# cWind

> Realistic 3D sailing simulator for mobile devices with online and solo regattas. (iPhone/iPad app by BdT.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cwind/id440672916 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BdT](https://appshunter.io/developer/440672919)
- Category: Games, Sports, Racing, Simulation
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 169 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 123 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2011-06-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cwind/id440672916/reviews.md

## What is cWind?

*** A highly realistic sailing simulator for the iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch. ***
*** A MUST HAVE for sailing fans. ***
*** The best sailing game. *** 


Have fun sailing fantastic boats in 3D in-shore regattas, right from the comfort of your phone and without even getting wet.

In this game, you will use the wind to move your boat fast and win regattas against other boats. You will be the skipper, the helm-man and will also trim the sails.

The main features of this realistic sailing game are:

- Online sailing: sail against real people!
- Or play in 'solo' mode: you'll compete against the computer, with different difficulty levels.
- A perfect way to refine your sailing techniques and tactics, or to learn how to sail in life-like situations. 
- For beginners, cWind can coach you from marker to marker, by means of steering helps and progressive tutorials.
- A very complete instruments panel will give you all the data you'll need to brew a winning tactic and arrive first on the finishing line. But if you find that's too much, you can switch back to the 'basics'.
- Several boat types, from a 19th century cutter to the latest Imoca 60 footer. And now a new beach catamaran. The boats have their own characteristics and need to be sailed accordingly.
- Several regatta courses, some easy to start with, others very difficult to complete. Some of the regattas are even more challenging than what you'll ever encounter on real water! So make sure you choose the right boat for those... and keep her well trimmed at all times!
- The game implements the ISAF 2013-2016 racing rules of sailing. Respect them or you'll be penalised, like in real regattas!
- An on-screen radar will show you a tactical view of the course and will guide you from marker to marker.
- Two game modes: pure regattas, or regattas "with a twist", where you will hunt for "magic things" on the course to capsize the other boats, steal their wind, give you a turbo boost, and more...

You will have to use the wind and tidal currents to your advantage. You will steer the boat by tilting your phone, and you will trim your sails yourself for maximum speed.

Fair Winds and Following Seas!

## Key features

- Realistic 3D sailing
- Online multiplayer regattas
- Solo mode with AI opponents
- Sail trimming and wind management
- Multiple boat types
- Varied regatta courses
- Beginner tutorials and steering aids

## What do users think of cWind?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Best sailing app
- 👍 Realistic simulation
- 👍 Challenging and fun
- 👍 Helpful for learning sailing

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs in sailing rules application
- 🐛 Unrealistic AI boat behavior
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Overcrowded UI with too many messages

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sudden wind direction changes when sailing downwind
- AI boats not following right-of-way rules
- Crashes on certain courses or after updates
- Inability to skip tutorial levels

**Most requested features**

- More boat types (Volvo 70, AC72, dinghies)
- Customizable weather conditions (waves, wind shifts)
- Multiplayer online racing
- Regatta-style scoring (10 races with discards)
- Cockpit/chase camera view

## Recent user reviews (10 of 169)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cwind/id440672916/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Best Sailing App But

*2025-10-04, version 2.7.1*

By far the best sailing app on the store, but a few bugs. The sailing rules are not always correctly applied. For example, AI boats on an opposite tack change direction suddenly sometimes causing a collision, thus not keeping a proper course, overtaking boats need to give room to clear (can’t luff up straight after overtaking) etc. And start is made more difficult due to random course changes of the AI boats. But still a good game. Just loses a star due to the glitches. Would be nice one day to include waves. Update (10/25): sailing rules still not fixed - just got penalty after overtaking boat on same tack sailed into my stern (and notice claimed it was a port/starboard situation)!!! Please sort this out

### 1/5 — Cwind

*2023-04-28, version 2.7.1*

Crap app not sailors , failed math. Says relative wind angle is 45degrees when its 90, has this boat doing 60km. Steering is awful, wind is a joke. Its obvious that maker is more into $$$$ than accuracy needs lots of work..
                           No Go No Mo

### 5/5 — Best sailing game on the app store

*2022-11-07*

This ain’t the America's Cup. It’s just a game. If you want to go sailing, then spend 22 million dollars, get yourself a nice boat, and head for the Isle of Mann. If you just want to have a little fun playing a sailing game, then download this one.

### 1/5 — Crap app

*2022-09-03, version 2.7.1*

Its obvious that none of u r sailors and u failed math

### 4/5 — Best Sailing App But

*2022-07-23, version 2.7.1*

By far the best sailing app on the store, but a few bugs. The sailing rules are not always correctly applied. For example, AI boats on an opposite tack change direction suddenly sometimes causing a collision, thus not keeping a proper course, overtaking boats need to give room to clear (can’t luff up straight after overtaking) etc. And start is made more difficult due to random course changes of the AI boats. But still a good game. Just loses a star due to the glitches. Would be nice one day to include waves

### 1/5 — Biggest waste of $6 ever

*2019-05-12*

This game is awful I do not recommend getting it. Try out Top Sailor instead

### 4/5 — Like the the game but...

*2019-01-15, version 2.7.1*

Wish it was a little bit more flexible in it’s game play options. Improved graphics would be good too.

### 4/5 — Wie auf dem Wasser

*2018-11-04*

Super
Man fühlt sich wie auf dem Wasser.
Es fehlt nur noch Wasser das aus dem iPhone kommt.
Es wäre cool wenn man sich einen eigenen Kurs erstellen kann und wenn man sein Boot selbst bemalen und bekleben kann.

### 2/5 — Great sailing game

*2017-04-28, version 2.7*

Great sailing game but it'd be nice to have the option of automatic sails on every course so my kids can learn, also the app crashes way to often making you have to delete, reload and start again :-(

### 2/5 — Sort ya s *+!

*2017-04-21, version 2.7*

Could be a great game if it didn't keep freezing. I have to keep deleting the app and downloading it again to play it and lose all progress. Please fix the bugs in the app!

## Frequently asked questions about cWind

### What is cWind?

cWind is a highly realistic sailing simulator for mobile devices. It allows you to experience 3D in-shore regattas, where you use the wind to move your boat and compete against others.

### What are the main features of cWind?

Key features include online multiplayer regattas, solo mode against AI with adjustable difficulty, a complete instruments panel for tactics, various boat types from historical cutters to modern Imoca 60s, and multiple challenging regatta courses. It also implements ISAF racing rules.

### How much does cWind cost?

Based on the provided information, the app is a paid application. There is no mention of free-to-play elements, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.

### Who is cWind suitable for?

This app is ideal for sailing fans and gamers who enjoy realistic simulations. It caters to both beginners, with steering aids and tutorials, and advanced sailors looking to refine their techniques and tactics.

### Can I play cWind with friends?

Yes, cWind offers an online sailing mode where you can race against real people. This allows for competitive multiplayer experiences against other players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.7.1 — 2017-05-01

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Fixed a nasty bug making the app crash on some devices.

### 2.7 — 2017-04-17

Performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 2.5 — 2014-04-14

New in cWind V2.5:
- The Racing Rules of Sailing have been updated to ISAF 2013-2016 rules, and bugs were fixed.
- You can now replay the regatta you just competed into!

### 2.4 — 2013-09-17

Fixed a bug in multi-player mode that made the app crash.

### V2.3 — 2013-09-12

- V2.3 now supports iOS5.x for the iPad 1. Sorry for the inconvenience with V2.2!
- Improved memory management
- Various improvements all around
- Bug fixes

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