Best IRIS alternatives: apps like IRIS - SAM

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Updated October 2026

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IRIS is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to IRIS

Nautical Flags Helper by Dmitrii Napolov

Learn Nautical Flags and more

Editor's Choice

📚 Education

5.0(1 ratings)

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Master maritime communication with interactive flashcards and quizzes covering nautical signal flags, semaphore, and Morse code. Learn essential navigation and safety signals based on the International Code of Signals.

Seafarer - Seagull CES Trainer by Dream Apps LLC, (GE)

25,000 CES, CBT & SETS answers

Strong Contender

📚 Education

5.0(1 ratings)

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Prepare for maritime certification exams with a comprehensive study tool. Access thousands of verified questions across numerous subjects and vessel types. Practice in timed simulations or review answers and explanations.

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📚 Education

0.0(0 ratings)

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Maritime Academy: ICS Flags

Learn Maritime Signal Flags

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Learn maritime signal flags and the International Code of Signals through engaging levels and challenges. This app offers a structured approach to mastering flag meanings, abbreviations, and communication methods used at sea. It's designed for efficient memorization and progress, suitable for various maritime enthusiasts.

104 levels and 35 challengesCovers Letters, Numbers, Words, Substitutes, Single Flag Meanings, AbbreviationsProgressive learning and focused repetition

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Skarion: CES Test Training

CES Test answers on your phone

CES Trainer: Seafarer Test

Crew Evaluation Exam Answers

Free

Prepare for the CES seafarer test with practice questions and instant feedback. Study all questions with answers, track your readiness score, and review mistakes. Works offline with a clean design and dark mode.

Practice CES-format questionsOffline access to all questionsTraining and exam modes

Marinus: maritime rules

COLREGs, IRPCS, IALA & more!

Free

This app provides comprehensive guidance on maritime navigation rules and signals. It offers detailed information on flags, lights, sounds, and buoyage systems, along with interactive quizzes and a map feature. Designed for sailors, it ensures safe navigation on any vessel.

Maritime flags and meaningsWeather scales and cloud identificationSound signal guidance

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