Best TowRiver alternatives: apps like TowRiver

7+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
7 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like TowRiver or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 7+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to TowRiver

BridgeClear Mobile#1

BridgeClear Mobile by WILLIAM DANIEL PRINCE

Bridge Clearance for Pilots
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
5.0(7 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Provides real-time vertical clearance data for bridges on US waterways, essential for towboat pilots. Offers live gauge stages, tidal currents, and navigation aids. A subscription unlocks premium features for enhanced safety and planning.

Lock Status#2

Lock Status by Andrew Thom

U.S. River Lock & Dam Status
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.8(20 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Provides real-time information on U.S. river locks and dams. Get contact details and see upcoming locks for your waterway journey. Essential for boaters and canoeists navigating rivers.

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SEAiq USA
SEAiq USA
SEAiq USA
by Sakhalin
Free

Navigate US waterways with detailed NOAA and US Army Corps of Engineers charts. Features include waypoints, routes, tracks, weather overlays, and an anchor alarm. Offers a 7-day evaluation period before an in-app upgrade is required for full functionality.

NOAA and US Army Corps of Engineers chartsWaypoints, routes, and tracksNight color modes
🗺️ Navigation
(501)
free with in-app purchases
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onNAV Marine
onNAV Marine
onNAV Marine
Modern 3D marine charts, buoys
Free

This app offers advanced marine navigation with 3D charts, real-time weather, and safety alerts. Plan trips, track storms, and monitor conditions with a user-friendly interface for all boating enthusiasts.

3D ENC Day & Night Nautical ChartsMulti-Device Anchor AlertLive Hurricane Tracker
🗺️ Navigation
(18)
free with in-app purchases
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Coastal Explorer
Coastal Explorer
Coastal Explorer
Cruise planning and navigation
Free

Plan and log your cruises with detailed nautical charts and weather forecasts. Enhance your experience with a subscription for offline access, real-time navigation, and integration with marine electronics.

View NOAA and USACE nautical chartsCreate routes and waypointsCloud synchronization
🗺️ Navigation
(16)
free with in-app purchases
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GaugeStage: Water Levels
GaugeStage: Water Levels
GaugeStage: Water Levels
River Levels & Flood Alerts
Free

Track real-time water levels for over 12,000 rivers and streams nationwide. Get flood alerts, monitor conditions, and plan boating or fishing trips with confidence. Access NOAA data and an interactive map to find gauges easily.

Real-time water level trackingFlood alerts and warningsInteractive map view
🗺️ Navigation
(16)
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