# Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling — user reviews > 179 indexed App Store user reviews of Paddle Ways by OnWater, LLC, rated 4.30/5 from 1,358 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paddle-ways-lets-go-paddling/id1673590983/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paddle-ways-lets-go-paddling/id1673590983.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 997 · 4★ 130 · 3★ 60 · 2★ 51 · 1★ 120 ## What do users think of Paddle Ways? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🚀 Great resource for finding new paddling locations - 👍 Useful information on boat ramps and access points - 💡 Potential for detailed river mapping and navigation - 🚀 Helpful for planning logistics and trip details **Cons** - 🐛 Incomplete or inaccurate data for many regions - 💰 Free version too limited, premium subscription required - 🔒 Issues with account deletion and location tracking - 🐛 Technical issues like freezing, crashes, and bugs **Commonly reported bugs** - Boat ramps shown in incorrect locations - Mapping issues with route planning and distance measurement - Persistent login/account issues for some users **Most requested features** - Add more detailed river information (rapids, campsites, etc.) - Improve route planning and measurement tools - Incorporate user-generated content and community features - Provide better support for flat water activities like SUP ## Newest reviews (14 of 179) ### 3/5 — Almost there *2026-08-14, version 3.3.0* I think that in time this will be a great app. Still a little clunky and would like to see more of an AllTrails app style search. Adding in fishing options would make this more of a go to for kayakers, SUP and kayak fishing enthusiasts. ### 2/5 — Only lists marinas *2026-08-10, version 3.2.9* Great idea, but the app only shows marinas in my area,any of which are private or charge for parking. Definitely needs improvement. ### 3/5 — Only one minor issue *2026-08-07, version 3.2.9* Just got the app and so far it looks great. I wish it would quit asking me to get the paid upgraded version, but that’s to be expected these days. The only issue I have with it in the 10 minutes I’ve used it is that I can’t seem to correct erroneous data/information. At the very least submit a correction for review or something along those lines. Other than that it seems great! ### 2/5 — Trouble with subscription *2026-07-13, version 3.2.7* From what I can tell the app allows you to find and set different locations. I have not been able to get the full use out of the app as I paid for the premium subscription but it is still showing a free subscription. I emailed support and they have yet to respond. ### 3/5 — No Rapid info *2026-07-13, version 3.2.7* The app is decent enough as is however there is barely any information on rapids if you are into white water rafting or kayaking this app misses the mark. ### 3/5 — Not a lot of data *2026-06-16, version 3.2.6* Being a young female I really can’t go explore places to paddle without knowing for sure where to go, what the conditions are like etc. I literally live on a peninsula and know there are places I can go… but this app doesn’t give the info needed. For example, it would be nice to know the type of waters they are. Is it swampy, what type of wildlife, etc. There are places marked near me I know FOR SURE has gators and sharks and people would never ever recommend you paddle there… yet that’s not listed on the app. I fear naive people might get hurt using this app without it listed!! ### 2/5 — Renewal Offer Scam *2026-05-11, version 3.1.8* They sent me an email for a 50% off offer from $49.99 a year to $24.99. I selected the “Save Now” button and was charged the full amount of the $49.99. Where is my $25.00 savings? ### 1/5 — Not that useful *2025-10-19, version 2.9.6* I'm unsure what I just paid for. The maps don't have waypoints. They really only give me mileage for a section. The map is not helpful for navigating waterways and absolutely useless for rapids. It doesn't even list rapids on the maps. Only sometimes it will give current flow rates. Most times I've needed information it just list conditions not available. May want to save your money. Wish there were better apps for river running. ### 1/5 — App keeps freezing. *2025-10-19, version 2.9.6* I got the premium plan and now have buyers remorse. The app keeps freezing up and I can’t even explore the app to understand its functionality. I’ve deleted and reinstalled it. No joy! Also, it suggests there’s information about rivers, but what if you paddle lakes too? I had to exit the app and just google water temperature, wind and weather conditions for a lake I plan to paddle today because I couldn’t get it from the app. Useless! ### 1/5 — Terrible terrible terrible *2025-10-16, version 2.9.6* This app doesn’t do anything it’s supposed to well, and most of it’s supposed to do it doesn’t do at all. The user interface is terrible, the tracking is impossible and it just flat out doesn’t work. ### 4/5 — Great Idea, Slightly Glitchy *2025-09-30, version 2.9.4* This app is a great