Best apps like Live Marine Traffic

11+ similar apps compared and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
10 free apps
Updated September 2026

Whether you want more options like Live Marine Traffic or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 11+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Live Marine Traffic

Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS#1

Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS by Bach It Solutions

Boat Alerts & MarineTraffic
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😞(43 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Track ships worldwide in real-time with detailed maritime data. Access a powerful marine map with weather overlays, search for specific vessels, and build a personalized fleet. Designed for both enthusiasts and professionals.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good concept
  • 👍 Well made
  • 👍 Easy navigation
  • 👍 Beautiful design
  • 👍 Interesting app
  • 👍 Helpful for identifying ships
  • 👍 Tracks vessels accurately
  • 👍 Cool and helpful

Room to Improve

  • ❌ Too many ads
  • ❌ Free version useless
  • ❌ No ships displayed
  • ❌ App freezes
  • ❌ Unusable due to ads
  • ❌ Misleading description
  • ❌ Doesn't work
  • ❌ Poor coverage
  • ❌ Not functional
  • ❌ High-priced upgrades
  • ❌ Terrible screen refresh
  • ❌ No effective vessel search
  • ❌ Ads every 10 seconds
  • ❌ Ads every 20 seconds
  • ❌ Ads every couple of seconds
  • ❌ Virtually unusable due to ads
  • ❌ Can't see nearby ships
  • ❌ Search failed
  • ❌ Useless app
  • ❌ Locks up on EULA
  • ❌ Free version has no features
  • ❌ Free version doesn't show ships
  • ❌ Paid version needed for functionality
  • ❌ Free version is hopeless
  • ❌ Doesn't show user location
  • ❌ Bought app, still needs bolt-ons
  • ❌ Only shows one ship
  • ❌ Free version not very useful
  • ❌ Doesn't show boats on rivers
  • ❌ Uses memory, nothing works
  • ❌ Free version not a demo
  • ❌ Upgrade is a waste of money
  • ❌ Misleading description
  • ❌ Lite version
  • ❌ Can't do anything without paying
  • ❌ Just a big map with no boats
  • ❌ Inútil
  • ❌ Free version totally useless
  • ❌ Has no ships on it
  • ❌ Can't do anything unless you pay
  • ❌ No features on free version
  • ❌ Ships did not load location
  • ❌ Pretty useless
  • ❌ Doesn't show any ships
  • ❌ Worthless
  • ❌ Utter Rubbish
  • ❌ No ships displayed
  • ❌ Doesn't work
  • ❌ Can't adjust anything without paying
  • ❌ Buyer beware
  • ❌ Gouging price
  • ❌ Useless
  • ❌ No data, no updates
  • ❌ Won't refresh
  • ❌ Terrible
  • ❌ Does not display any ships
  • ❌ Not magical
  • ❌ Doesn't even show cruise ships
  • ❌ Unresponsive
  • ❌ Can't pan or zoom map
  • ❌ No ships?
  • ❌ Doesn't connect to Internet
  • ❌ Super bad
  • ❌ Not tracking anything but freighters
  • ❌ All ships have sunk
  • ❌ Garbage
  • ❌ Only showed one ship
  • ❌ No search feature
  • ❌ No ship i.d. feature
  • ❌ Incomplete
  • ❌ Only GPS
  • ❌ Refresh not working
MyShipTracking#2

MyShipTracking by Nativity

Vessel Tracking App
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.4😞(4.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Monitor global maritime traffic using real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. Access detailed vessel information, port data, and weather overlays. Manage your fleet and receive alerts for movements within custom areas.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Real-time tracking
  • 🔍 Detailed ship information
  • 📍 Accurate location data
  • 💡 Useful for ship enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate or outdated ship positions
  • 📵 Lack of real-time updates
  • 🔍 Missing ship details
  • 📺 Excessive advertisements
  • 🔒 Login issues
Navionics® Boating#3

Navionics® Boating by Garmin

Nautical and fishing charts
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
2.9😞(2.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#5in Navigation
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Access detailed nautical charts and advanced boating features offline on your mobile device. Plan trips with dock-to-dock guidance, check weather and tides, and connect with a community of boaters. Ideal for cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great navigation app
  • 🗺️ Detailed charts and maps
  • ⚓ Useful for boating and sailing
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Login issues and unreliable offline access
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated map data

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Easily locate and track ships worldwide with live marine traffic data. View detailed vessel information, explore port maps, and access 7-day weather forecasts for passage planning. Includes a compass to help spot nearby vessels.

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Track ships and monitor maritime traffic globally in real-time. Access detailed vessel information, movement history, and predicted routes. Ideal for maritime professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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