# SeaPal - Sailors NavTool > Sailor's navigation and route planning tool with offline map support. (iPhone/iPad app by Druck- und Verlagshaus Hermann Daniel GmbH & Co. KG Betriebsgesellschaft.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seapal-sailors-navtool/id561903907 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Druck- und Verlagshaus Hermann Daniel GmbH & Co. KG Betriebsgesellschaft](https://appshunter.io/developer/561903910) - Category: Navigation, Sports - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 20 MB - Languages: American English, German (Germany) - Released: 2012-09-26 - Data updated: 2026-07-04 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seapal-sailors-navtool/id561903907/reviews.md ## What is SeaPal? SeaPal is an App for sailors and other water sport fanatics that support the skipper in his tasks for navigation and route planning. The central view shows a map with the current position and forward line. Waypoint and routes can easily be created, distances and courses can quickly be determined. The touch interface allows for fast and intuitive interaction. Online maps for trip planning and documentation are included. In navigation the offline operation and the precision and depth of detail is of special importance. Thats why digital sea maps for selected areas can be downloaded and used offline. Charts are available for the coasts of USA incl. Great Lakes, Argentina, Brasil, The Netherlands, German coasts of Baltic, New Zealand. Inland Waterways of Germany and Netherlands. For the area of Lake Constance, Bavarian Lakes and Mecklenburg Great Lakes excellent sea maps provided by the IBN publishing house are available as extensions. Further areas are in preparation. The application was developed in a cooperation between the IBN publishing house and the HTWG Constance University. The specific advantages of a mobile device and the touch interface were taken into account just as well as the special requirements of sailors and skippers. As a result of this cooperation, SeaPal Basic is made available for free. Extensions and offline-sea maps can be purchased and loaded according to your area and needs. This cooperation is open to further extension. Should you be interested to develop or provide further extensions, please contact us. Function Overview SeaPal offers the following functionality - Online Maps für trip planning - Follow position - Position from GPS always visible in the map view - Course and speed always visible in the map view - Free navigation on the map with swipe and pinch - Fast return to the current position - Route planning, waypoints are editable - Bearing and distance to any particular point with long-touch - Placing of permanent marks on the map - Select any mark as target - Bearing and distance to current target always visible in the map view - Distance measurement, even across several waypoints - "Person over Board" functionality Subscription: - Draught Feature 9.99 EUR / year. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews for 9.99 EUR per year unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of use you can read here http://www.ibn-online.de/service/datenschutz Warning SeaPal is a valuable addition to your navigational equipment, but no replacement. Always use official sea maps in conjunction. All positions are provided so that a transition to paper sea maps is simple. The responsibility for the proper use lies with the skipper. The manufacturer of SeaPal Basic assume no liability. ## Key features - Map with current position and forward line - Waypoint and route creation - Distance and course determination - Offline map downloads - Intuitive touch interface - Person Over Board functionality ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Draught Feature Subscription | $9.49 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (2 of 2) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seapal-sailors-navtool/id561903907/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Man kann keine Karten kaufen *2023-08-12* Auch wenn ich es super finde dass man endlich Binnenkarten Digital kaufen kann, so habe ich es nicht geschafft eine einzige Karte zu kaufen, Beispiel Chiemsee und Bodensee, da der Preis nicht angezeigt wird:-( ### 2/5 — Almost good *2014-01-28, version 1.8.1* It's an ok app but it's very slow and rough. Map of Lake Erie is 4.99$ but not sure if it'll work so I'll be saving my 5$. ## Frequently asked questions about SeaPal ### What is SeaPal? SeaPal is a navigation and route planning application designed for sailors and water sport enthusiasts. It provides features like map views, waypoint creation, and offline map capabilities to assist skippers. ### What areas do SeaPal's offline maps cover? Offline maps are available for the coasts of the USA (including Great Lakes), Argentina, Brazil, The Netherlands, German Baltic coasts, and New Zealand. Inland waterways of Germany and the Netherlands are also supported. ### Can I use SeaPal without an internet connection? Yes, SeaPal is designed for offline operation. Digital sea maps for selected areas can be downloaded and used without an internet connection, which is crucial for navigation. ### How much does SeaPal cost? The basic version of SeaPal is free. Additional features like the 'Draught Feature' are available through a subscription for 9.99 EUR per year. Specific offline sea maps can also be purchased. ### Does SeaPal have ads? Based on the provided information, SeaPal does not contain advertisements. The monetization model relies on optional in-app purchases and subscriptions for extended features. ### How often is SeaPal updated? The application was last updated on July 28, 2020, to version 2.3.4. While the description doesn't specify update frequency, this indicates it has received updates in the past. ### What devices is SeaPal compatible with? SeaPal is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to take advantage of the specific features of mobile devices and their touch interfaces. ### What is the user rating for SeaPal? SeaPal has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 2 user ratings. This suggests a mixed reception from its current user base. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.3.4 — 2020-07-28 Bug fixes ### 2.3.3 — 2019-12-12 Fixed draught feature. Added changes for supporting iOS 13. Bug fixing. ### 2.3.2 — 2019-10-02 Several bugs have been fixed ### 2.3.1 — 2019-06-07 An automated draught calculation for Lake Constance has been added. ### 2.3 — 2019-04-22 An automated draught calculation for Lake Constance has been added. ## Apps similar to SeaPal | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [tcSpeeds](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcspeeds/id1441225371) | 4.9 (9) | Free | Navigation | | [NavShip - US Waterways](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navship-us-waterways/id1249883240) | 4.5 (11) | Free | Navigation | | [Bodensee Navigator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bodensee-navigator/id1459511412) | — | Free | Navigation | | [Navigation Marine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navigation-marine/id1450245637) | — | Free | Navigation | | [Skippers Log](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skippers-log/id1489815914) | 4.3 (7) | Free | Navigation | | [Boatpark](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boatpark/id1466777753) | — | Free | Navigation | --- *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 2026-07-04.*