idea, it just needs some more data for my area. Also, the app is a little glitchy and could use some TLC. ### 1/5 — Pointless *2025-09-24, version 2.9.3* The main lake that I use isn’t even on here. I do get a message to upgrade every 5 seconds. Don’t fall for it… ### 1/5 — Can't even look at it without being asked to subscribe *2025-09-11, version 2.9.3* I don't do subscriptions unless I have a clue what it's for. The little bit I have seen doesn't have much data in it. ### 1/5 — Too glitchy *2025-09-11, version 2.9.3* I really wanted this app to work but after installing 1/2 my screen was obscured with a pop up saying “Are you ready to explore” but there is no way to make this disappear and actually explore. After one day the “are you ready to explore” screen appeared to have gone away and I tried to start adding rivers and other points of interest. Despite allowing the app to use my current location, it immediately relocated to Montana (I’m in Ohio) and froze. I can’t navigate anywhere within the app. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Too difficult *2026-07-22, version 3.2.8* It’s awful ### 1/5 — Not at all user friendly. *2026-07-13, version 3.2.7* If you type in a very specific location. It only gives you the city and doesn’t label any of the points by name only an icon. ### 1/5 — Unusable if you don't pay *2026-07-06, version 3.2.7* Too many pop ups and restrictions to get you to pay for the app. ### 1/5 — Unable to create an account or sign in last couple months. *2026-07-04, version 3.2.7* App unfortunately won’t let me sign or create an account by any method, page just refreshes with any method you choose, and nothing progresses. ### 1/5 — Hassle *2026-06-28, version 3.2.7* I have been on the app, literally no more than 30 seconds when I was repeatedly reminded to leave a review. I hadn’t even gotten a chance to see what the map look like. That’s why I gave him one star review. I’ll use it for six months and then we’ll see. ### 1/5 — Sick of having to pay for any features *2026-06-06, version 3.2.3* Downloaded after my gf saw the ad, looked cool but I knew it was a pay to play from a mile away. But in order to do ANYTHING other than looking at a map you have to pay $50 a year. Such bs. ### 1/5 — Only usa *2026-05-01, version 3.1.8* Nothing in Canada this app is useless if your from Canada ### 1/5 — No use in Europe *2026-03-24, version 3.1.2* This app is clearly aimed at the US market. It has no value in the UK or Europe. It’s a good idea poorly executed. ### 1/5 — No info *2026-03-08, version 3.1.0* Love doing overnight kayaking trips. This app is good to show me where a river or lake is and that’s about it. This app isn’t where it claims to be yet. ### 1/5 — Constant pop-ups *2026-01-18, version 3.0.1* Borderline unuseable due to the amount of pop-ups constantly ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Sup *2026-08-19, version 3.3.0* Best app ever ### 5/5 — Hassle *2026-07-15, version 3.2.7* I had been on the app, literally no more than 30 seconds when I was repeatedly reminded to leave a review. I left a negative review as a result. The developers contacted me and they have made some notification adjustments which allows the viewer to go to the area they’re looking at instantaneously. I found directions to put in for a paddle on Saturday. Thank you Paddleways! ### 5/5 — Super nice app *2026-06-06, version 3.2.3* 5 stars app for shure ### 5/5 — If you’re listening…. *2026-05-20, version 3.2.2* I love the app i use it all the time just to explore new possible areas but that being said i have a group on here and caint talk chat or anything to my members please do some work make it easy to welcome people invite more reach out and be able to communicate bring paddlers together let me @ account names and put more effort in to socialize and just to let more member know when your out paddling ### 5/5 — Helpful app *2026-04-14, version 3.1.5* Very helpful app, just what I need for paddling. ### 5/5 — All-in-One and Promising! *2026-04-05, version 3.1.4* This app is fantastic — it has every feature I would ever need! I think it would be cool to have some sort of fitness tracker built in, but that’s a big ask. The bathymetry map for my home state is super nice as well! ### 5/5 — Location LocationLocation *2025-09-10, version 2.9.3* With so much private land, it’s sometimes difficult to find access. With Paddleways I found a sweet public launch (with a floating dock) hidden away behind a nondescript gravel parking lot. You’d never know it was there. It gave me access to some fantastic fishing areas. Worth it for that alone. Cheers! ### 5/5 — Paramount paddling app *2025-09-09, version 2.9.3* Great info that is updated regularly. Excellent resource. Highly recommended for paddlers of all skill levels. ### 5/5 — Useful *2025-09-09, version 2.9.3* It’s a great app to help find new and often off the beaten path places to paddle. ### 5/5 — Great! *2025-08-16, version 2.9.1* Love this app, it’s very helpful in finding new paddle trails and new accesses. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*