Comparison

Dive Log vs Dive Compass Simulator

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

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About

Dive Log

Log your SCUBA dives with detailed information, including GPS coordinates and dive buddy details. Supports metric and imperial units, and integrates with desktop software for comprehensive dive history management.

Highlights
  • SCUBA diving logbook
  • GPS coordinate capture
  • Dive buddy integration
  • Dive data and statistics
  • Metric and Imperial units
  • Dive computer data import
  • Bluetooth LE transfer
Features
Currently charting
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Dive Log is designed to work either as your primary SCUBA diving logbook application or in conjunction with compatible 3rd party desktop logbook applications. You can use Dive Log at the dive site or on the dive boat to capture the information about the site while it is fresh in your mind (or your dive guide's mind). You can even capture the GPS coordinates of the dive site using the built in location services of your iOS device. Details about your actual dive can be added immediately after your dive or at the après dive event and later be saved to your desktop computer. The dive buddy feature is fully integrated with Contacts on your iPhone or iPad, letting you capture information about your newest dive buddy or quickly add an existing buddy to a particular dive. The dive data and statistics features let you have an immediate answer the next time your dive guide asks how much weight you used on your last dive or have all the information you need about your dive history when you fill out that next dive waiver. Metric and Imperial values are supported for all appropriate logbook fields. You can easily enter values using the appropriate units for the situation and view them in your preferred measurement system. You can even explore detailed dive profiles from popular dive computers that you download with your desktop software and later upload to Dive Log on iPhone/iPad. Dive profile data can also be transferred directly from certain dive computers directly via Bluetooth or using a supported Bluetooth accessory and an associated in-app purchase. On Windows, Diving Log 6.0 (www.divinglog.de) is fully integrated with Dive Log on iPhone/iPad and has built in synchronization. Diving Log 6.0 has extensive support for importing data from dive computers and other dive log applications. On Mac OS X, logbook information can be imported to Dive Log on iPhone/iPad from a number of compatible applications using the free Dive Log Manager application available from More Mobile Software (www.moremobilesoftware.com/divelog-sync). DiveLogDT (available on the Mac App Store) can be used to directly import a number of dive computers and file formats and can synchronize with Dive Log on iOS. Dive data can be directly downloaded on a Bluetooth LE (Bluetooth 4.0/5.0) compatible iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from Bluetooth LE capable dive computers such as the Suunto EON Steel, Suunto EON Core, Suunto D5, Scubapro Galileo 2 (G2), Aladin Sport (Matrix), Aladin H (Matrix), G2 HUD, Aladin A1, Shearwater Teric, Peregrine, Petrel 2, Petrel 3, Perdix, Perdix AI, Perdix 2, NERD 2, Oceanic VTX, Pro Plus 4, Geo 4.0, VEO 4.0, Aeris A300CS, Aqualung i300C, i330R, i550C, i750TC, i770R, Apeks DSX, Sherwood Wisdom 4, Mares Genius and certain heinrichs weikamp OSTC computers as well as the DiveNav Inc. bluebuddy and Tech Buddy dive logger accessories. Supported Bluetooth LE accessories are available separately. Mares Bluelink Pro is a Bluetooth LE accessory by Mares and available for purchase separately (www.mares.com). The Bluelink Pro allows you transfer dive data from certain Mares dive computers (Puck Pro, Smart, Smart Air, Quad and Quad Air) directly to Dive Log on your Bluetooth LE compatible iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Dive Computer Buddy (aka DCbuddy) is a Bluetooth LE accessory by DiveNav Inc. (note that the DCbuddy itself is no longer available). The DCbuddy allows you transfer dive data from certain dive computers (including models from Suunto, Oceanic, Aqualung, Aeris, Sherwood, Tusa and Mares) directly to Dive Log on your Bluetooth LE compatible iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.

About

Dive Compass Simulator

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Dive Compass Simulator is a training app designed to help divers practice the use of underwater compasses in a realistic and controlled environment. Underwater compasses behave differently from phone or land compasses. They require correct alignment, stable positioning, and a flat orientation to function accurately. These skills often take time and repetition to develop. This app allows divers to practice these skills on land, helping build confidence and muscle memory before entering the water. Key Features • Realistic simulation of underwater compass behavior • Tilt detection with visual warnings when the device is not flat • Heading and reciprocal heading practice • Magnetic interference detection • Clear visual feedback for correct compass handling Who This App Is For • Student divers preparing for navigation exercises • Certified divers who want to improve navigation accuracy • Dive instructors using it as a supplementary training tool • Anyone interested in practicing underwater navigation techniques Practice Before You Dive Limited pool and open-water time makes repetition difficult. This simulator provides an easy way to practice compass handling anytime, helping divers feel more prepared and confident underwater. Note This app is a training simulator and does not replace formal dive instruction or certified dive equipment.

Screenshots

Dive Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Dive Compass Simulator at Free against Dive Log's $14.99. Dive Compass Simulator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Dive Log's advantage is chart position (#131 vs unranked) and device support.

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

Dive Compass Simulator is free to download; Dive Log costs $14.99 up front. Dive Log sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Dive Compass Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

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Dive Log versus Dive Compass Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDive LogDive Compass Simulator
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (106 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings106 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#131 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGreg MclaughlinSimplicity Digital PTY LTD

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Dive Log

One-time11
  • Suunto Bluetooth Download$2.99
  • Mares Bluetooth Download$2.99
  • Crest Bluetooth Download$2.99
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  • Shearwater Download$2.99
  • bluebuddy Download$2.99
  • SCUBAPRO Download$2.99
  • Pelagic Bluetooth Download$2.99
  • Cressi Bluetooth Download$2.99
  • Ratio Bluetooth Download$2.99
  • Halcyon Bluetooth Download$2.99
  • DCbuddy Support$4.99
None

Dive Compass Simulator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dive Log free?
Dive Log costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Dive Compass Simulator free?
Dive Compass Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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