# iVMS vs AngelNav

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iVMS at none against AngelNav's 23. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AngelNav sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. iVMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

iVMS ships an update every 2 months, AngelNav every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iVMS | AngelNav |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/angelnav/id1583349534/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **3** |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 130 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HAS INNOVATIONS TRADING LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573097110) | [SailTrack Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1363989889) |

## What reviewers say

### iVMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivms/id1573097108)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### AngelNav

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/angelnav/id1583349534)

This app allows sailors to perform traditional navigation directly on their device, offering a digital alternative to paper charts and instruments. It supports various chart types and integrates with GNSS data for real-time navigation, with options for advanced features and chart subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Traditional navigation techniques on screen, Full chart plotter with raster chart support, GNSS data integration (GPS, NMEA, SignalK), AIS target display, Waypoint and route management, Track recording and display, Simulation mode

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UKHO BF1 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO BF3 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO BF8 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO AO2 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO MS2 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO MS1 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO MS3 | $24.99 | per year |
| SHOM FF2 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO BF7 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO.BN1 | $24.99 | per year |
| SHOM FF4 | $24.99 | per year |
| Imray ID100 | $69.99 | per year |
| Imray ID40 | $69.99 | per year |
| Imray ID70 | $69.99 | per year |
| Imray ID60 | $69.99 | per year |
| UKTides 24 | $1.99 | one-time |
| KAP files | $4.99 | one-time |
| Satellite charts | $4.99 | one-time |
| AIS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Instruments | $4.99 | one-time |
| GeoPDF files | $4.99 | one-time |
| GeoTIFF files | $4.99 | one-time |
| BITides 25 | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iVMS free?

iVMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AngelNav free?

AngelNav is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do iVMS or AngelNav have ads?

Neither iVMS nor AngelNav shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iVMS or AngelNav?

iVMS ships an update every 2 months, and AngelNav every 5 weeks. Most recently, iVMS was updated on October 25, 2026 and AngelNav on October 27, 2026.

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