Comparison

Anchor Pro vs BB Run Live

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

Head to head
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.

About

BB Run Live

This app provides real-time data for the Bristol Bay commercial fishing season. It includes live run statistics, weather updates, fishing openings, and boat activity. Access to this premium information requires a yearly subscription.

Highlights
  • Live run statistics
  • Weather updates
  • Fishing openings
  • Port Moller data
  • Boat activity tracking
Features
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Ready for the 2026 season, BB Run Live is now free, bringing live run stats, weather, tides, openings, and Port Moller data for the Bristol Bay salmon run.

Screenshots

Anchor Pro4 screens
BB Run Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Anchor Pro at free with in-app purchases against BB Run Live's subscription. Anchor Pro also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 7). BB Run Live's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). 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. Anchor Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year and BB Run Live sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $24.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Anchor Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anchor Pro has 3.6K ratings behind it against 7, 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 67% of BB Run Live's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Anchor Pro ships an update every 2 months, BB Run Live every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Anchor Pro versus BB Run Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnchor ProBB Run Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.6K ratings) — better4.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews79.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3.6K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIdeaBoys GmbHMica Linscheid

Customer experience

Anchor Pro

All ratings3,496 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews181 reviews
Positive79.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative17.7%

BB Run Live

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and 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

BB Run Live

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Anchor Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Anchor Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Year
1 purchases

BB Run Live

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Access$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Anchor Pro free?
Anchor Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BB Run Live free?
BB Run Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Anchor Pro or BB Run Live?
Anchor Pro is rated higher. Anchor Pro averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while BB Run Live averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do Anchor Pro or BB Run Live have ads?
Neither Anchor Pro nor BB Run Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Anchor Pro or BB Run Live?
Anchor Pro ships an update every 2 months, and BB Run Live every 6 days. Most recently, Anchor Pro was updated on November 2, 2026 and BB Run Live on October 30, 2026.

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