Comparison

Boyle vs Submersion Dive Log

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

Head to head
About

Boyle

Features
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Boyle's law, also referred to as the Boyle–Mariotte law, or Mariotte's law, is an experimental gas law that describes how the pressure of a gas tends to increase as the volume of the container decreases. Does this sound like boring stuff from school? :-( Yes, it does as well for me. Nevertheless an in-depth understanding of Boyle-Mariotte Law is essential for a freediving or SCUBA student. If you are a diving instructor, tell your students to download the app and "play around" with it. You will notice that they will understand the physics without much theory in the class room.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

Screenshots

Boyle1 screens
Submersion Dive Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Submersion Dive Log at weekly against Boyle's every 6 months. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boyle ships an update every 6 months, Submersion Dive Log weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Boyle versus Submersion Dive Log: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoyleSubmersion Dive Log
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB167 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas HorvathEric Griffin

In-app purchases

None

Boyle

No in-app purchases

None

Submersion Dive Log

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Boyle free?
Boyle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Submersion Dive Log free?
Submersion Dive Log is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Boyle or Submersion Dive Log have ads?
Neither Boyle nor Submersion Dive Log shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Boyle or Submersion Dive Log?
Boyle ships an update every 6 months, and Submersion Dive Log weekly. Most recently, Boyle was updated on October 10, 2026 and Submersion Dive Log on October 28, 2026.

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