# iNavX vs Float Murray

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Float Murray at 100% against iNavX's 44%. Float Murray also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). iNavX's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99) and ratings volume (22K vs 4). On update cadence, in-app purchases, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

iNavX is free to download; Float Murray costs $2.99 up front. iNavX sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Float Murray sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Float Murray holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iNavX has 22K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of iNavX's written reviews are positive against 100% of Float Murray's.

iNavX ships an update every 5 weeks, Float Murray every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iNavX | Float Murray |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inavx-marine-navigation/id286616280/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/float-murray/id6739073703/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 43.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#93** | #160 |
| Size | 298 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NavX Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/286616283) | [Jason Sanford](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441148871) |

## What reviewers say

### iNavX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inavx-marine-navigation/id286616280)

**Currently charting:** #93 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation tools, including worldwide chart coverage, weather forecasts, and AIS integration. It allows users to plan routes, track their position, and connect with onboard instruments for a complete boating experience.

**Highlights:** Worldwide marine chart access, Real-time GPS plotting, Waypoint and route management, GRIB weather forecasts, AIS integration, Nautical instrument connectivity

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Theyr Premium - Mobile (Monthly) for iOS | $9.99 | per month |
| iNavX Professional+ USA | $29.99 | per year |
| Navionics+ USA/Canada (iPhone) | $29.99 | per year |
| Navionics+ Caribbean (iPhone) | $44.99 | per year |
| Theyr Premium Weather | $49.99 | per year |
| iNavX Professional+ USA Canada | $59.99 | per year |
| C-MAP World Chart | $59.99 | per year |
| Explorer Chartbooks - Bahamas | $69.99 | per year |
| Navionics+ USA/Canada (iPad) | $79.99 | per year |
| Navionics+ Caribbean (iPad) | $79.99 | per year |
| AIS Live | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and precise navigation
- 📊 Comprehensive charting and navigation features
- 🛠️ Customizable instrument settings
- 🔄 Redundancy across devices
- 💨 Reliable performance over many years

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Clunky and unintuitive user interface
- 🗺️ Cumbersome chart management and downloading
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription model for charts
- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to remove waypoints
- Inconsistent behavior when transitioning International Date Line
- Disappearing or missing chart data

**Requested features**

- Seamless chart switching and panning
- Integrated tidal and current data
- Support for more chart types and providers
- Improved route planning and editing tools
- Automatic chart updates and management


### Float Murray

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/float-murray/id6739073703)

**Currently charting:** #160 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

This app helps boaters navigate Lake Murray by providing detailed maps, points of interest, and real-time location sharing. Save favorite spots, record tracks, and access lake news and weather forecasts.

**Highlights:** Navigate marinas, boat launches, and restaurants, Save and share favorite spots, Record and save boat tracks, Share real-time location, 3D map mode with terrain and depth, View lake news, water level, and weather

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Float+ Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Float+ Annual | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iNavX free?

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

### Is Float Murray free?

Float Murray costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iNavX or Float Murray?

Float Murray is rated higher. iNavX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Float Murray averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do iNavX or Float Murray have ads?

iNavX shows ads; Float Murray does not.

### Which is updated more often, iNavX or Float Murray?

iNavX ships an update every 5 weeks, and Float Murray every 6 weeks. Most recently, iNavX was updated on October 13, 2026 and Float Murray on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, iNavX or Float Murray?

iNavX currently peaks at #93 in the App Store charts, and Float Murray at #160. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*