Comparison

mc2 Quick vs Anchor Pro

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

Head to head
About

mc2 Quick

Features
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MC2 is an innovative app designed to monitor and record data related to the onboard stabilization system, specifically the Quick Gyro anti-roll gyroscopic stabilizers. Thanks to its intuitive interface, users can easily monitor the system′s performance, ensuring comfortable navigation, and compare the difference in onboard comfort with the stabilizer turned on and off.

About

Anchor Pro

This app helps boaters set and monitor their anchor position in real-time. It allows for defining safe zones, tracking boat movement, and receiving alerts for critical changes. Remote notifications and Apple Watch integration enhance its utility for secure anchoring.

Highlights
  • Set anchor location in real-time or manually
  • Define custom safe swing zones
  • Monitor boat movement and track history
  • Receive real-time alerts for position, GPS, and battery
  • Remote notifications via Telegram or email
  • Apple Watch companion app for key metrics
Features
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SET THE ANCHOR Set your anchor location in real time as you drop it, or specify it later by entering distance and bearing. Advanced users can also input exact coordinates. DEFINE THE SAFE ZONE Define the allowed swing area as a simple circle around the anchor, or create a more precise zone by setting two different radii at specific angles. MONITOR MOVEMENT Stay on top of every movement with comprehensive real-time data. Review key metrics on the main screen or switch to the map view to see your boat's track — ideal for analyzing whether your anchor is holding or dragging. GET ALERTED WHEN IT MATTERS Monitor position, GPS signal strength, and battery level — and receive alerts the moment any of these fall outside your set thresholds. REMOTE ALERTS Leave your phone on board and stay informed from shore. Receive alarm notifications via Telegram or email. With Telegram, you can also request a live status update at any time. APPLE WATCH Keep distance, bearing, and battery level on your wrist with the Apple Watch companion app — all updated in real time. TRY ANCHOR PRO FOR FREE Core features are always free. Want to explore everything? All premium features are available during a free trial period — no commitment required. Anchor Pro is ad-supported. Purchasing an Anchor Premium subscription removes ads and unlocks extra features. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically at the same price unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage auto-renewal anytime in your Account Settings. Anchor Premium is $6.99 USD/year (pricing may vary by country). Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited upon purchasing a subscription, where applicable. Terms of use: https://links.ideaboys.net/anchor-ios-terms.html GOOD TO KNOW Anchor Pro uses background audio and location services to keep alerts active when the app is not in the foreground. Please note that continuous GPS use will drain your battery faster than usual.

Screenshots

mc2 Quick4 screens
Anchor Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: mc2 Quick at none against Anchor Pro's 1. mc2 Quick also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.2). On price, ads 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. Anchor Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year. mc2 Quick asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

mc2 Quick ships an update every 3 weeks, Anchor Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
mc2 Quick versus Anchor Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametermc2 QuickAnchor Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews
Number of ratings3.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQuick spaIdeaBoys GmbH

Bugs and requests

mc2 Quick

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Anchor Pro

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App randomly shuts off
  • Anchor position tracking glitches

Requested features

3 requests
  • Customizable anchor icon/color
  • Integration with marine GPS/chartplotter
  • Ability to adjust alarm parameters remotely

In-app purchases

None

mc2 Quick

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Anchor Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Anchor Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Year

Questions

Is mc2 Quick free?
mc2 Quick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Anchor Pro free?
Anchor Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do mc2 Quick or Anchor Pro have ads?
Neither mc2 Quick nor Anchor Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, mc2 Quick or Anchor Pro?
mc2 Quick ships an update every 3 weeks, and Anchor Pro every 2 months. Most recently, mc2 Quick was updated on September 13, 2026 and Anchor Pro on September 23, 2026.

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