Comparison

Spinlock Rig vs Sailserver

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Spinlock Rig

Log and manage sailing rig settings for multiple boats and crew. Easily customize, share, and access your sailing data anytime, anywhere. Offers preloaded settings and import options for various boat classes.

Highlights
  • Log rig settings for multiple boats
  • Share settings with crew and partners
  • Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
  • Preloaded settings for various classes
  • Customize, duplicate, import, and delete logs
  • Offline access to stored information
Features
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The Rig-Sense App is a simple mobile application for logging rig settings on any sailing boat. By using this App you can store multiple settings, for multiple boats and share with the crew, training partners, classes, coaches and the rest of the world. The intuitive and easy-to-use interface of the App makes it easy for anyone to use and understand. You can log all sorts of information such as shroud settings and type of spinnaker for different wind ranges and sea states. Either start from scratch, import, or choose from the long list of preloaded settings available for most classes. Once added, logs can be customised to your liking for your optimum settings. Duplicate, import, share and delete your logs with ease to keep organised and up to date with latest settings. All the information is stored on your Phone or Tablet, so you can access your information anytime anywhere. For more information, please visit our website www.spinlock.co.uk

About

Sailserver

This app automatically logs your sailing trips, providing an online, up-to-date record. It also monitors your boat's position and alerts you to changes, and allows you to share your sailing adventures with friends and family.

Highlights
  • Automatic sailing logbook
  • Boat position monitoring and alerts
  • Share sailing trips with friends/family
  • Connect with and follow other sailors
  • View nearby boats in the Clubhouse
  • Detailed weather map and forecast
  • Connects to boat instruments (NMEA 2000/0183, SeaTalk)
Features
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Automatic Logbook Sailserver automatically keep a logbook, each time you go sailing. The logbook can be viewed online and is always up to date. Anchor Watch and Monitor Sailserver monitors your boat when you are not onboard. Get notified when there are any changes in your boat’s position, wind speed or water depth. Share your passion for sailing. Friends and family can view the boat’s logbook, and live data from your boat instruments, even while you are sailing. Ideal for both cruising or racing. Connect with your friends or follow other sailors Connect with your friends and see where and how they are sailing. Or follow your favorite sailors when they are racing or on a long cruise. Meet other sailors When you enter the Sailserver Clubhouse you can see other boats near you and they can see your boat. Weather map Show a detailed weather map and forecast for the boat’s position. Connects to the boat instruments Sailserver can be connected to the boat instruments and collects data like wind direction and speed, water depths and temperature, Speed through water, boat heeling and much more. All data can be viewed online and are used to make a very detailed logbook. Sailserver connects to most brands like Raymarine, Garmin, B&G or other boat instruments with NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183 or SeaTalk Interface. Before using the Sailserver app please create a free account on sailserver.com. Some of the features in the Sailserver app are limited or not available without a Sailserver installed in your boat. If you do not have a boat with a Sailserver installed, you can still use the Sailserver app to follow or connect to other sailors with a Sailserver onboard. Read more about Sailserver and how to install it here: https://sailserver.com

Screenshots

Spinlock Rig4 screens
Sailserver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Spinlock Rig at 80% against Sailserver's 50%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spinlock Rig ships an update every 11 months, Sailserver every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Spinlock Rig versus Sailserver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpinlock RigSailserver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 8 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpinlock LtdSailserver Aps

Customer experience

Spinlock Rig

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Sailserver

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Spinlock Rig

No in-app purchases

None

Sailserver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spinlock Rig free?
Spinlock Rig is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sailserver free?
Sailserver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Spinlock Rig or Sailserver have ads?
Neither Spinlock Rig nor Sailserver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spinlock Rig or Sailserver?
Spinlock Rig ships an update every 11 months, and Sailserver every 8 months. Most recently, Spinlock Rig was updated on September 17, 2026 and Sailserver on September 16, 2026.

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