# iNavX vs Mirror Control

The clearest difference is rating: iNavX at 4.8 against Mirror Control's 1.3. iNavX also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 16 months) and ratings volume (22K vs 3). Mirror Control's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iNavX sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Mirror Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

iNavX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iNavX has 22K ratings behind it against 3, 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 29% of Mirror Control's.

iNavX ships an update every 5 weeks, Mirror Control every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iNavX | Mirror Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inavx-marine-navigation/id286616280/reviews)** | [1.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mirror-control/id940193674/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **43.8% of reviews** | 28.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#117** | — |
| Size | 298 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NavX Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/286616283) | [AvMap](https://appshunter.io/developer/404591798) |

## What reviewers say

### iNavX

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

**Currently charting:** #117 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


### Mirror Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mirror-control/id940193674)

Remotely view and control compatible marine and farm navigation displays from your iOS device. Access charts, radar, fish finder, and autopilot functions, or manage field maps and section control. Offers full-featured touch synchronization for seamless operation.

**Highlights:** Mirror MFD display on iOS device, Full remote touch control, View charts, radar, fish finder, Manage autopilot and navigation, Monitor alarms and safety data, Capture MFD screenshots, Control farm section control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iNavX free?

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

### Is Mirror Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iNavX or Mirror Control?

iNavX is rated higher. iNavX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Mirror Control averages 1.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do iNavX or Mirror Control have ads?

iNavX shows ads; Mirror Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, iNavX or Mirror Control?

iNavX ships an update every 5 weeks, and Mirror Control every 16 months. Most recently, iNavX was updated on October 14, 2026 and Mirror Control on October 2, 2026.

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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.*