Best apps like Boat Instruments

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
5 free apps
Updated October 2026
Boat Instruments
Boat Instruments
FB Imray Laurie Norie & Wilson GmbH

Whether you want more options like Boat Instruments or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 9+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

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Sailing Master M#1

Sailing Master M by Pekka Leppanen

Sailing performance
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides comprehensive sailing data and performance optimization on various Apple devices. It displays over 35 sailing measurements from boat instruments, polars tables, and nautical charts, offering detailed wind, route, and map views. Connectivity is established through NMEA 0183 Wi-Fi gateways.

NavLink HD#3

NavLink HD by DigitalYacht Ltd.

Marine Navigation and Charts
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.2(11 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Transform your Apple device into a comprehensive chart plotter for marine navigation. Access real-time GPS, AIS overlays, and route planning tools. Unlock advanced features like live internet AIS feeds and augmented reality through in-app purchases.

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Sail Buddy
Sail Buddy
Sail Buddy
by Tim Herzog
$4.99

This app provides a clean, easy-to-read display for course, speed, and NMEA data, complementing other navigation tools. It supports various devices, including iPads in split-screen mode and Apple Watches for hands-free data access. Route tracking and export are also available.

Large, readable course and speed displayNMEA data reception via WiFiRoute tracking and export (CSV, KML, GPX, GeoJSON)
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NMEA Monitor
NMEA Monitor
NMEA Monitor
View and record your NMEA data
$3.99

This tool displays and records real-time data from NMEA or AIS WiFi devices. Analyze your ship's speed, location, wind data, and more. Connects wirelessly to your NMEA device for easy data logging and analysis.

Real-time NMEA/AIS data displayData logging to deviceWireless WiFi connection
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VMG Display
VMG Display
VMG Display
Set your Course and know VMG
$0.99
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ai.Orthodrome
ai.Orthodrome
ai.Orthodrome
Navigate the Great Circle
Free

Calculate the shortest distance between two points on a map and compare different routes. Export your route data in multiple formats or use the companion watch app for on-the-go navigation.

Calculate orthodromes between pointsCompare orthodrome with loxodromeExport segments in PDF, CSV, GPX
🗺️ Navigation
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free with in-app purchases
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Messina Strait Currents
Messina Strait Currents
Messina Strait Currents
Predictions, values and graphs
Free
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iStreams English Channel
iStreams English Channel
iStreams English Channel
Live and future tidal streams
Free

This app provides real-time tidal stream data for the English Channel, displaying hourly charts based on high water at Dover. It offers tools for measuring tide set and calculating interpolated rates, with offline functionality and boat position tracking.

Real-time hourly tidal stream chartsOffline functionalityTide set and rate measurement tools
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free with in-app purchases