# Wavve Boating vs Map Chart Mosaic

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wavve Boating at 52% against Map Chart Mosaic's 0%. Wavve Boating also leads on price (Free vs $3.99) and rating (4.7 vs 2.6). Map Chart Mosaic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Wavve Boating is free to download; Map Chart Mosaic costs $3.99 up front. Wavve Boating sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Map Chart Mosaic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Wavve Boating holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wavve Boating has 6.7K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Wavve Boating's written reviews are positive against 0% of Map Chart Mosaic's.

Wavve Boating ships an update every 6 days, Map Chart Mosaic every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wavve Boating | Map Chart Mosaic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavve-boating-gps-map-chart/id1241140495/reviews)** | [2.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-chart-mosaic/id1444818142/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **51.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | #114 |
| Size | 201 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wavve Boating INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1241140494) | [AppMosaic.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/301672819) |

## What reviewers say

### Wavve Boating

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavve-boating-gps-map-chart/id1241140495)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Grossing · Navigation, #199 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

This navigation app provides detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts for boaters. It features a user-friendly GPS interface, community-shared points of interest, and the ability to track friends on the water.

**Highlights:** Seamless marine GPS navigation, Customizable nautical charts, Community boating points of interest, Tide and water level tracking, Seven-day weather forecasts, Friend location sharing (Fleets)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription (No Data) | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Best Value - Wavve Boating | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription (No Data) | $69.99 | per year |
| Best Value - Wavve Boating | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate navigation
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Helpful features like weather and wave data
- 🚢 Great for new and experienced boaters
- 🤝 Good customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate depth charts
- 🚫 Limited coverage for certain areas
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Forced to sign up before trying
- 🤯 Confusing login/account issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when accessing depth data
- Logged out unexpectedly, unable to log back in
- Subscription charges despite cancellation

**Requested features**

- Add more inland lake and river coverage
- Improve auto-routing capabilities
- Allow editing of saved routes
- Integrate with more boat displays
- Add social features to share trips with friends


### Map Chart Mosaic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-chart-mosaic/id1444818142)

**Currently charting:** #114 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Access detailed topographic, satellite, and weather forecast maps offline on your iPhone and smartwatch. Plan routes, record GPS tracks, and share your journey data. View maps without an internet connection.

**Highlights:** Offline topographic and satellite maps, GRIB weather forecast maps, Cycle and hiking trail maps, Smartwatch map support (Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Amazfit), Add map markers and travel routes, Record GPS tracks and share as GPX, GPS travel information (speed, ETA)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wavve Boating free?

Wavve Boating is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Map Chart Mosaic free?

Map Chart Mosaic costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Wavve Boating or Map Chart Mosaic?

Wavve Boating is rated higher. Wavve Boating averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while Map Chart Mosaic averages 2.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do Wavve Boating or Map Chart Mosaic have ads?

Neither Wavve Boating nor Map Chart Mosaic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Wavve Boating or Map Chart Mosaic?

Wavve Boating ships an update every 6 days, and Map Chart Mosaic every 5 weeks. Most recently, Wavve Boating was updated on November 6, 2026 and Map Chart Mosaic on November 6, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Wavve Boating or Map Chart Mosaic?

Wavve Boating currently peaks at #24 in the App Store charts, and Map Chart Mosaic at #114. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*