Raymarine vs NautNav
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Raymarine
This app connects to Raymarine marine electronics, allowing remote control and monitoring of radar, sonar, and chartplotters. Manage charts and stream data from compatible devices for a connected boating experience.
- View and control radar, sonar, and chartplotter
- Remote boat monitoring
- Manage LightHouse Charts
- Stream and control legacy chartplotters
- Connect with YachtSense Link router
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The Raymarine App is the official digital companion for Raymarine chartplotters and connected boating. Use the Raymarine App to view and control radar, sonar, and chartplotter from your Axiom chartplotter display. Connect and monitor your boat remotely with the Raymarine YachtSense Link mobile router and manage your Raymarine LightHouse Charts right from your mobile device. The Raymarine mobile app also allows streaming and control of Raymarine legacy eS and gS Series chartplotter displays. Please note that Element chartplotter displays are not compatible with the screen mirroring feature. - We no longer support Raymarine eS and gS series chart plotters. Please ensure you're using a compatible device for the best experience. Terms of Use (EULA ) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
NautNav
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NautNav is the copilot that keeps you off the rocks. The "Waze of the sea" for sailors and boaters: from planning at the marina to arriving at your destination, with safety first. Here the unit of measure is a demonstrably valid route, not a pretty line. Every route passes through a safety system that rejects paths crossing land or shallow water before you cast off. Safe route planning with community-verified tracks Weather and tides along your course Offline nautical maps for 13 regions Boat and crew management, fuel and maintenance logs Navigate back the way you came Start free. Upgrade anytime for advanced navigation and fleet tools. Privacy Policy: https://www.nautnav.com/privacidade Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.nautnav.com/termos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NautNav at every 4 days against Raymarine's every 4 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
Both are free to download. Raymarine sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and NautNav sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Raymarine ships an update every 4 months, NautNav every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Raymarine | NautNav |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.5 (17 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 17 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 195 MB | 51 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raymarine UK Limited | HEVI SERVICOS LTDA |
Bugs and requests
Raymarine
Reported bugs
48 issues- Connection lost message
- App closes immediately
- Fails to connect reliably
- Crashing frequently
- Disconnects and drops Wi-Fi
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- Poor connectivity
- Bad resolution
- Laggy performance
- Crashes every time
- Connects but no function
- Needs internet to connect
- Login server issues
- Owner login fails
- Pop-up never goes away
- Screen rotation not working
- Unstable connection
- Grainy display
- Ignores screen rotation
- Constantly loses connection
- Tiny text
- Screen displayed sideways
- Drops often
- Cannot log in on iPhone
- No alerts sent
- SMS alerts not working
- Support nonexistent
- Wi-Fi dropping out
- Cannot set up account
- Chart download issues
- Password incorrect message
- App does not recognize Wi-Fi
- Cannot set up boat
- Password not recognized
- Invalid login message
- Doesn't work with Element series
- Cannot interact with autopilot
- App sees connection but no access
- Frequently locks up
- Slow reaction speed
- Only read rights message
- Password symbol issues
- Account creation difficult
- Fix pinch to zoom
- Cannot create account
- Data not in correct format
- App does not recognize Wi-Fi connection
- Login issues
- Doesn't work with A series plotters
Requested features
22 requests- Improve resolution
- Simplify connection process
- Improve user-friendliness
- Allow screen rotation
- Add dark mode
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- Fix pinch to zoom
- Enable SMS alerts
- Improve alert priority settings
- Integrate with onboard network
- Improve chart download process
- Fix password symbol issues
- Allow chart updates via app
- Add demo mode
- Improve UI/UX
- Add pull-out sidebar
- Remove redundant close bar
- Improve screen real estate usage
- Improve graphics
- Make updates easier
- Support Element series mirroring
- Fix login issues
- Support A series plotters
NautNav
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Raymarine
- One Boat Monthly6 Months trial$19.991 Month
- Two Boats Monthly6 Months trial$37.991 Month
- One Boat Six Monthly6 Months trial$109.996 Months
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- One Boat Yearly6 Months trial$199.991 Year
- Two Boats 6 Months6 Months trial$209.996 Months
- Two Boats 1 Year6 Months trial$399.991 Year
NautNav
- NautNav Captain Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- NautNav Commander Monthly1 Month trial$11.991 Month
- NautNav Captain Annual1 Month trial$79.991 Year
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- NautNav Commander Annual1 Month trial$99.991 Year
