Best apps like Float - Canal & River Logbook

7+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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7 free apps
Updated July 2026

Looking for something like Float? We've analyzed 7+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

ParcSync: Parking, EV & GPS

ParcSync: Parking, EV & GPS by parcsync

Shared Spots, Earn & Navigate
🗺️ Navigation
5.0(12 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Top Alternatives to Float

eOceanic#1

eOceanic by eOceanic Limited

Sailing resource
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Empowering boaters with comprehensive sailing intelligence for the English and Irish coasts. Download charting, tidal data, and more for offline use, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience at sea.

WaterNav#2

WaterNav by River Canal Rescue Ltd

Connecting The Community
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
3.2(6 ratings)
Free
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This app provides offline waterway maps and navigation tools, displaying points of interest, locks, bridges, and closures. It offers route planning with customizable journey times and speed, and includes special features for River Canal Rescue members.

Canals.UK#3

Canals.UK by MARK MANSER

Navigate 2000+ miles UK Canals
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.7(49 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app is a comprehensive guide for navigating over 2,000 miles of UK canals. It provides detailed information on locks, bridges, facilities, and points of interest for boaters and walkers. An optional upgrade offers advanced features like route planning and boat tracking.

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iStreams English Channel
iStreams English Channel
iStreams English Channel
Smart tidal streams utility
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
🗺️ Navigation
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free with in-app purchases
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iStreams Solent
iStreams Solent
iStreams Solent
by Colin Porteous
Free

This app provides real-time Solent tidal stream data, displaying hourly charts and tools to measure tide set and interpolated rates. It functions offline and allows for future planning by selecting different dates.

Real-time Solent tidal stream chartsOffline functionalityTide set and rate measurement tools
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free with in-app purchases
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iStreams Thames Estuary
iStreams Thames Estuary
iStreams Thames Estuary
by Colin Porteous
Free

Access real-time tidal stream charts for the Thames Estuary, even offline. This navigation tool automatically displays the correct hourly chart based on High Water at Sheerness, aiding sailors and coastal navigators in understanding tidal flow quickly and accurately.

Real-time tidal stream chartsAutomatic hourly chart displayFully offline functionality
🗺️ Navigation
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free with in-app purchases
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iStreams West Scotland
iStreams West Scotland
iStreams West Scotland
by Colin Porteous
Free

This navigation app provides real-time tidal stream charts for West Scotland, automatically aligning with High Water at Dover. It offers full offline functionality for sailing and coastal navigation, with tools to calculate stream rates and measure tidal direction. Plan your passage with ease using its intuitive interface.

Real-time tidal stream chartsOffline functionalityAutomatic chart updates
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free with in-app purchases