Mark Time vs Anchor Alert
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mark Time
This app helps celestial navigators accurately record UTC time for sextant sightings. It provides tactile and auditory feedback for precise time stamping, storing readings in five registers. Users can optionally photograph their sextant for later verification.
- Accurate UTC time recording
- Five time registers
- Auditory and vibration feedback
- Optional sextant photo capture
- Configurable settings
- Latitude and longitude verification
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Mark Time is an application for Celestial Navigation that solves the problem of how to take an accurate time reading to go with each sextant sighting. By simply tapping the screen you can record the exact time UTC as you take your sight, so you have no chance of making an error with the conversion, and this time is stored in one of five registers. Very useful when you have an assistant, and ideal for taking readings when you are on your own. As you record a time you hear a confirmation sound and feel a vibration, so there is no need even to look at the screen. In addition the actual latitude and longitude at each time can be accessed later to verify your calculations. These options are all configurable in Settings to suit your own preferences. You can optionally take a photo of your sextant at the marked time so that you can read your sextant or confirm your reading later. Pinch and zoom to get a really close look at the scale.
Anchor Alert
Monitor your boat's position and anchor status from anywhere. Set custom alerts for real-time and forecast conditions, and access detailed marine weather forecasts. Connects to your boat's N2K network or works independently.
- Anchor and boat position monitoring
- Customizable real-time and forecast alerts
- N2K DataHub integration
- PredictWind marine weather forecasts
- Local anchorage knowledge and reviews
- Works on and off the boat
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Get the best and newest Anchor App developed by the trusted world leaders in marine forecasting - PredictWind Monitor your boat from anywhere on your phone. Set alerts & monitor your boat at anchor, view live N2K data and weather forecasts, on or off the boat. Customise your alerts, then relax knowing your boat is in good hands, with Anchor Alert. * Monitor your Anchor and Boat Position - Set your anchor position and preferences in quick or advanced mode, then monitor your vessel and position history on the map. Can be used with just your Phone or connected to your N2K backbone and a PredictWind DataHub. * 3 Modes, Simple, Advanced or Datahub linked - Use Simple Mode to quickly drag the anchor into position and set a safe radius. Advanced allows you to manually enter data for increased accuracy. DataHub Link reads your N2K data and fills in the relevant info, then input how much chain you’ve let out, and you’re done! * Set Up Alerts - Use our preset alerts or customise your own real-time and forecast alerts. The DataHub allows Anchor Alert to read your boat’s N2K network and alert you when conditions move outside your specified safe limits. * Works On & Off The Boat - Monitor your vessel and receive alerts onboard via the DataHub’s Wi-Fi network, or head ashore and stay connected over your vessel's existing internet connection. The DataHub is compatible with the Iridium GO! exec and other satellite connections to keep you connected literally anywhere on earth. * Get PredictWind Weather forecasts - Know exactly what weather is headed your way, with highly accurate marine forecasts by PredictWind. View world-leading weather data with Daily Briefing, Tables and Graphs. * Find the best spots to Anchor with Local Knowledge - See anchorage ratings and reviews from other users to get the top tips and advice. Leave your Boat in Good hands with Anchor Alert by PredictWind. Terms & Conditions: The Anchor Alert App is not error or bug free. You agree to use the Anchor Alert App carefully and at your own risk. We disclaim all representations and warranties of any kind, expressed or implied, including, without limitation, the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. We are not liable for damages, direct or consequential, resulting from your use of the Anchor Alert App. You agree to defend, indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, losses, liability costs and expenses (including, but not limited to, legal fees) arising from any such use. You acknowledge that you have only a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Anchor Alert App. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.predictwind.com/about-us/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mark Time at 100% against Anchor Alert's 64%. Mark Time also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Anchor Alert's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 34 months) and ratings volume (12 vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Anchor Alert sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $15.00 per month. Mark Time asks for nothing beyond the download.
Mark Time holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Mark Time's written reviews are positive against 64% of Anchor Alert's.
Mark Time ships an update every 34 months, Anchor Alert fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mark Time | Anchor Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | 4.7 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 63.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 34 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 174 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TrozWare | PredictWind Limited |
Customer experience
Mark Time
Anchor Alert
In-app purchases
Mark Time
No in-app purchases
Anchor Alert
- Anchor Pro 1 monthly1 Month trial$15.001 Month
- Anchor Pro 3 monthly1 Month trial$29.003 Months
- Anchor Pro Yearly1 Month trial$99.001 Year
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