# Boat-Safe — Stress-free boat training

> Comprehensive boating rules and navigation training for recreational boaters. (iPhone/iPad app by BoatSafe LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-safe/id6450527198 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BoatSafe LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693753386)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 89 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-07-02
- Data updated: 2026-07-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-safe/id6450527198/reviews.md

## What is Boat?

It’s time to do this! The complete instructions (International and Inland (USA)) on how to avoid other boats. What to do, what not to do and when to do it. Knowledge check to show your insurance company and your attorney (heaven forbid you ever need one!). Proven insights from a former Royal Navy Warship-Driving Officer. 
Go from:
•	Anxious
•	Nervous
•	Yelled at
•	Stared at
•	Confused
•	Pretending to know
•	Inventing your own Rules that don’t exist
•	Repeating what someone told you that “Might has Right”
•	Learning confusing lights and shapes that you don’t need to know

To being:

•	Knowledgeable of the Rules that you use every moment you are driving your boat that will keep you safe so that you have more fun out on the water.

Whether your boat is power or sail, 15-feet (4 meters) to 150-feet (45 meters), if you are a recreational boater, this course is for you. No more stressing over who gives way to whom, slowing down for everyone else, being at the mercy of other boaters who think the only rule they need is “Might has Right” and the “Law of Gross Tonnage”. 

There’s no quick and easy way to learn the rules. The course lasts a little under 3-hours and you are encouraged to view it several times. Each of the pertinent rules (instructions) is verbalized in its official legal entirety. You do not need to memorize it, but it is important that you understand the existence of each rule and its wording. Some rules are very quick, others are lengthier. Stay with it – your instructor will then instill “what it means” for you on your boat. You must take the time to absorb these expert insights from your instructor.

You should know who your instructor is! Meet David Morris. A former British Royal Navy warship driving Officer and yacht captain. David qualified for the Royal Yachting Association Yachtmaster Offshore Power and Sail Captain’s license in 1988. He got his first captains’ position that same year, in Spain and took a 90-foot yacht through the Straits of Gibralter along the coast of North Africa. David joined the Royal Navy in 1991. He Graduated from Brittania Royal Naval College, Dartmouth (UK), having completed initial sea training and “Fleet Time” in two anti-submarine frigates deployed to the western Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific. David received specialists navigators training and intensive word-perfect examination passes on the Collision (Navigation) Rules. David was the Officer of the watch in two sea going appointments culminating as senior bridge watch keeping officer in HMS Newcastle, a guided missile destroyer which David navigated in some of the busiest shipping lanes in the world. Throughout this time, David was required to pass monthly written exams on the Collision Rules in order to maintain operational status. David also administered, instructed and reviewed other Officer’s performance and knowledge on the Collison Rules. 

You will thank yourself for taking these steps to a more enjoyable, stress-free experience.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE APP AND PURCHASE OPTIONS

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## Key features

- International and US inland navigation rules
- Expert insights from a former Royal Navy officer
- Transforms anxiety into boating knowledge
- Suitable for power and sail boats
- Course duration under 3 hours
- Verbalized official legal rule wording

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Onetime Subscription Plan | $99.00 | one-time |
| Online Course (Docking) | $149.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-safe/id6450527198/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Tonnes of valuable content! Thank you

*2024-07-02, version 3.10.8*

As a beginner, the BoatSafe app has been invaluable! It's packed with tips and valuable information that have made my boating journey smooth and enjoyable. Easy to use and worth every penny. Highly recommended for anyone starting out and who wants to gain better understanding on how to use your boat safely.

### 5/5 — Excellent course

*2024-05-18*

This is a game changer. First he tells you the Rule, then tells you how to implement it. It literally tells you everything you need to know to be safe and confident on your boat. This guy is a next level expert. This course has helped me so much. Thank you.

### 1/5 — Hmmmmm

*2023-08-20, version 3.7.2*

Pretty mundane stuff, plenty of repetitive questions and not very intuitive content. I should have saved my money.

## Frequently asked questions about Boat

### What is Boat-Safe?

Boat-Safe is an educational application designed to teach recreational boaters international and US inland navigation rules. It aims to build confidence and ensure safety on the water through expert-led instruction.

### Who is the instructor for Boat-Safe?

The instructor is David Morris, a former British Royal Navy warship driving officer and yacht captain with extensive experience and qualifications, including the Royal Yachting Association Yachtmaster Offshore Power and Sail Captain’s license.

### How long is the Boat-Safe course?

The course lasts a little under 3 hours and is recommended to be viewed multiple times. It covers pertinent rules and provides expert insights into their practical application.

### What kind of boats does Boat-Safe cover?

Boat-Safe is suitable for all recreational boaters, whether they operate power or sail boats ranging from 15 feet (4 meters) to 150 feet (45 meters) in length.

### Does Boat-Safe have ads?

Yes, Boat-Safe contains advertisements. As a free application with in-app purchases, it utilizes ads to support its availability.

### What is the age rating for Boat-Safe?

Boat-Safe has an age rating of 4+, making it accessible for a wide range of users interested in learning boating safety.

### On what devices can I use Boat-Safe?

Boat-Safe is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, allowing users to learn boating rules across various Apple mobile platforms.

### How often is Boat-Safe updated?

Boat-Safe was last updated on December 3rd, 2025, indicating a recent commitment to maintaining and improving the application's content and functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.12.12 — 2025-12-03

Bugfixes

### 3.10.8 — 2024-06-26

Bugfixes

### 3.10.7 — 2024-04-16

Some enhancements and bug fixes.

### 3.9.5 — 2023-09-15

Bugfixes

### 3.9.4 — 2023-09-12

Bugfixes

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