Best Helmsman&#x27;s Kit alternatives: apps like Helmsman&#x27;s Kit

Helmsman's Kit is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Helmsman's Kit

Seekarten & Häfen · Brizo by Claudius Thelen

Harbour guide North & Baltic

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Trakomar by Tilo Greiner

Strong Contender

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This navigation app provides essential tools for skippers, including a compass, speed, course tracking, and route logging. It offers features like waypoint management, anchor alarms, and manual logbook entries with photos and weather data. Premium features require a subscription.

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Passage Routing & Boat Charts

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Nav Tools - Flight and Sail

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$9.99

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