Sailserver vs Nautical Cloud
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sailserver
This app automatically logs your sailing trips, providing an online, up-to-date record. It also monitors your boat's position and alerts you to changes, and allows you to share your sailing adventures with friends and family.
- Automatic sailing logbook
- Boat position monitoring and alerts
- Share sailing trips with friends/family
- Connect with and follow other sailors
- View nearby boats in the Clubhouse
- Detailed weather map and forecast
- Connects to boat instruments (NMEA 2000/0183, SeaTalk)
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Automatic Logbook Sailserver automatically keep a logbook, each time you go sailing. The logbook can be viewed online and is always up to date. Anchor Watch and Monitor Sailserver monitors your boat when you are not onboard. Get notified when there are any changes in your boat’s position, wind speed or water depth. Share your passion for sailing. Friends and family can view the boat’s logbook, and live data from your boat instruments, even while you are sailing. Ideal for both cruising or racing. Connect with your friends or follow other sailors Connect with your friends and see where and how they are sailing. Or follow your favorite sailors when they are racing or on a long cruise. Meet other sailors When you enter the Sailserver Clubhouse you can see other boats near you and they can see your boat. Weather map Show a detailed weather map and forecast for the boat’s position. Connects to the boat instruments Sailserver can be connected to the boat instruments and collects data like wind direction and speed, water depths and temperature, Speed through water, boat heeling and much more. All data can be viewed online and are used to make a very detailed logbook. Sailserver connects to most brands like Raymarine, Garmin, B&G or other boat instruments with NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183 or SeaTalk Interface. Before using the Sailserver app please create a free account on sailserver.com. Some of the features in the Sailserver app are limited or not available without a Sailserver installed in your boat. If you do not have a boat with a Sailserver installed, you can still use the Sailserver app to follow or connect to other sailors with a Sailserver onboard. Read more about Sailserver and how to install it here: https://sailserver.com
Nautical Cloud
This app provides yacht racing crews with real-time event updates, course management, and race declaration features. It ensures participants are informed and in control throughout race days, from local regattas to global championships.
- Instant event notifications
- Real-time course updates
- Race declarations
- Universal organizer compatibility
- Event schedule management
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Streamline your yacht racing experience with the Nautical Cloud Racing app! Designed for crew on boats racing in events powered by Nautical Cloud, this app keeps you informed and in control throughout the race day. Key Features: • Event Updates: Receive instant notifications for Notices of Race, Sailing Instructions, and any updates or changes to the event schedule. • Course Management: Stay on course with real-time updates about course changes and start time adjustments. • Race Declarations: Easily declare before and after races where required by event organisers. • Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly with all organisers using the Nautical Cloud platform. Whether you're racing in a local regatta or a global championship, Nautical Cloud Racing ensures you're always prepared, informed, and ready to perform. Download today and take the stress out of race management!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nautical Cloud at 100% against Sailserver's 50%. Nautical Cloud also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months). Sailserver's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Sailserver ships an update every 8 months, Nautical Cloud every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sailserver | Nautical Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sailserver Aps | Nautical Cloud |
Customer experience
Sailserver
Nautical Cloud
In-app purchases
Sailserver
No in-app purchases
Nautical Cloud
No in-app purchases









