Sailserver vs The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm
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
The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm
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The Racing Rules app is your trusted companion for understanding sailing rules, whether you're just learning the basics or need to resolve a specific situation from a race. In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Paul Elvstrøm Explains the Racing Rules series, we've brought the latest 2025–2028 edition to life in digital form. All the updated rules are presented with Elvstrøm’s iconic illustrations, offering clear, easy-to-understand guidance for sailors of all levels. The app is designed for clarity and speed, featuring a clean layout, powerful search, quick access to racing signals, and Part 2 diagrams. You can even save your most-used rules for fast reference, no more flipping through books or PDFs. Just open the app and sail smarter. Whether you're new to racing or a seasoned tactician, this app puts the rules, right in your pocket.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Sailserver at Free against The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm's $2.99. The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Sailserver is free to download; The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Sailserver ships an update every 8 months, The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sailserver | The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sailserver Aps | nBite |
In-app purchases
Sailserver
No in-app purchases
The Racing Rules by Elvstrøm
No in-app purchases
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