Comparison

SpeedLink Crate vs MyWhaler

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

Head to head
About

SpeedLink Crate

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SpeedLink Crate provides Mercury Racing crate engine owners with the ability to view live engine data, and obtain detailed descriptions when a fault occurs. The full functionality of the app is only available when used in conjunction with the Bluetooth Low Energy SpeedLink module. When the app is open and connected to your module it requires a continuous connection and therefore may impact the battery life of your device. Features: • View live engine data : RPM, Battery Voltage, Engine Temperature, Engine Hours, Oil Temperature, Oil Pressure, Coolant Temperature, and more! • Receive active fault alerts and corresponding descriptive fault information • Communicate wirelessly to your Mercury Racing crate engine through a Bluetooth Low Energy connection • Allows for normal phone operation – call, text, streaming music, search the web, etc. while connected to your Mercury Racing crate engine ************ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ************************* • Mercury Racing’s SpeedLink Crate app is free to install. The SpeedLink module can be purchased through Mercury Racing. • The SpeedLink module only works with Mercury Racing crate engines. • The SpeedLink module simply connects to the engine controller diagnostic port located in the vehicle.

About

MyWhaler

This app enhances boat ownership by providing quick access to boat information, weather updates, and trip planning tools. It also offers remote monitoring for select models and allows users to document and share boating adventures.

Highlights
  • Boat information access
  • Weather forecasts
  • Trip documentation and sharing
  • Remote system monitoring
  • Brand-curated content
  • Checklists and FAQs
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Elevate your boat ownership experience with the MyWhaler app. Find answers to common questions, access important boat information, prepare for your next boating day, and record special memories … all in the palm of your hand. MyWhaler simplifies the boat ownership experience; it is your go-to boating resource and direct connection to the Boston Whaler brand. Access exclusive Boston Whaler content, keep tabs on weather at your boat, ensure you don’t forget anything on your next boat outing, and keep important documents handy. Then record, share, and relive your favorite boating adventures with the trips functionality. Select Whaler models also enable remote monitoring of boat GPS, engine, battery, and bilge data via factory-installed equipment. Customizable settings, geofencing, and notifications help to ensure your boat is ready for your next adventure. Features include: • Brand-curated content, checklists, and FAQs • Current and forecasted weather conditions • Key boat information • Trip documentation and sharing with your community • Connection to the Whaler family • Remote monitoring of critical onboard systems (for boats with factory installed hardware)

Screenshots

SpeedLink Crate3 screens
MyWhaler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MyWhaler at every 6 weeks against SpeedLink Crate's every 29 months. SpeedLink Crate's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SpeedLink Crate ships an update every 29 months, MyWhaler every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SpeedLink Crate versus MyWhaler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedLink CrateMyWhaler
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (94 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—94 — better
Update frequencyEvery 29 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMercury Marine LLCNavico Group Americas LLC

In-app purchases

None

SpeedLink Crate

No in-app purchases

None

MyWhaler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SpeedLink Crate free?
SpeedLink Crate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyWhaler free?
MyWhaler is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SpeedLink Crate or MyWhaler have ads?
Neither SpeedLink Crate nor MyWhaler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SpeedLink Crate or MyWhaler?
SpeedLink Crate ships an update every 29 months, and MyWhaler every 6 weeks. Most recently, SpeedLink Crate was updated on November 2, 2026 and MyWhaler on November 3, 2026.

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