Comparison

Sailserver vs VHF Simulator

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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)
Features
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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

About

VHF Simulator

Features
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VHF Marine Radio Simulator with ATIS. Prepare for sailing in the A1 Sea Area. Perfect for supplementing your training or preparing for the exam. Learning: - A brief explanation of the radio's operation, - Step-by-step instructions on how to use the simulator: start-up, testing, position entry, address book, basic functions, calls, ATIS. Simulator: - Sending all DSC messages, - Various radio functions (dual watch, scanning, address book, position entry, and more), - Receiving DSC messages, Tasks: Experience the exam: - Select a task, - Execute a command, - Check for correct completion. There's a timer for each task. Additionally: - Calling scheme (Distres, Distress Cancel, Urgency, Safety, Routine), - Phonetic alphabet, - A short simulator user guide, - 30 minute Symulator free trial, Subscriptions: Full: access to the learn, simulator, and tasks. Basic: access to the simulator and tasks. The remaining elements of the app are always free. You can use all of this to prepare for the exam or refresh your radio skills before a cruise! Terms of Use (EULA): https://gorskiserwis.com/terms-vhf-simulator Privacy Policy: https://gorskiserwis.com/privacy-policy-vhf-simulator

Screenshots

Sailserver4 screens
VHF Simulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sailserver at none against VHF Simulator's 1. VHF Simulator's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 8 months). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VHF Simulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Sailserver asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sailserver ships an update every 8 months, VHF Simulator every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Sailserver versus VHF Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSailserverVHF Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSailserver ApsTomasz Cieslar

In-app purchases

None

Sailserver

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VHF Simulator

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Sailserver free?
Sailserver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VHF Simulator free?
VHF Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sailserver or VHF Simulator have ads?
Neither Sailserver nor VHF Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sailserver or VHF Simulator?
Sailserver ships an update every 8 months, and VHF Simulator every 9 days. Most recently, Sailserver was updated on October 24, 2026 and VHF Simulator on October 25, 2026.

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