Ocean Signal vs Boat Data
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ocean Signal
Access critical information for emergency beacons and live data from Class B AIS devices. Utilize NFC for PLB, EPIRB, and MOB details, including battery status and test results. Configure settings and view live AIS targets via WiFi connection.
- Emergency beacon information access
- Live Class B AIS data
- NFC for PLB/EPIRB/MOB details
- Battery condition and test results
- Change MOB settings
- WiFi connection for ATB1 AIS
- Vessel detail configuration
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The Ocean Signal App allows easy access to Emergency PLB/EPIRB/MOB information as well as live information from your Class B AIS. NFC (Near Field Communication) allows access to PLB, EPIRB and MOB details where operation time, Battery condition and test results can be easily checked and displayed on a mobile device. You can even change settings for your MOB's like adding a MMSI without turning the product on! The use of NFC ensures that maximum battery capacity can be ensured giving you confidence that a Beacon will give maximum performance when required in an emergency situation. WiFi connection to the Ocean Signal ATB1 gives access to live AIS target data along with status and performance details, as well as test and Ownership details for Distress Beacons. Initial configuration with vessel details for the ATB1 Class B AIS is also carried out via the WiFi connection.
Boat Data
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Stay in control on the water with "Boat Data". Connect to your boat’s network and get instant access to speed, heading, depth, wind, and more. Monitor nearby vessels with AIS, and display all data from SignalK, NMEA 0183 or NMEA2000 protocols in a clean, customizable dashboard. Perfect for sailors, cruisers, and racing enthusiasts who want safer, smarter, and more connected boating. By downloading this app, you agree to the Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/")
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ocean Signal at none against Boat Data's 1. 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. Boat Data sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. Ocean Signal asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Ocean Signal | Boat Data |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ocean Signal Limited | FABIAN FISAHN |
In-app purchases
Ocean Signal
No in-app purchases
Boat Data
- Boat Data - Premium14 Days trial$3.991 Year









