# VesselView Mobile

> Mercury Marine engine data monitoring and boat management tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Mercury Marine LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vesselview-mobile/id1167532720 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mercury Marine LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1777822540)
- Category: Navigation, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 146 App Store ratings · 90 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 96 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Indonesian, Italian and 12 more
- Released: 2016-11-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vesselview-mobile/id1167532720/reviews.md

## What is VesselView Mobile?

VesselView Mobile provides Mercury Marine SmartCraft® engine owners with the ability to view live engine data, monitor fuel usage, obtain detailed descriptions when a fault occurs and receive maintenance alerts when due.  The full functionality of the app is available when used in conjunction with the Bluetooth Low Energy VesselView Mobile module.  This app collects and shares your precise geolocation.  When the app is open and connected to your vessel it requires a continuous connection and therefore may impact the battery life of your device. Without the module, users still have access to a speedometer tool, a map with POIs, the ability to capture moments with the location tagged, plus other useful features.  Mercury Marine’s VesselView Mobile app also provides users with a Web-based account.  

Features:
•	View live SmartCraft® engine data : RPM, Battery Voltage, Engine Temperature, Engine Hours, Oil Temperature, Oil Pressure, Coolant Temperature, Sea Temperature and more!
•	Speed is determined from your device
•	Your Top Speed is captured so you can share with friends
•	Holeshot. A racing game that uses your device's GPS to see how soon you can get to 20mph or 30mph
•	Enter fuel on-board and the app tracks fuel usage
•	Average speed and fuel economy is calculated and used to estimate Distance to Empty and Time to Empty
•	Receive active fault alerts and corresponding descriptive fault information
•	Enter Maintenance records and get appropriate reminders in the future
•	See your location on a map with nearby Points of Interest
•	Capture Moments such as pictures or fish caught with a location tag
•	Use the timeline to review Moments or Maintenance
•	Weather and wind conditions updated periodically
•	Communicate wirelessly to your SmartCraft® engine through a Bluetooth Low Energy connection
•	Allows for normal phone operation – call, text, streaming music, search the web, etc. while connected to your Mercury Marine SmartCraft® engine

************   IMPORTANT INFORMATION   *************************

•	Mercury Marine’s VesselView Mobile app is free to install.  The VesselView Mobile module can be purchased through Mercury Marine dealers or through a link inside the app.
•	The VesselView Mobile module works with SmartCraft® capable engines built since 2003 (40HP and up).  One to four engines can be viewed simultaneously.
•	The VesselView Mobile module simply connects to a SmartCraft® connector located either at the helm or on the engine.
•	Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Live engine data monitoring
- Fuel usage tracking
- Fault alerts and descriptions
- Maintenance reminders
- Speedometer tool
- Map with points of interest
- Location-tagged moment capture

## What do users think of VesselView Mobile?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📊 Comprehensive engine data display
- 🎯 Easy setup and installation
- ⚡ Fast synchronization with module
- 🔧 Useful for maintenance tracking
- 💰 Cost-effective alternative to analog gauges
- 📱 Works well on tablets/iPads
- 🎨 Clear, large number displays
- 🛠️ Responsive customer support
- 🔋 Good battery management
- 📈 Detailed fuel consumption tracking

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent Bluetooth disconnection issues
- 📵 iOS compatibility problems (especially iOS 18)
- 🔌 Unreliable connection stability
- ❌ Limited engine data from expensive module
- 🎨 Basic, outdated interface design
- 📱 Portrait-only orientation (no landscape)
- ⚠️ App crashes and freezes
- 🔄 Inconsistent reconnection behavior
- 📊 Missing critical engine parameters
- 🚫 Incompatible with some devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App won't connect after iOS updates
- Bluetooth disconnects constantly
- App crashes on startup
- Touchpad unresponsive after iOS 18
- Freezes when opening or switching apps
- Won't open on iPad despite working on iPhone
- Fuel consumption readings tripled after update
- Speedometer fluctuates randomly
- Language settings change unexpectedly
- Checklists revert to original after closing
- Device sync issues across multiple devices
- Connection drops when moving phone
- App won't accept password setup
- No data received from engine despite connection
- Fuel remaining calculations inaccurate

