Comparison

Argo Navigation vs Float LKN

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

Head to head
About

Argo Navigation

This app provides comprehensive navigation and planning tools for boaters, offering features like chart plotting, route planning, and weather forecasts. It aims to be user-friendly for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cruisers, with a focus on safety and connectivity on the water.

Highlights
  • Web/Desktop planning with auto-sync
  • Autorouting for multi-stop trips
  • 7-day marine weather forecast
  • Unlimited nautical charts (NOAA/USEACE)
  • Record and save tracks
  • Real-time NMEA/AIS data
  • Location and route sharing with groups
Features
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Get Out on the Water with Argo – Your Ultimate Boat Navigation Sidekick Whether you’re exploring new waters, cruising with friends, or chasing sunsets, you deserve a smarter, simpler way to navigate. That’s where Argo Navigation’s charts, GPS and trip planning tools come in. Argo Navigation is an all-in-one boating app that helps you plan trips, navigate confidently, discover new places, and connect with fellow boaters. Think of Argo Navigation like your best boating buddy who always knows the best dock bars, keeps you out of nautical mishaps, and never asks for gas money. And never forgets his chart either. - Why Argo Navigation? - Let’s be honest: most marine chartplotters and other GPS software are either clunky, confusing, or so expensive you feel like you’re buying the boat all over again. And marine charts are slow to update. Not Argo Navigation. - Effortless Marine Navigation, Charts and GPS - Plot nautical routes directly on Argo Navigation’s map and enable GPS tracking with just a few taps. We include up-to-date NOAA charts and Army Corps of Engineers data covering the US, Canada, and the Caribbean, including coastal areas and many inland lakes. - Plan Boat Trips with Confidence - Hidden anchorages, waterfront restaurants, or the nearest fuel dock? Argo Navigation’s boating map has it all, plus reviews and tips from other boaters. - See Marine Weather, Tides, Currents, and More - Overlay NOAA weather and wind on your boating map, and analyze marine forecasts well into the future. See tides, currents, temperature, wave height, and wave period across the US, Canada, and the Caribbean. - Stay Connected to Your Boat Club or Community - Share voyages, swap boating tips, and see where fellow boaters are cruising. With Argo, the sea feels a little smaller and a lot more fun. - What’s Included with Argo Navigation: - • Unlimited Charts: Access charts for the US, Canada, and the Caribbean, including coastal areas, the ICW, inland lakes, and rivers. • Interactive Nautical Map: Find marinas, anchorages, boat ramps, restaurants, dock bars, and more. • Voyage Logbook: Plan, save, and relive your voyages with detailed logs and trip memories. • Real-Time Local Knowledge: Crowdsourced hazard reports, depth updates, reviews, and insider nautical tips from boaters like you. • Community: See where fellow boaters are cruising and plan trips together. And yes, all of that is really free. - Go Beyond Free with Argo Navigation Premium - • Smart Routes: Autoroute around hazards and shallow waters. Routes are tailored to your boat’s draft and height. • Offline Charts: Download offline charts and routes before leaving the dock so you can navigate confidently when cell service disappears. • 7-Day Weather Forecasts: Tides, currents, wind, rain, lightning, temperature, wave height, and period. • Custom Depth Contours: Adjust contour depths and colors to visualize safer waters and identify ideal fishing areas. • Sync with Your Chartplotter: Import and export GPX files for easy navigation. • Multi-Vessel Support: Manage routes and logs for all your vessels. - What Boaters Are Saying - “This app is a game-changer. I absolutely love it. A must-have for every boater—and it’s FREE!” “Argo has completely changed my boating experience! It’s user-friendly, well-designed, and incredibly helpful.” - Your Next Boating Voyage Starts Here - Ready to navigate smarter and explore farther? Download Argo Navigation today and see why thousands of boaters have chosen Argo for navigation. Have you tried Navionics, Wavve Boating, or another boat navigation app? Many boaters have switched to Argo for a simpler, more modern way to navigate. Download Argo Navigation for free. Start your next voyage today. Follow Us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter: @argonavigation Learn more at www.argonav.io

About

Float LKN

Navigate Lake Norman with this boating app. Discover marinas, boat launches, and restaurants, and save your favorite spots. Customize your map views and access real-time lake information.

