# Master vs Skipper IQ

The clearest difference is price: Skipper IQ at Free against Master's $1.99. Skipper IQ also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Master's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (94 vs 1). On review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Skipper IQ is free to download; Master costs $1.99 up front. Skipper IQ sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

Skipper IQ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Master has 94 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 97% of Master's written reviews are positive against 100% of Skipper IQ's.

Master ships an update fortnightly, Skipper IQ every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Master | Skipper IQ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (94 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/master-nav/id1602390396/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skipper-iq/id6760957893/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **94** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 96.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#187** | — |
| Size | 117 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Peterjohn Chisholm](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602390398) | [Powerboat.Training Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887023739) |

## What reviewers say

### Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/master-nav/id1602390396)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

Learn maritime navigation rules with an interactive system designed for effective retention. This app breaks down complex regulations into manageable sections with visual aids and mnemonics. It revisits incorrect answers and provides instant graphical feedback, making the learning process intuitive and efficient.

**Highlights:** Interactive learning system, Step-by-step rule guidance, Mnemonics and memory aids, Interactive visuals, Graphical feedback on answers, Practice section with progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Skipper IQ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skipper-iq/id6760957893)

Enhance your boating safety and confidence with practical knowledge and real-world tools. Train with incident scenarios, test your navigation skills, and utilize on-water aids like GPS anchor watch and G-force measurement.

**Highlights:** Real-world incident scenario trainer, Navigation and safety knowledge quizzes, Daily practical boating tips, GPS anchor watch with drift alerts, G-force meter for ride quality, Compass and waypoint navigation

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Captain’s Club Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Captain’s Club Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Safety & Emergency | $3.99 | one-time |
| Seamanship & Ropework | $3.99 | one-time |
| Weather & Tides | $3.99 | one-time |
| Navigating Captain | $3.99 | one-time |
| Engine & Mechanical | $3.99 | one-time |
| Launchmaster Captain | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full Fleet Access | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Master free?

Master costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Skipper IQ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Master or Skipper IQ?

Skipper IQ is rated higher. Master averages 4.7 out of 5 from 94 ratings, while Skipper IQ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Master or Skipper IQ have ads?

Neither Master nor Skipper IQ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Master or Skipper IQ?

Master ships an update fortnightly, and Skipper IQ every 2 days. Most recently, Master was updated on October 13, 2026 and Skipper IQ on October 7, 2026.

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