**Most requested features**

- Landscape/portrait orientation support
- Trim and tilt angle display
- Dial/analog gauge options
- Apple Watch app integration
- Simulation mode for setup
- Miles per gallon (MPG) on main screen
- Water pressure monitoring
- Rev limiter with alarm
- Troll control feature
- Engine performance history and analytics
- Individual hour tracking by RPM range
- Customizable gauge layouts
- Bluetooth auto-connect functionality
- Offline data storage and access
- User-defined maintenance categories
- Mixed metric/imperial unit support
- Oil pressure display
- Fuel level via Bluetooth (without SmartCraft harness)
- Screen rotation for charging
- Remote boat control capability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 90)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vesselview-mobile/id1167532720/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Decent but needs work

*2026-05-28*

Dealer points you to the new app, and this app is decent and much better than the new one.  It’s as though Mercury can’t have one app to manage for the consumer. As many engines this company has out here, it’s frustrating to have an unreliable app to use.  2 apps with no direction as a company.   Would be nice to have the features in this app combined into the new app, and make the new one faster.  It’s so slow.   It’s as though it’s not loading on device and causes the lagging delay instead of loading in the background and just showing the app in a usable state.

### 5/5 — Fixing connection problem

*2026-01-05*

I have a iPhone XR and it all of a sudden would not connect at all but with other phones it would not have any problems. I had to install an app called light blue and connect to it through that app and it started to work as normal again 👍. App itself has been great

### 1/5 — No trim angle

*2025-07-11, version 1.13.6*

Really would need this feature more that some others, crazy that you can’t see trim angle

### 5/5 — Great

*2025-05-21, version 1.13.6*

Very useful. Lots of information. Some customisation but nothing complicated. Just a shame you can’t Bluetooth the information to your chart plotter without extra expensive equipment. 
But the app and the sender are great. 100% recommended.

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2025-03-12, version 1.13.5*

For a $400+ module you are not getting much data from the actual engine. You are not getting actual fuel reads, MPH is from your phone, etc. I regret my purchase of the VesselView until these items are addressed.

### 4/5 — Touchpad stopped working

*2024-09-25*

After ios 18 update, vesselview opens and communicates with the motor. But touch control of the app doesn't work. If you minimize the app, then re-open it, the touchpad works. After "offloading" followed by reloading, the app works fine.

### 5/5 — iOS 11

*2024-09-25*

Well I posted yesterday that the app wasn’t working with iOS 11. New update came out today which fixes the issue. Thanks for fixing it

### 3/5 — Needs update for iOS 18

*2024-09-23, version 1.13.4*

Vessel View is amazing and a must have for Mercury outboard owners. Would be five star but the app does not work with iOS 18

### 1/5 — iOS 18

*2024-09-21, version 1.13.4*

Does not work with iOS 18

### 1/5 — App malfunctioning

*2024-09-21*

App is awesome but since ios18 it will not work. Loads but no functionality

**Developer response:** Hello and thank you for using VesselView Mobile. The issue with iOS 18 has been fixed in the latest release. We are sorry for the inconvenience while we worked on implementing a correction.

## Frequently asked questions about VesselView Mobile

### What does VesselView Mobile do?

VesselView Mobile allows Mercury Marine SmartCraft® engine owners to view live engine data such as RPM, temperature, and engine hours. It also tracks fuel usage, provides fault alerts with descriptions, and sends maintenance reminders. The app offers a speedometer, map with points of interest, and the ability to capture location-tagged moments.

### How do I get the full functionality of VesselView Mobile?

The full functionality of VesselView Mobile, including live engine data viewing, is available when the app is used in conjunction with the Bluetooth Low Energy VesselView Mobile module. This module connects to your SmartCraft® capable engine.

### Is VesselView Mobile free to use?

The VesselView Mobile app is free to install and use. However, to access the full suite of engine monitoring features, you will need to purchase the VesselView Mobile module, which can be bought through Mercury Marine dealers or via a link within the app.

### What engines are compatible with VesselView Mobile?

The VesselView Mobile module works with SmartCraft® capable Mercury Marine engines built since 2003, with a horsepower of 40HP and up. The app can simultaneously view data from one to four engines.

### Can I use VesselView Mobile without the module?

Yes, even without the VesselView Mobile module, you can still use several useful features. These include a speedometer tool, a map with nearby points of interest, and the ability to capture location-tagged moments. You can also review captured moments and maintenance records on a timeline.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.13.6 — 2025-04-21

•  Bug fixes and enhancements.

### 1.13.5 — 2024-09-25

•  Bug fixes and enhancements.

### 1.13.4 — 2024-03-01

•  Bug fixes and enhancements.

### 1.13.3 — 2023-11-13

•  Bug fixes and enhancements.

### 1.13.2 — 2023-08-25

•  Bug fixes and enhancements.

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