# NavLink UK

> Marine chart plotter with GPS, AIS overlay, and route planning for Apple devices. (iPhone/iPad app by DigitalYacht Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navlink-uk/id775979776 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DigitalYacht Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/394667310)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: $35.99 with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: British English, Danish, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2014-01-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navlink-uk/id775979776/reviews.md

## What is NavLink UK?

Marine Navigation App that turns your Apple Device in to a full function chart plotter. Features include;

·         Realtime GPS position plotted on Marine charts derived from UKHO data

·         AIS overlay when connected to compatible wireless AIS system

·         Waypoints and routes with full route editing and planning function

·         Position, COG, SOG, VMG, bearing, distance and ETA displays

·         Configurable chart layers

·         Tidal Streams (UK and IE)

·         HorizonView  overlays navaid and targets onto iPad/Phone camera display

·         Automatic free chart updates included for 1 year

·         Weather buoy data

·         A-B chart ruler for quick and easy bearing and distance measurement

·         All UK & Ireland charts are included in the price

·         Optional in-app purchase of French, Benelux, Danish and German charts

AIS Functionality

When connected to an AIS system via a wireless NMEA link, NavLink will provide a real time overlay of AIS targets and CPA and TCPA alarms

HorizonView

Overlay chart and AIS objects on the iPhone or iPad camera image to create an augmented HorizonView display, that makes Nav-Aid and vessel identification simple and reliable

Plan and sail routes

Instant route and waypoint creation by tapping on screen. Route reverse function and route overview with inter-leg bearing and distance.  Share your routes via dropbox and email with other users.

Interfacing

NavLink is compatible with all Digital Yacht's wireless NMEA devices such as the iAIS, WLN10, WLN10HS, NavLink, iNavHub and PilotLink that stream wireless AIS data to your Apple device. 

If you have a WiFi-only iPad or iPod you will need an external Bluetooth GPS receiver to enable navigation. Inexpensive 3rd Party units are available such as the Garmin Glo.

Please note:  Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Safety Notice

NavLink (including the charts) is an aid to navigation.  Only official government charts and notice to mariners contain all of the current information needed for safe navigation. This product's features cannot be relied on to be complete or accurate and may vary locally. It is the Captain's or Boat Owner's responsibility to use official government charts, notice to mariners, caution, sound judgement and proper navigational skill when operating their vessel and using this or any other Digital Yacht product.

By purchasing this App, you are accepting the limitations of this app and the derived chart data.

Third Party Licenses and Notices

NavLink is developed by and © 2013 Electric Pocket Ltd.

NOTICE: The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) and its licensors make no warranties or representations, express or implied, with respect to this product.  The UKHO and its licensors have not verified the information within this product or quality assured it.

Your purchase includes 12 months free updates to the included chart set.

At the end of the 12 month period continued access to ongoing chart updates is available via an in-app purchase. Charts for other regions may also be added to your product via optional in-app purchase.

Our in-app purchases are 1 year subscriptions, which automatically renew at the end of the subscription period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase, and will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Pricing for our 1 year UK Charts update subscription is £9.99.

Subscriptions may be managed by the iTunes account holder and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. 
No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.

Our privacy policy and terms and conditions may be viewed here:- http://seanav.net/digitalyacht/privacy.php and here :- http://seanav.net/dyiostsandcs.php

## Key features

- Real-time GPS plotting on marine charts
- AIS overlay and alarms
- Waypoint and route planning with editing
- Augmented reality HorizonView
- Weather buoy data
- Chart measurement tools
- Automatic free chart updates

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $35.99.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GB Charts | $24.99 | per year |
| DE Charts | $20.99 | per year |
| French Charts | $22.99 | per year |
| BE & NL Charts | $20.99 | per year |
| Spanish Charts | $26.49 | per year |
| Danish Charts | $36.99 | per year |
| Croatia charts | $28.99 | per year |
| Weather charts | $8.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navlink-uk/id775979776/reviews.md

### 4/5 — updates

*2015-06-25, version 3.2.5*

potentially excellent, but worryingly slow on updates - eg the stonking great new breakwater at the entrance to Cowes is still not shown - Navionics got there months ago

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2014-10-11, version 3.2.4*

This is a great app.  AIS display is excellent.  Great for crossing the shipping lanes. Display of cpa allows you to interpret if you will pass ahead or astern.  I have it linked to a Vesper AIS engine & I think it's a better visual guide than other AIS displays.  Great that it supports GPS data from AIS nmea data, only software that does this and I think more accurate than IPad internal GPS.