Highlights
  • Navigate Lake Norman
  • Discover marinas and restaurants
  • Save favorite spots
  • Create custom places
  • Real-time lake news and weather
  • Customizable map styles
  • Map overlays for fuel docks and launches
Features
Currently charting
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Lake Norman’s go-to boating map and lake guide app. Explore Lake Norman with confidence. Discover marinas, boat launches, waterfront restaurants, fuel docks, hangout spots, and more. Save your favorite places, record your time on the water, and share your adventures with friends and family. Whether you're new to the lake or out every weekend, Float LKN helps you learn your way around and make the most of your day on the water. Favorites Save marinas, restaurants, boat launches, and other go-to spots for quick access anytime. Places Create your own custom places on the map. Mark quiet coves, surfing areas, fishing spots, sandbars, or favorite hangouts and keep them organized your way. Locate Yourself Instantly Quickly see your location on the lake and orient yourself with ease. Current Stay updated with lake news, water level, water temperature, and weather forecasts. Choose Your Map Style Switch between multiple map styles including standard, satellite, and dark mode views. Map Overlays Toggle overlays for fuel docks, boat launches, markers, and other useful lake information. Float+ Features Tracks Record your day on the water and save your path to revisit later. Live Sessions Share your live location with friends and family using a simple link or code. 3D Map Mode View the lake in perspective with terrain and depth for a more immersive experience on the water. Float LKN is designed to help you explore and enjoy Lake Norman, not provide turn-by-turn marine navigation. Always operate responsibly and use proper marine charts and equipment when boating. Terms of Use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Argo Navigation4 screens
Float LKN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Argo Navigation at Free against Float LKN's $2.99. Argo Navigation also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (84% vs 57%). On ads, in-app purchases, chart position 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

Argo Navigation is free to download; Float LKN costs $2.99 up front. Argo Navigation sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Float LKN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Argo Navigation holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Argo Navigation has 6.2K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Argo Navigation's written reviews are positive against 57% of Float LKN's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Argo Navigation ships an update every 4 days, Float LKN every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Argo Navigation versus Float LKN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArgo NavigationFloat LKN
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.9 (6.2K ratings) — better4.4 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings6.2K — better9
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#84#38 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperARGO TECHNOLOGIES, LLCJason Sanford

Customer experience

Argo Navigation

All ratings6,174 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews219 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral2.3%
Negative13.2%

Float LKN

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative28.6%

Bugs and requests

Argo Navigation

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login/account creation issues
  • Slow map loading times

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improved offline map capabilities
  • Integration with marine weather data
  • Enhanced route planning tools

Float LKN

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Argo Navigation

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Canada Charts14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Argo Premium Monthly14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Argo Canada Charts14 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Argo Premium14 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

Float LKN

Subscriptions2
  • Float+ Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Float+ Annual$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Argo Navigation free?
Argo Navigation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Float LKN free?
Float LKN costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Argo Navigation or Float LKN?
Argo Navigation is rated higher. Argo Navigation averages 4.9 out of 5 from 6.2K ratings, while Float LKN averages 4.4 from 9 ratings.
Do Argo Navigation or Float LKN have ads?
Neither Argo Navigation nor Float LKN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Argo Navigation or Float LKN?
Argo Navigation ships an update every 4 days, and Float LKN every 2 weeks. Most recently, Argo Navigation was updated on September 25, 2026 and Float LKN on September 11, 2026.
Which is more popular, Argo Navigation or Float LKN?
Argo Navigation currently peaks at #84 in the App Store charts, and Float LKN at #38. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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