Comparison

Deepblu vs DiverLog+

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

Head to head
About

Deepblu

Log your underwater adventures, enrich them with media, and connect with a global diving community. Automatically sync dive data from compatible computers and discover popular dive destinations worldwide. Build your diver profile and get your logs certified by instructors.

Highlights
  • Automatic dive log synchronization
  • Add photos and videos to logs
  • Discover and plan dive destinations
  • Build diver identity and profile
  • Instructor certification of logs
  • Compatible with many dive computers
Features
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Your incredible dive journeys start with Deepblu. THE MOST INTUITIVE DIVE LOG APP ● Enrich your dive log with underwater photos and videos to share with the global diving community ● Create dive logs automatically by synchronizing your dive computer via Bluetooth ● Compatible with most dive computers on the market (see all compatible dive computers below) ● Have your instructor certify your Deepblu dive log in-app ● Build your diver identity EXPLORE POPULAR DIVE DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD ● Discover dive sites, plan dive travel based on user reviews and media ● Cancun – Explore MUSA, C-55, and unique sea life ● Tulum – Dive in Cenote Dos Ojos and more underwater caves ● Bali – Dive with mantas and discover unique reefs COMPATIBLE DIVE COMPUTERS Deepblu COSMIQ+, SCUBAPRO Aladin Sport, Galileo 2, Aladin H Matrix, TUSA DC Solar Link IQ1204, and Shearwater Petrel 2, Perdix, Perdix AI, Nerd 2. Deepblu is also compatible with Subsurface, which supports nearly 200 other dive computers from popular brands such as AquaLung, Cressi, Mares, Oceanic, SCUBAPRO, Shearwater, Sherwood, Suunto, Uwatec and many more. *The Deepblu app is recognized as the official digital training log of international dive agencies such as IDA, ITDA & DIWA, where instructors can digitally sign their students logs directly on the app, counting towards certification. Dive on.

About

DiverLog+

This app allows divers to digitally log and manage all aspects of their underwater adventures. Track dive details, gear, buddies, and locations. Sync data with dive computers and cloud backups, and share your experiences.

Highlights
  • Manage dive details
  • Search dives by location/buddy
  • Manage dive spots and gear
  • Track personal medical/certification info
  • Add photos and videos
  • Sync with desktop/cloud
  • Download/upload dive computer data
Features
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The DiverLog+ for mobile app is the premier full-featured dive log application. DiverLog+ is the Official App for Bluetooth Smart dive computers made by the following manufacturers: AQUALUNG, APEKS, HUISH/OCEANIC, SHERWOOD. FEATURES - View, edit, and manage your DC dive detail data - Search dives based on location, dive type, buddies, many more - View, edit and manage your favorite dive spots and locations - View, edit and manage your dive gear, buddies - Keep track of personal data including medical and certification information - Upload slates, MY INFO, GPS Location to Dive Computer (DSX only) - Add photos, Youtube video links to dives, and remember those fun times - Social sharing features - Synchronize with DiverLog application for desktop, laptop, and mobiles devices - Download dive data from Dive Computer, upload your desired settings to Dive Computer, update firmware to Dive Computer using Bluetooth Smart (currently supports BEACON, CALM-ACT, DSX, i200C, i300C, i330R, i330R Console, i470TC, i550C, i750TC, i770R, GEO 4.0, GEO AIR, PROPLUS 4.0, PROPLUS X, SAGE, VEO 4.0, WISDOM 4.0) - Much more ... SUMMARY DiverLog+ allows you to view, edit, and manage your dives easily. The dive detail section gives you all the information you need, including dive data, location and dive site information, tank and buddy information, gear bag, and more. Add your diving buddies and keep your personal certification and medical information on hand at all times. View your dive profile in full screen view. Add and manage your gear with easy entry forms. DiverLog+ offers you simple search methods to find your dives .. search by location, dive site, and even which computer you used! ...See all your dives on the world map, a unique feature we call your dive activity map! You can even keep track of your personal information, including medical and certification info. You can now sync your dives with the DiveCloud online dive data backup system so you never lose your dives, and always have them available, wherever you are! Connect with our developers by posting in the forum, or contact by email at the support website: https://ediverlog.com

Screenshots

Deepblu4 screens
DiverLog+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Deepblu at 2.9 against DiverLog+'s 2.5. Deepblu also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and review sentiment (36% vs 19%). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Deepblu holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 111 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Deepblu's written reviews are positive against 19% of DiverLog+'s.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Deepblu versus DiverLog+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeepbluDiverLog+
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (39 ratings) — better2.5 (111 ratings)
Positive reviews36.4% of reviews — better19.1% of reviews
Number of ratings39111 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.09.0
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlaris ApSHead Watersports S.p.A.

Customer experience

Deepblu

All ratings39 ratings
Positive43.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative53.8%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative63.6%

DiverLog+

All ratings111 ratings
Positive26.1%
Neutral18.0%
Negative55.9%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive19.1%
Neutral19.9%
Negative61.0%

Bugs and requests

Deepblu

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

DiverLog+

Reported bugs

28 issues
  • App crashes when downloading/syncing dives
  • Crashes during firmware updates
  • Crashes when accessing settings or verification
  • All dive data lost after app reinstall
  • Data loss when switching phones
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  • Bluetooth connection failures
  • Firmware update stuck at 99%
  • Incorrect elapsed dive time calculations
  • Download timeouts around 50%
  • GPS coordinates disappear after naming dive site
  • Tank pressure not auto-populated from wireless transmitter
  • Dive computer not recognized after updates
  • Sync failures with dive cloud
  • Cannot add photos or videos
  • Incomplete label text in log lists
  • Time synchronization not working
  • Settings revert to English/Anglo-Saxon format
  • Cannot update GPS locations for dive sites
  • Dive data shows incorrect tanks and mixes
  • Map displays wrong locations (e.g., Antarctica instead of Galapagos)
  • Keyboard input issues on iPad
  • App crashes on specific iPhone models
  • Network errors on login
  • Cannot edit personal information (blood type, insurance)
  • Graph display showing blank/white after updates
  • Account creation confusion
  • Password reset not working
  • Dives disappear after login

Requested features

20 requests
  • Cloud backup and sync across devices
  • iPad-optimized version with landscape mode
  • Cumulative dive time and average RMV statistics
  • Average depth per dive display
  • Merge/combine multiple dives into one
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  • Export to Excel or other formats
  • Ability to re-download deleted dives
  • Edit and delete dive locations easily
  • Back buttons in data entry forms
  • Photo thumbnails in dive log list
  • Safety stop indication during dives
  • Heart rate tracking integration
  • Ability to split dives recorded as one
  • Search by depth ranges (greater than/less than)
  • Multi-location search capability
  • Separate logs for scuba vs freediving
  • Battery indicator for dive computer
  • Customizable gear bag items
  • Manual GPS coordinate input and editing
  • Offline mode capability

In-app purchases

None

Deepblu

No in-app purchases

None

DiverLog+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Deepblu free?
Deepblu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DiverLog+ free?
DiverLog+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Deepblu or DiverLog+?
Deepblu is rated higher. Deepblu averages 2.9 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while DiverLog+ averages 2.5 from 111 ratings.

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