# Guidebox: Tools for Anglers — Maps, weather, gauges, & logs

> Private fishing log, maps, weather, and reports for anglers. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Wallace.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidebox-tools-for-anglers/id6767111727 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Wallace](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896386902)
- Category: Sports, Weather
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-20
- Data updated: 2026-10-01
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidebox-tools-for-anglers/id6767111727/reviews.md

## What is Guidebox?

Guidebox provides combined maps, reports, weather and catch logs for anglers who want a private and secure platform to track their fishing and current conditions. Spots and catches are never shared with anyone.

Log catches, bookmark spots, get conditions, and generate fishing reports tailored to your preferences. Your fishing, indexed, secured, and powered up.

KEEPS YOUR DATA PRIVATE
Your catches, waypoints, photos, and locations are encrypted, backed up, and shared with no-one—ever. Sign in with email, Apple, or Google.

DESIGNED FOR THE FIELD
Automatically saves recent forecasts, tides, and reports to take your data off grid! View your waypoints & catches on the offline map. Log everything, anywhere, data will sync when you reconnect.

Full Features:
 •  Bookmark spots with target species, method, and water type. Every report and filter uses what you set.
 •  Log catches in under a minute. Pick a photo; location and conditions auto-fill.
 •  Bulk-import your backlog 50 photos at a time, auto-grouped by time and GPS*
 •  Filter waypoints and catches by species, region, more!
 •  High resolution basemaps: hybrid satellite, terrain, satellite, streets. Includes layers for public lands, contours, hydrography (free) and 3D terrain*
 •  See real-time conditions. Guidebox pulls live conditions from USGS, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, NOAA (tides, buoys & water forecasts), the National Weather Service, and Water Survey of Canada — 14,000+ stream gauges, 3,400+ tide stations, wave buoys, NWS flood forecasts, and full US + Canada hydrography from USGS 3DHP & NHN
 •  Fish-stocking data for 37 U.S. states and 7 Canadian provinces — over 27,000 stocking locations — sourced from state and provincial fish & wildlife agencies, refreshed automatically* (data varies by state)
 •  Reports combine weather, pressure, gauges, and tides with your species and water preferences alongside established scientific literature to predict fish behavior and activity*
 •  Get tactics tailored to your bookmark. Species-specific recommendations based on real conditions — not a generic article.
 •  Index your year of fishing. Heatmaps, species collections, personal bests, and 36 achievement medals built from your catch logs.

*premium features (available with Angler or Guide subscriptions)
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Privacy Policy: https://guidebox.app/privacy
EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Private catch and spot logging
- Offline map and data access
- Real-time weather and water conditions
- Personalized fishing reports
- Species-specific tactics
- Fish stocking data
- Catch analysis and achievements

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Angler - Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Guide - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Guide - Annual | $79.99 | per year |



## Frequently asked questions about Guidebox

### Does Guidebox have ads?

No, Guidebox is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience while you plan your fishing trips.

### How much does Guidebox cost?

Guidebox offers a free version with core features. Premium features are available through 'Angler' and 'Guide' subscriptions, with monthly and annual plans starting at $9.99.

### What devices does Guidebox support?

Guidebox is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, providing a versatile experience across Apple devices.

### How often is Guidebox updated?

Guidebox was last updated on July 20, 2026, with its latest version being 1.0. This indicates a recent release and potential for future updates.

### Can I use Guidebox offline?

Yes, Guidebox is designed for the field and automatically saves recent forecasts, tides, and reports for offline use. Your data will sync when you reconnect.

### What kind of fishing data does Guidebox provide?

Guidebox provides real-time conditions from various agencies, including USGS, NOAA, and the National Weather Service, covering stream gauges, tide stations, and forecasts. It also includes fish stocking data for many US states and Canadian provinces.

### How does Guidebox protect my fishing data?

Guidebox keeps your data private by encrypting and backing up your catches, waypoints, photos, and locations. Your information is never shared with anyone.

### What are the subscription tiers for Guidebox?

Guidebox offers two subscription tiers: 'Angler' with an annual plan for $19.99, and 'Guide' with both monthly ($9.99) and annual ($79.99) options, providing access to premium features.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-07-20

No release notes.

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