# Anchor Pro vs XGPS DashPro

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Anchor Pro at 79% against XGPS DashPro's 0%. Anchor Pro also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (3.5K vs 1). XGPS DashPro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Anchor Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year. XGPS DashPro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Anchor Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anchor Pro has 3.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Anchor Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of XGPS DashPro's.

Anchor Pro ships an update every 2 months, XGPS DashPro every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Anchor Pro | XGPS DashPro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anchor-pro/id1445476850/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xgps-dashpro/id6455785772/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IdeaBoys GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578331665) | [NAMSUNG AMERICA, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/345119802) |

## What reviewers say

### Anchor Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anchor-pro/id1445476850)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Anchor Premium | $6.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable anchor alarm
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🔒 Works without cell/WiFi
- 💤 Helps user sleep soundly
- 🗺️ Detailed anchor tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 GPS accuracy issues
- 🔋 Drains device battery
- 🔍 Remote monitoring unreliable
- 💰 Subscription required for full features

**Reported bugs**

- App randomly shuts off
- Anchor position tracking glitches

**Requested features**

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


### XGPS DashPro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xgps-dashpro/id6455785772)

This companion app enhances the accuracy of a precise positioning GNSS receiver, improving location data from meters to centimeters. It allows users to activate subscriptions, configure settings, monitor receiver status, and record routes.

**Highlights:** Activate Skylark™ Precise Positioning Service, Enhance location accuracy to centimeters, Set configuration preferences, Update receiver firmware, Monitor location status and satellite tracking, View battery and charging status, Mark points and record routes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Anchor Pro free?

Anchor Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is XGPS DashPro free?

XGPS DashPro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Anchor Pro or XGPS DashPro?

Anchor Pro is rated higher. Anchor Pro averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while XGPS DashPro averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Anchor Pro or XGPS DashPro have ads?

Neither Anchor Pro nor XGPS DashPro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Anchor Pro or XGPS DashPro?

Anchor Pro ships an update every 2 months, and XGPS DashPro every 5 months. Most recently, Anchor Pro was updated on September 23, 2026 and XGPS DashPro on June 9, 2026.

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