# VesselFlow: Live Ship Tracker — Marine traffic, boats & AIS

> Live ship tracker with global AIS data, vessel details, and watchlist. (iPhone/iPad app by Stephen Fung.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vesselflow-live-ship-tracker/id6779067504 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stephen Fung](https://appshunter.io/developer/1505257864)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Vietnamese
- Released: 2026-07-15
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vesselflow-live-ship-tracker/id6779067504/reviews.md

## What is VesselFlow?

Watch the world's ships move in real time. VesselFlow is a live ship tracker that turns global AIS data into a beautiful map of marine traffic. Follow cargo ships, tankers, cruise liners, ferries, tugs, fishing boats, and sailing yachts anywhere on the map.

Maritime pro, ship spotter, or just curious about the vessel on the horizon? VesselFlow makes it effortless to find a ship, see where it's headed, and explore global shipping in a single tap.

HOW IT WORKS:
Open VesselFlow and explore the live map of ships worldwide.
Tap any vessel for its name, type, speed, and heading.
Search by name, MMSI, or IMO to find a specific ship.
Add vessels to your watchlist and follow them anytime.

LIVE SHIP MAP:
• Real-time vessel positions from live AIS data.
• Worldwide coverage of ports, coastlines, and busy shipping lanes.
• A fluid, density-aware map that reveals more ships as you zoom in.
• Vessels color-coded by type, so you can read the traffic at a glance.

TAP ANY VESSEL:
• Name, ship type, and country flag.
• Live speed, course, and heading.
• Its recent track, drawn right on the map.

SEARCH & FOLLOW:
• Instant search by vessel name, MMSI, or IMO.
• Find vessels near you.
• Build a personal watchlist of the ships you care about.
• Jump back to recently-viewed vessels.

TRACK ANYTHING AT SEA:
• Cargo ships, container ships, tankers, and bulk carriers.
• Cruise ships, passenger ferries, yachts, and sailing boats.
• Tugs, pilot boats, fishing vessels, and more.

FREE TO USE:
The live map, search, watchlist, and live vessel details are free, with optional in-app purchases to unlock more.

Upgrade to VesselFlow Pro:
Full vessel specifications: length, beam, draught, gross tonnage, deadweight, year built, home port, and call sign (where available).
Live voyage: destination, estimated arrival (ETA), and route progress.
In-depth track history: recent track with speed, distance, and timeline stats.

VesselFlow Pro is available as an auto-renewable subscription: Weekly, Monthly, or Annual.

Subscription details:
Payment is charged to your Apple Account at purchase confirmation.
Auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, at the stated cost.
Manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings.

DISCLAIMER:
• VesselFlow is unaffiliated with any shipping company, vessel operator, or maritime authority.
• Positions come from publicly-broadcast AIS data and may be delayed, incomplete, or unavailable.
• For informational use only, not for navigation or any safety-of-life-at-sea decision.

Privacy Policy: https://caseadri.com/vesselflow/privacypolicy.html
Terms & Conditions: https://caseadri.com/vesselflow/termsandconditions.html
Support: vesselflow-support@caseadri.com

## Key features

- Real-time ship positions
- Global marine traffic map
- Detailed vessel information
- Search by name, MMSI, or IMO
- Personal watchlist
- Full vessel specifications (Pro)
- Live voyage details (Pro)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vesselflow-live-ship-tracker/id6779067504/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great UX

*2026-08-31*

love the ui and how responsive the map is

## Frequently asked questions about VesselFlow

### What types of vessels can I track with VesselFlow?

VesselFlow allows you to track a wide variety of vessels including cargo ships, container ships, tankers, bulk carriers, cruise ships, passenger ferries, yachts, sailing boats, tugs, pilot boats, and fishing vessels.

### Is VesselFlow free to use?

Yes, the live map, search functionality, watchlist, and live vessel details are free to use. Optional in-app purchases are available to unlock additional features.

### What additional features are available with VesselFlow Pro?

VesselFlow Pro unlocks full vessel specifications like length and tonnage, live voyage details including destination and ETA, and in-depth track history with speed and distance statistics.

### How does the VesselFlow Pro subscription work?

VesselFlow Pro is an auto-renewable subscription available weekly, monthly, or annually. Payment is charged to your Apple Account, and renewals occur within 24 hours of the current period's end unless turned off at least 24 hours prior.

### Can I manage my VesselFlow Pro subscription?

Yes, you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal directly in your device's Account Settings after confirming your purchase.

### Is VesselFlow data always accurate?

VesselFlow uses publicly broadcast AIS data, which may be delayed, incomplete, or unavailable. The app is intended for informational use only and not for navigation or safety-of-life-at-sea decisions.

### What devices does VesselFlow support?

VesselFlow is supported on iPhone and iPad devices, offering a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is VesselFlow updated?

The app was last updated on August 3, 2026, with version 1.0.1. This indicates active development and potential for future improvements and feature additions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2026-09-03

Bug fixes
UI/UX improvements
Performance improvements
Accessibility improvements

### 1.0.3 — 2026-08-15

- Improvements to replay playback and controls.
- Fixed a rare crash on the map.
- Accessibility, layout and stability refinements throughout.
- Bug fixes
- Performance improvements

### 1.0.2 — 2026-08-08

Replay now lets you watch the last hours of traffic play back on the map. Follow a single vessel along its entire track, or replay a chokepoint to see how it fills up and then clears.

Recent has been upgraded too: ports and straits now appear there alongside vessels, so you can jump back to the places you care about faster.

iPad users get smoother map and panel resizing for a more stable, responsive view.

We also improved reliability across the app, including search, watchlist names, replay playback, and map framing.

Plus, bug fixes and performance improvements throughout for a faster, more consistent experience.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-08-03

Explore ports and straits to see which vessels are docked or passing through, and save your favorites for quick access. Pro users get multi-day tracking history plus a vessel’s next voyage leg directly on the map.

Markers are now smoother and more responsive, gliding and turning as each new position is received so movement looks natural and easy to follow.

Find what you need faster with search by vessel or by place.

This update also includes bug fixes and performance improvements for a faster, more reliable tracking experience.

### 1.0 — 2026-07-15

No release notes.

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*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 2026-09-07.*