iBobber

iBobber

by ReelSonar, Inc.

228 ratings
71 reviews
Free

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This app pairs with a wireless bobber to act as a portable fishfinder. It displays fish locations, depth, and water temperature on your smartphone or smartwatch. Log your catches, map underwater contours, and track your fishing trips.

Fish detection and depth
GPS hotspot tagging
Waterbed mapping
Trip logging and social sharing
Lunar calendar
Fish and strike alarms
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What users say

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What's New in iBobber

4.1

September 2, 2025

Updated Weather Data

User reviews

Nice

Fantastic bobber

It does what it should, a few suggestions

I’ll probably write more reviews in the future because this does seem like a simple dashboard with simple controls.

One thing I find kind of bothersome that I think should be implemented in the next update is keeping the screen from auto locking when you are waterbed mapping. I mean seriously, the phone already does this when you’re watching a video or movie. It’s kind of annoying to have to go into their phone settings and keep it from going to sleep every 10 seconds.

I click auto mapping, and I’m trying to see the screen while I’m using my hands to handle the reel, but I have to stop every 10 seconds and click the screen to keep it from falling asleep.
Please fix this in the next update! Thx!

Another thing I think would be very useful is to be able to toggle sensitivity and range especially for flasher mode. I got the whole circle, but if I’m fishing and only 10 feet of water it doesn’t do me good that I can’t see a blip at four or six feet

I think this app has a lot of potential but I don’t think whoever pushes the updates has used this app once since it’s released.
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Make iBobber Great Again

You get what you pay for!

Frustrating

Hey App Designer, whatever triggers the pop up asking me when I bought my ibobber is making your app unusable. When I reply “don’t ask again“ please, don’t ask again! Also, if I do enter a date of purchase, then DON’T ASK AGAIN. It seems every time the screen changes from sonar to settings to whatever it triggers that pop-up screen.
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Constantly disconnects/refuses to connect

No matter if it’s 2 feet in front of me or 20 feet away, this thing RARELY works. I’ve stopped using it, you waste TONS of time trying to get this thing to work properly. I’d rather be fishing instead of messing on my phone troubleshooting. When it DOES decide to work (for 2 minutes until it randomly disconnects from my phone) it seems to give false readings. I’ve had it show fish in a swimming pool. Overall, this piece of junk + junk app is a complete waste of time and money.
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Reported Bugs

39 issues

Screen auto-locks during waterbed mapping

Bug

App crashes upon connecting

Bug

iBobber disconnects frequently

Bug

False readings (fish in swimming pool, incorrect depth)

Bug

Purchase date pop-up appears repeatedly

Bug

Cannot register for an account (server problem)

Bug

Device stops supporting phone after purchase

Bug

App closes when connecting

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iBobber not connected after app reopens

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Device only connects indoors, weak signal outdoors

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Depth readings are inaccurate

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Shows ghost fish

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Shows ledges that don't exist

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iBobber won't connect to phone

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Connection lasts only for a second

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App crashes all the time

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Does not give audible 'ping' when fish is located

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Screen doesn't update often

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Marks fish at multiple depths simultaneously

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Tries to sell Netfish on app start

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Apple Watch app requires phone

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Connection issues

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Latest app update resolved previous issues

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App doesn't fill iPhone X screen

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Bluetooth connection uses lots of phone battery

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Cannot update firmware from iOS

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App won't let user update to new version

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Display issues on iPhone X

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Fish setting (beeps) does not come back on after disconnect

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Bobber light difficult to turn back on after reconnect

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Firmware won't update

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iBobber won't connect

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Trip logs disappeared after new update

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Long screen update delays

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Requests to update firmware repeatedly

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Firmware update hangs

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Won't connect to iPhone

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Device won't charge or work after first use

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iPhone 4s not Bluetooth LE ready

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Requested Features

15 requests

Keep screen from auto-locking during mapping

Feature

Toggle sensitivity and range for flasher mode

Feature

Add more fish types to log (walleye, crappie, trout)

Feature

Allow editing of trip log entries (date, time, weight, etc.)

Feature

Add a 'don't ask again' option for purchase date prompt

Feature

Improve Bluetooth connection stability

Feature

Add audible 'ping' for fish detection

Feature

Allow offline profile creation/skip profile step

Feature

Add a trouble section/PDF manual

Feature

Alert when device is fully charged

Feature

Add three categories for fish sizes (small, medium, large)

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Different color for different fish sizes

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Depth reader starting at 1 ft

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Different color for s/m/l fish

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Raw sonar mode availability

Feature

FAQ

What does the iBobber app do?

The iBobber app functions as a portable fishfinder when paired with the iBobber bobber device. It displays information such as fish detection, depth, water temperature, and allows you to map the waterbed contours. You can also log your fishing trips, tag favorite spots, and utilize features like fish alarms and a lunar calendar.

What are the key features of the iBobber app?

Key features include locating fish up to 135 feet deep, GPS tagging of hotspots, waterbed mapping, and measuring water temperature. The app also offers a trip log for recording fishing adventures, a lunar calendar, fish alarms, strike alarms, and weather synchronization.

How much does the iBobber app cost?

The iBobber app is free to download and use. The associated iBobber bobber device is sold separately and is required for the app's full functionality.

What devices is the iBobber app compatible with?

The iBobber app syncs via Bluetooth Smart with iOS devices, including iPhones and iPads. It can also display fish detection and depth information on an Apple Watch.

How can I use the iBobber app to improve my fishing?

The app helps you find more fish by displaying their location and depth, allowing you to adjust your fishing strategy. Mapping the waterbed can reveal structures where fish might be hiding. Logging your trips and catches helps you learn what works best in different conditions and locations.