Comparison

DecoPlanner mobile vs Nautiq

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

Head to head
About

DecoPlanner mobile

Plan complex dive profiles using advanced decompression models. Track multiple gases, manage dive buddies, and visualize dive data with detailed graphs. Choose the version that suits your diving certification level.

Highlights
  • Open/Closed/Passive Semi-Closed Circuit planning
  • ZH-L16 / VPM-B decompression models
  • Gas tracking for multiple gases and dive buddies
  • Gas mixing (partial pressure & continuous blending)
  • Dive profile and tissue compartment graphs
  • Diving level selection (Rec 1 to Unlimited CCR)
Features
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Features: Open Circuit / Closed Circuit / Passive Semi-Closed Circuit planning ZH-L16 / VPM-B decompression models Convenient grouping of decompression stops Gas tracking of multiple gases and dive buddies Gas mixing through partial pressure and continuous blending Multiple graphs outlining dive profiles and tissue compartment pressures Select the version fitting your current level of diving, from Rec 1 to Unlimited CCR. More information at www.gue.com/store/software/decoplanner-4

About

Nautiq

This app is the official companion for a specific dive computer, allowing users to download dive profiles, manage device settings, and update firmware. It provides detailed dive data, log management, and automatic time synchronization. A Pro version offers unlimited storage and data import/export.

Highlights
  • Download dive profiles
  • Manage device settings
  • Update device firmware
  • Detailed dive log browsing
  • Automatic time synchronization
  • iCloud backup of dive data
  • Import/export dive logs (Pro)
Features
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Nautiq is the officially endorsed companion app for the Deep6 Excursion dive computer. Built from the ground up for iPhone, Nautiq connects to your Excursion via Bluetooth LE to download dive profiles, manage device settings, and update firmware — features no other iOS app delivers. SYNC YOUR DIVES Connect your Excursion in Sync mode and Nautiq downloads your dive profiles automatically. View detailed depth profiles, temperature data, decompression status, gas mixes, and more. Supports both legacy and modern firmware versions. FIRMWARE UPDATES ON iPHONE Keep your Excursion up to date with the latest firmware releases, directly from your iPhone. As the official Deep6 companion app, Nautiq delivers firmware updates as they become available. DEVICE SETTINGS Read and write every configurable setting on your Excursion: nitrox mix, conservatism factor, alarms, sampling rate, display units, backlight, and more. Changes are saved to the device immediately. DEVICE MAINTENANCE Clear dive logs, reset tissue compartments, soft reset, or restore factory settings — all from the app with confirmation prompts to prevent accidents. DIVE LOG Browse your dives with depth, duration, temperature, and dive mode at a glance. Search by site name, buddy, or notes. Sort by date, depth, duration, or rating. Add manual dives for logging non-computer dives. DIVE DETAIL Tap any dive to see the full depth profile graph, temperature overlay, decompression data, gas mixes, and alarm events. Edit site name, buddy, dive master, rating, visibility, and conditions. IMPORT & EXPORT (Pro) Import dive logs from other apps via CSV or UDDF files. Export your full dive history as CSV or UDDF for backup or use in desktop applications like Subsurface or MacDive. AUTO TIME SYNC Nautiq automatically sets your Excursion's clock to match your phone every time you connect. No more manually adjusting the time on the watch. iCLOUD BACKUP Your dive data is automatically backed up to iCloud. Switch phones and your entire dive history comes with you. FREE vs PRO Nautiq is free to download with up to 10 dives stored. Firmware updates, device settings, and device maintenance are always free. Upgrade to Nautiq Pro ($11.99 one-time purchase) for unlimited dive storage and CSV/UDDF import and export. SUPPORTED HARDWARE - Deep6 Excursion REQUIREMENTS - iPhone with Bluetooth LE - iOS 17.0 or later - Deep6 Excursion dive computer in Sync mode

Screenshots

DecoPlanner mobile4 screens
Nautiq4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DecoPlanner mobile at none against Nautiq's 1. DecoPlanner mobile also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Nautiq sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DecoPlanner mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DecoPlanner mobile versus Nautiq: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecoPlanner mobileNautiq
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlobal Underwater Explorers Inc.Arshia Pessaran

In-app purchases

None

DecoPlanner mobile

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Nautiq

One-time1
  • Nautiq Pro$11.99

Questions

Is DecoPlanner mobile free?
DecoPlanner mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nautiq free?
Nautiq is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DecoPlanner mobile or Nautiq have ads?
Neither DecoPlanner mobile nor Nautiq shows ads.

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