Divog vs Submersion Dive Log
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Divog
Easily record and manage your dive history, track dive sites on a map, and view statistics. Data is automatically saved to the server and can be shared with other users.
- Easy dive recording
- Dive site map view
- Dive data statistics
- Automatic server backup
- Share data with others
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Having trouble realizing that you've forgotten your log book just before diving!? Lost your log book or the small note that you had your records and not sure how many times you have dived? If so, this application is for you. And to the rest of you who are still recording the data manually, why don't you give this a try and I bet you will not be disappointed. - Easy to record and use. - Lists of dive sites can be seen on the map. - Statistics of dive data can be accessed easily. - Saved data is automatically stored on the server. - You can share data with other people who are using Divog. I'll continue to improve on it, so stay tuned!
Submersion Dive Log
This app is a comprehensive, open-source dive log for recreational and technical divers. It allows users to track unlimited dives, manage gear, analyze trends, and export data. The app offers dive computer integration, advanced profile analysis, and detailed logging for various dive types and conditions.
- Log unlimited dives with detailed conditions
- Dive computer integration
- Advanced profile analysis
- Technical diving support
- Gear and equipment management
- Dive site database with maps
- Marine life tracking
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Submersion is a comprehensive, open-source dive log for recreational and technical divers. Track dives, manage gear, analyze trends, and export to open formats. No subscriptions, no proprietary lock-in, no cost. COMPLETE DIVE LOGGING • Log unlimited dives with depth, duration, temperature, and conditions • Track entry/exit times with automatic surface interval calculation • Rate dives, add notes, and organize with custom tags • Record visibility, current, waves, weather, and water type • Support for 20+ dive types including night, wreck, cave, and technical DIVE COMPUTER INTEGRATION • Connect via Bluetooth or USB to well known dive computer models • Import dive profiles with one tap—no cables to your computer needed • Smart duplicate detection prevents importing the same dive twice • Supported brands: Shearwater, Suunto, Mares, Aqualung, Garmin, Oceanic, and many more ADVANCED PROFILE ANALYSIS • Interactive depth/temperature charts with zoom and pan • Bühlmann ZH-L16C decompression algorithm with gradient factors • Real-time NDL, ceiling, and tissue loading visualization • Ascent rate monitoring with color-coded warnings • O₂ toxicity tracking (CNS%, OTU, ppO₂) for nitrox and trimix divers • SAC/RMV calculation and trend analysis TECHNICAL DIVING READY • Multi-tank support with unlimited cylinders per dive • Full gas mix tracking: Air, Nitrox, Trimix, and pure O₂ • Gas switch markers on dive profiles • MOD, END, and EAD calculations built-in • Tank presets for quick logging (AL80, HP100, Steel 12L, and more) GEAR & EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT • Track all your gear: regulators, BCDs, computers, suits, and more • Service history with reminders when maintenance is due • Create equipment sets for different diving configurations • Weight calculator based on exposure suit and conditions DIVE SITES & MAPS • Build your personal dive site database with GPS coordinates • Interactive map with clustered markers showing all your sites • Capture location from your phone or pick from the map • Automatic reverse geocoding fills in country and region • Track site details: depth range, difficulty, hazards, and access notes MARINE LIFE TRACKING • Log species sightings with counts on each dive • Pre-loaded database with common species • Build your personal life list over time BUDDIES & CERTIFICATIONS • Manage your dive buddy list with certification levels • Track your own certifications with expiry reminders • Associate buddies and instructors with each dive • Log dive centers and boat names STATISTICS & INSIGHTS • Total dives, bottom time, and depth records • SAC trends over months and years • Temperature preferences by season • Dive frequency charts and gas mix distribution • Deepest, longest, coldest, and warmest dive records CLOUD SYNC & BACKUP • Sync across all your devices via iCloud or Google Drive • Local-first design works completely offline • Export to UDDF, CSV, or PDF • Import from other dive log apps PRIVACY FOCUSED • No account required—start logging immediately • Your data stays on your device (unless you enable cloud sync) • No ads, no tracking, no subscriptions • Open source: inspect the code yourself on GitHub Whether you're a new diver logging your first open water dives or a technical diver tracking complex trimix profiles, Submersion adapts to your needs. Join the growing group of divers who trust Submersion to preserve their dive information. Questions or feedback? Visit our GitHub repository.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Submersion Dive Log at none against Divog's shown. Submersion Dive Log also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Divog's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Divog against 4.6 for Submersion Dive Log. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 12 respectively.
Divog ships an update every 2 months, Submersion Dive Log weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Divog | Submersion Dive Log |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (13 ratings) — better | 4.6 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 167 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Akio Yamashita | Eric Griffin |
Customer experience
Divog
Submersion Dive Log
In-app purchases
Divog
No in-app purchases
Submersion Dive Log
No in-app purchases