### 5/5 — Greatly improved performance

*2014-08-05, version 3.1.1*

I tried several marine navigation apps and this is my favourite in terms of ease of use and good looking, easy to read charts but it suffered from slow chart drawing and panning. Looks like the developers have listened and the charts are now drawing really fast with this new version and the detail is better than Navionics. Thanks.

### 3/5 — Room for improvement

*2014-02-24, version 2.1.2*

A good app for the money, slightly quirky interface, which needs some getting used to. Works very well once mastered, but my version crashes frequently on my iPad mini retina, which is a concern and doesn't happen with the other navigation apps I have (the lot). If I were to have to select one to keep though, it would be this one, hopefully the crashing will get sorted.

### 1/5 — Very slow to render charts

*2014-02-10, version 2.1.2*

The app looks to have one or two nice features, it's spoilt by very slow chart rendering. The Charts themselves lack the detail of navionics. No competitor for iNavx.

## Frequently asked questions about NavLink UK

### What is NavLink UK?

NavLink UK is a marine navigation application that functions as a chart plotter on your Apple device. It provides real-time GPS positioning, AIS data overlay, and tools for planning and editing routes.

### What charts are included with NavLink UK?

All UK and Ireland charts are included in the initial purchase price. You can also purchase optional charts for France, Benelux, Denmark, and Germany as in-app purchases.

### Does NavLink UK have ads?

No, NavLink UK does not contain advertisements. The app is a paid application with optional in-app purchases for additional chart regions.

### How often is NavLink UK updated?

Your purchase includes 12 months of free chart updates for the included chart set. The app itself was last updated on August 24, 2023, with version 5.4.4.

### What devices is NavLink UK compatible with?

NavLink UK is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. For WiFi-only iPads or iPods, an external Bluetooth GPS receiver is recommended for navigation.

### Can I use NavLink UK offline?

While the app itself can function for navigation with downloaded charts, continuous use of GPS in the background can significantly decrease battery life. It's recommended to manage battery usage accordingly.

### What is HorizonView in NavLink UK?

HorizonView is a feature that overlays chart and AIS objects onto your device's camera display. This augmented reality view helps in easily identifying navigation aids and other vessels.

### What are the subscription plans for NavLink UK?

NavLink UK offers several annual subscription plans for additional chart regions, including Weather charts ($8.99/P1Y), BE & NL Charts ($20.99/P1Y), DE Charts ($20.99/P1Y), French Charts ($22.99/P1Y), and GB Charts ($24.99/P1Y).

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.4.4 — 2023-08-24

Charts for the whole of France now available
Updated to support latest iOS

### 5.3.5 — 2021-09-17

Much much faster chart drawing on newer Apple devices ( iPhone 9 and later and iPad 6th gen and later)

Tidal Streams, now and next 4 days ( UK & IE requires current chart subscription or free to try in Simulation mode on fresh install). See  https://pocketmariner.com/tag/tidal-stream/

Support for iOS Dark mode -  better for night time vision and use.

NavLink now works on the new M1 MacBook.

Improvements to seamless chart coverage

Improvements to In App Purchase experience

Fix for charts not drawing if no internet after fresh launch of the app

### 4.7 — 2018-08-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

NMEA instrument support for depth added and split screen iPad instruments view for wind and depth.
Fixed Notifications and alerts for iOS.
Improved search function.
Danish Charts now available (via IAP)
General UI fixes and updates.

### 4.3 — 2017-09-18

iOS11 ready
NMEA Wind, Depth and Boat Speed instruments added.
Favourite Places (POIs):- Add markers for places you want to remember, add a photo and share them with friends too. Add fishing spots with a photo of the one that didn't get away, diving locations, cosy anchorages, hazards, reminders to call in on a VHF channel etc. Now you can also share and download favourite places and routes with the whole NavLink community via the NavLink web service :- http://seanav.net/pois .  Check if others have added information in your area. Help others by sharing details on good anchorages, hazards, great diving spots or a proven route.

Air Draft: See if your boat will fit under a bridge or cable you are approaching in our unique augmented reality view.

Fix for enabling background location updates when in sailing mode.

Weather information now shows forecast in your local time zone.

Fix for NOAA raster charts.

### 3.8 — 2016-10-22

Wind instruments added with support for NMEA Wind data via Wi-fi and SailTimer ( http://SailTimerWind.com/PocketMariner ) via Bluetooth. 
Includes Apparent and True Wind direction and speed readouts. Also shows sailing laylines.
Fix for charts not downloading on iOS10 fresh install.

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