# NavLink US > Marine navigation app with chart plotter, GPS, AIS overlay, and route planning. (iPhone/iPad app by DigitalYacht Ltd..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navlink-us/id804666182 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [DigitalYacht Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/394667310) - Category: Navigation, Travel - Price: $30.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 28 MB - Languages: British English, Danish, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish - Released: 2014-02-21 - Data updated: 2026-08-20 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navlink-us/id804666182/reviews.md ## What is NavLink US? 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 NOAA data (Vector (ENC) & Raster (RNC)) · AIS overlay when connected to compatible wireless AIS system · Waypoints & routes with full route editing and planning function · Position, COG, SOG, VMG, bearing, distance & ETA displays · Configurable chart layers · 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 & easy bearing and distance measurement · All NOAA US charts are included in the price · Optional in-app purchase of CA 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. Internet AIS requires Boat Beacon app HorizonView Overlay chart & AIS objects on the iPhone or iPad camera image to create an augmented HorizonView display, that makes Nav-Aid & vessel identification simple and reliable Plan & 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 NavLink Charting NavLink utilises the latest S57 based NOAA digital mapping & features automatic free updates for 1 year. With vector mapping, you can manage your layers of data to de-clutter the screen or maximise information. NavLink supports all key charting feature such as buoys, lights, bridges, depth contours, spot depths, depth contours, anchorage & military areas, weather buoys Interfacing NavLink is compatible with all Digital Yacht's wireless NMEA devices such as the iAIS, WLN10, WLN10HS, NavLink, iNavHub & PilotLink that stream wireless AIS data to your Apple device If you have a WiFi-only iPad you will need an external Bluetooth GPS receiver to enable navigation. 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 Subscriptions 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 US 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. Privacy policy:- http://seanav.net/digitalyacht/privacy.php Terms and conditions:- http://seanav.net/dyiostsandcs.php Safety Notice NavLink & the charts are intended to be used as 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 NOAA charts. Third Party Licenses and Notices NOTICE: US Marine Charts are derived from official NOAA Electronic Navigational Charts. ## Key features - Real-time GPS plotting on NOAA charts - AIS overlay with compatible systems - Waypoint and route planning - Augmented reality HorizonView - Weather buoy data - A-B chart ruler ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $30.99. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | US Chart Updates | $19.99 | per year | | UK Charts | $16.99 | per year | | Canadian Charts | $29.99 | per year | | Weather charts | $7.99 | per year | ## Chart rankings - #186 in Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store) ## Frequently asked questions about NavLink US ### What is NavLink US? NavLink US is a marine navigation application that functions as a full-featured chart plotter on Apple devices. It provides real-time GPS positioning, marine charts, AIS overlay, and route planning capabilities for boaters. ### Does NavLink US have ads? No, NavLink US does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users. ### What devices does NavLink US support? NavLink US is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. For WiFi-only iPads, an external Bluetooth GPS receiver is recommended for navigation. ### How often is NavLink US updated? The latest version of NavLink US is 5.4.11, and it was last updated on October 31, 2024. The app includes automatic free chart updates for 1 year, with options for continued updates via in-app purchase. ### What is the price of NavLink US? NavLink US is priced at $30.99. This purchase includes 12 months of free updates for the included US chart set. ### Can I get chart updates after the first year? Yes, continued access to ongoing chart updates is available via an in-app purchase subscription. The US Chart Updates subscription costs $19.99 per year and automatically renews unless turned off. ### What is the age rating for NavLink US? NavLink US has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app's features are designed for practical navigation purposes. ### How does NavLink US handle AIS data? When connected to a compatible wireless AIS system, NavLink US provides a real-time overlay of AIS targets. It also offers CPA and TCPA alarms for enhanced safety. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.4.11 — 2024-10-31 Support for 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) Support for iOS Dark mode - better for night time vision and use. NavLink iOS and its charts now works on the new MacBook M1. Cardinal mark light patterns now displayed correctly in light details NMEA instrument support for depth added and split screen iPad instruments view for wind and depth. 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 ### 4.3 — 2017-09-18 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. 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, GoFree and SailTimer ( http://SailTimerWind.com/PocketMariner ) via Bluetooth. Includes Apparent and True Wind direction and speed readouts. US Caribbean and Panama Canal Charts now available in US chart set. NOAA US Raster Charts IAP option, vector enhanced with tappable buoys/lights etc. Fix for charts not downloading on iOS10 fresh install. ### 3.3 — 2016-04-21 NOAA Raster (RNC) Charts IALAB buoyage (port green, starboard red). 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-20.*