomed and are tiny. It seems to be grey on black.

Difficult to see in daylight.

Do not buy

Really horrible interface that glitches out when tracking (can’t back out of menus), doesn’t properly send updates or receive messages, and crashes when looking at the user guide and a few other menus. Really regret this purchase

It's better than nothing.

After buying a Bivy stick I quickly found that when searching for places the results are that of paid advertising many hundreds of miles away from the location searched for. Also discovered locations cannot be searched for in lat lon ie you cannot enter a coordinate and have it take you there on the map. The only way the places searched for were found was via topography land marks and then The location was saved so it could be found again. This app could use some improvement. It should be able to search places on topo maps and should have an option to opt out of paid search results.
Hopefully they get the message HERE.
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Useless

The app crashed while in the backcountry and I was unable to send messages until I had service and re-installed it. Don’t risk your safety or families peace of mind

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Reported Bugs

24 issues

App crashes on startup constantly

Bug

Tracking is nonexistent or unreliable

Bug

App glitches when tracking

Bug

Does not properly send or receive messages

Bug

Crashes when looking at user guide and other menus

Bug

App crashed in backcountry, unable to send messages until reinstalled

Bug

App crashes constantly

Bug

App crashes on start after last update

Bug

Unable to activate Bivy via the app

Bug

App requires in-app purchase before download

Bug

App crashes every time when sending a text

Bug

Lost message responses

Bug

App initiated tracking issues

Bug

App stopped working on iPhone 11 iOS 14

Bug

Unable to log in, says no connection even on Wi-Fi

Bug

Tracking stopped mid-day and missed most of the hike

Bug

Check-ins sending with old locations

Bug

Basic editing functions don't work

Bug

Moving between screens sometimes doesn't work

Bug

Keyboard won't disappear, forcing app closure

Bug

Find Me feature does not work

Bug

Incorrect river trail data leading to private property

Bug

Device heats up and battery drains on iPhone 11

Bug

Top part of the app screen is clipped on iPhone X and 11

Bug

Requested Features

15 requests

Improve search results to exclude paid advertising

Feature

Allow searching for places by lat/lon coordinates

Feature

Enable password pasting and visibility on iOS

Feature

Make the app less cluttered and more focused on core features

Feature

Add an option to opt out of paid search results

Feature

Allow creating waypoints directly from the map

Feature

Add more camping options to the map

Feature

Allow saving favorite activity types

Feature

Improve visibility of routes on topo maps

Feature

Add arrows to routes for direction guidance

Feature

Provide a way to clear contacts from message threads without reinstalling

Feature

Allow users to exclude campgrounds from the map

Feature

Increase the number of adventures in the database

Feature

Add more climbing types to filters

Feature

Optimize app for iPhone X and 11 screen sizes

Feature

FAQ

What does Bivy do?

Bivy is an app designed for outdoor adventurers. It helps you discover and navigate over 40,000 mapped adventures across 21 different activity types. You can track your progress, share your location with friends for safety, and even use it with a satellite device for communication when you're out of cell service.

What are the key features of Bivy?

Key features include access to 21 different adventure types like hiking, biking, and climbing, with over 40,000 fully mapped adventures. It offers location sharing for safety, detailed adventure tracking with metrics like pace and mileage, and the ability to connect to a Bivystick for satellite messaging and SOS capabilities.

How much does Bivy cost?

The app itself is free to download and use, offering access to its discovery and navigation features. However, it does have in-app purchases, likely for premium features or services, such as enhanced satellite communication capabilities with the Bivystick.

Can I use Bivy without cell service?

Yes, Bivy is designed for use in areas with limited or no cell service. You can download detailed maps for offline use. Furthermore, by connecting to the Bivystick accessory, you can send and receive text messages and even an SOS signal from anywhere in the world, regardless of cellular coverage.

Who is Bivy for?

Bivy is ideal for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, climbing, skiing, and kayaking. It's particularly useful for those who venture into remote areas, as it provides navigation, safety features like location sharing, and the option for satellite communication when traditional phone service is unavailable.