# Charts & Tides > Marine navigation app with charts, tides, GPS, and ActiveCaptain database. (iPhone/iPad app by Navimatics Corporation.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charts-and-tides/id757086914 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Navimatics Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/292269052) - Category: Navigation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 2.10/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 7.0 · 42 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2014-01-03 - Data updated: 2026-06-08 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charts-and-tides/id757086914/reviews.md ## What is Charts & Tides? The all new Charts&Tides for iOS7 is finally here! Now get access to charts, tides, ActiveCaptain information, GPS navigation and more in a well designed package. Use it at home to research and plan your trip. Use it on your boat to navigate a route to your final destination. Charts&Tides was designed with ease of use in mind. The interface is intuitive and tasks have been streamlined. Unlike other marine software, you do not need to download, store and manage individual charts or load them into the software; we have done the legwork for you and compiled large area charts that combine information from multiple sources. In more detail: - Provides continuous and seamless large area charts derived from NOAA and CHS vector cartography. - Shows tide levels and current speeds on the chart using easily interpreted icons. Allows you to judge the water situation around you with a single glance. - Integrates with the ActiveCaptain interactive cruising guidebook providing you with access to thousands of marinas, anchorages, hazards and other local knowledge. - Stores the entire ActiveCaptain database offline so that it is always available to you, even without an Internet connection. - Allows you to instantly search thousands of chart features and the ActiveCaptain database. - Supports waypoints, routes, tracks and allows you to import and export them in GPX format. Route navigation with automatic waypoint sequencing is also supported. - Supports multiple options for navigation. You can use your device's built-in GPS or connect to an external GPS via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. You can also use dead reckoning mode. - Supports external AIS devices and performs Closest Point of Approach (CPA) computations. - Comes with a dark UI that looks good during the day and will preserve your night vision when it is dark. The software comes with a world base map, but does not come prepackaged with any detailed marine charts. You can purchase detailed marine charts from within the application. You can also use the software without purchasing additional charts. ## Key features - Seamless large area charts - Tide levels and current speeds - ActiveCaptain database integration - Offline database access - Waypoint and route management - Multiple GPS navigation options - AIS device support ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | 2014 US Marine Vector Chart | $24.99 | one-time | | 2015 US Marine Vector Chart | $24.99 | one-time | | 2016 US Marine Vector Chart | $24.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 33) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charts-and-tides/id757086914/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Chart updates *2019-01-19, version 5.4.15229* Does this chart app ever get chart updates? There is no mention of that. I guess most of the charts are four years or older in this app Since the last version update was in 2015? ### 2/5 — Chart Bait *2018-09-07, version 5.4.15229* Baits you. Must purchase expensive charts to use. ### 1/5 — Do Not Buy this App *2018-07-31, version 5.4.15229* I have been using this app for years and was very happy with it but it seems they have now stopped upgrading and supporting but are still happy to sell to anyone stupid enough to buy it!! I changed phones and tried to restore my purchased charts but could not. Emails to support are totally ignored. Changing to another product. Very disappointed! ### 1/5 — Loss of charts *2018-07-31, version 5.4.15229* Upgraded my phone, downloaded the app and no charts came with it. Went to restore previous purchases, nothing! Nice way to rip me off there Navimatics. I guess you expect consumers not to upgrade so they stay on par with your product.....old and inferior. ### 1/5 — Complete Rip-off *2018-07-04, version 5.4.15229* I would give NO STARS FOR NOTHING if I could but app won’t allow. After getting the app and paying $25 for the charts it worked. Shortly after Active Captain stopped working and then so did the chart. When I try to use the chart they want me to buy it again. I’ve tried numerous e-mails - no response. STAY CLEAR unless you want to donate $25 for nothing. ### 1/5 — Do not purchase from this developer!!!! *2018-06-30, version 5.4.15229* I bought the first generation of this app several years ago for as I remember around $25.00. I then noticed rather than fixing and upgrading the existing app they put out an upgraded app for $50.00. I emailed them and after lots of back forth they reluctantly gave me the new app for free. Now neither app works and the developer doesn’t seem to be updating them anymore. I see they are now charging for another one! These people are crooks! Don’t do business with these people! ### 1/5 — Abandoned? *2018-06-06, version 5.4.15229* This app was once good. The charts have not been updated since 2016 and connectivity to active captian is broken. Don't bother with this one. ### 1/5 — Charts and Tides US East *2018-04-12, version 5.4.15229* I bought this app also. Worked great. My phone is now on IOS 11. This app needs to be updated to work with my phone. Tried to contact developer. No response. They should give customers the updated version that works with the newer IOS instead of taking the “Screw You” stance and not even respond to a valid issue. Navigate far far away from this app.....!!! ### 1/5 — No maps for my area *2018-03-22, version 5.4.15229* I paid the $54, installed the download and there are no maps for the area I am in even though it says they are part of my purchase. Two messages to the developer and no responses in a week! ### 1/5 — Pointless for any country other than USA *2017-12-30, version 5.4.15229* No maps for the rest of the world. ## Frequently asked questions about Charts & Tides ### What does Charts & Tides do? Charts & Tides is a marine navigation application that provides access to detailed charts, tide levels, current speeds, and GPS navigation. It allows users to research and plan trips, and then use the app on their boat for real-time navigation to their destination. ### What are the key features of Charts & Tides? Key features include seamless large area charts derived from NOAA and CHS, tide level and current speed indicators, integration with the ActiveCaptain database for local knowledge, offline access to the ActiveCaptain database, waypoint and route management, multiple GPS navigation options, and support for external AIS devices. ### How much does Charts & Tides cost? The application comes with a world base map and can be used without purchasing additional charts. However, detailed marine charts are available for purchase within the application. This means the core functionality is free, with optional purchases for enhanced charting. ### What devices is Charts & Tides compatible with? The application is designed for iOS devices. It supports using the device's built-in GPS or connecting to external GPS devices via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. It also supports dead reckoning mode for navigation. ### Can I use Charts & Tides without an internet connection? Yes, the ActiveCaptain database is stored offline, making it available even without an internet connection. While detailed charts may require purchase and download, the core navigation and ActiveCaptain information can be accessed offline. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.4.15229 — 2015-08-27 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - ActiveCaptain changes for 2015 - Misc other fixes ### 5.3.15159 — 2015-06-17 - Optimized for iOS 8 - Support for 2015 charts - 64-bit support - Fixed UI issue with date pickers - Misc other fixes ### 5.2.15146 — 2015-06-03 - Optimized for iOS 8 - Support for 2015 charts - Misc other fixes ### 5.1.14073 — 2014-03-23 - Contains various UI improvements and fixes (including a fix for the ActiveCaptain Hazard display issue). - Supports product downloads using product keys. ### 5.0.13362 — 2014-01-03 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Charts & Tides | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [충전국밥 - 최저가 전기차 충전소 정보](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1562626200) | — | Free | Navigation | | [Klareo Delivery](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/klareo-delivery/id1563751240) | — | Free | Navigation | | [Schutz Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schutz-mobile/id1601871960) | — | Free | Navigation | | [mKart Marine Navigation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mkart-marine-navigation/id1491503791) | 2.3 (3) | Free | Navigation | | [Marine Navigation Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marine-navigation-lite/id609276931) | — | Free | Navigation | | [Parking at Frankston](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parking-at-frankston/id1659066520) | — | Free | Navigation | ## More apps by Navimatics Corporation - [Celestial by Navimatics](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celestial-by-navimatics/id392560235) All apps by Navimatics Corporation: https://appshunter.io/developer/292269052 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-08.*