Comparison

Ship Finder Lite vs MyShipTracking

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

Head to head
About

Ship Finder Lite

Track live moving ships on a global map with near real-time AIS data. Identify vessels using your device camera with Augmented Reality view. See ship details like name, type, and destination with color-coded icons for easy identification.

Highlights
  • Live worldwide ship tracking map
  • Augmented Reality (AR) ship identification
  • View ship name, type, and destination
  • Color-coded vessel icons
  • Near real-time AIS data
  • Global AIS coverage
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Ship Finder shows live moving ships on a worldwide map. You can even use Augmented Reality (AR) view to identify ships out at sea using your device camera. Ship Finder has been top rated and top ranking since 2009 and covers most of the world, tracking 20,000+ ships simultaneously. Our incredible app performance means that you can see all tracked vessels at once - no clustering here! Simply tap on a ship to see it's name, type and destination. Colour coded icons make identification easy too. If you like this app you'll love the full version of Ship Finder. The full version includes a huge array of additional features including route history, search, filters, bookmarks, photos, the ability to add favourite ships and much more. Ship Finder works by picking up AIS ship feeds used by all passenger vessels, vessels over 300 tons and increasingly by smaller pleasure craft and yachts. This technology is actually faster than radar and is used by vessels for safety and navigation. Ship Finder provides near real time “virtual radar” AIS maps. It’s easy to use and is an amazing app for anyone interested in shipping, cruising and sailing in ports and locations across the world. It’s also great if you simply want to know what boats are out there or want to see where your friends and family are. Ship Finder is also used extensively by maritime professionals and mariners. Our global AIS coverage is impressive and expanding all of the time as we add new AIS feeds and receivers. Please check www.shipfinder.co regularly to see the latest coverage. Pinkfroot are committed to customer service and continually improve our Ship Finder apps based on feedback. Why not join our online community at www.pinkfroot.com or if you have any questions please email us via support@pinkfroot.com and we’ll be happy to help. Disclaimer: Ship Finder should not be used for navigational purposes. Under no circumstances will the developer of this application be held responsible for incidents resulting from the use of the data or its interpretation.

About

MyShipTracking

Monitor global maritime traffic using real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. Access detailed vessel information, port data, and weather overlays. Manage your fleet and receive alerts for movements within custom areas.

Highlights
  • Real-time ship tracking
  • Extensive vessel database
  • Port database and calls
  • Fleet management
  • Custom area tracking
  • Real-time notifications
  • Weather overlays
Features
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Discover the world of maritime traffic with MyShipTracking. Utilize the power of Automatic Identification System (AIS) data to monitor vessels across the globe. Whether you're a maritime professional or an enthusiast, MyShipTracking offers detailed vessel information. Key Features: Real-Time Tracking: Experience real-time ship tracking within the coverage area of our extensive AIS station network. Keep up with comprehensive AIS data where available, ensuring you stay informed about vessel movements in regions covered by our network. Extensive Vessel Database: Access detailed information on cargo ships, tankers, yachts, and more. Customize overlays for an enhanced tracking experience. Port Database & Calls: Stay informed with up-to-date information on global ports and their incoming and outgoing traffic. Fleet Management: Easily manage and monitor your own fleet with personalized tracking. Custom Area Drawing: Define and monitor custom areas on the map for targeted tracking. Real-Time Notifications: Receive instant alerts on vessel movements and changes within your areas of interest. Photo Uploads: Contribute by uploading photos of vessels, enhancing the community-driven database. Weather Overlays: Plan and track with real-time weather information, including wind and temperature overlays. MyShipTracking is your gateway to understanding and engaging with the maritime world. Whether for professional use or personal interest, our app brings the vastness of the sea closer than ever. Download now and start tracking! For our terms of service, please refer to Apple’s Standard Terms of Use at: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Ship Finder Lite4 screens
MyShipTracking4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ship Finder Lite at none against MyShipTracking's 4. Ship Finder Lite also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). MyShipTracking's advantage is review sentiment (40% vs 23%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. MyShipTracking sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Ship Finder Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Ship Finder Lite against 4.4 for MyShipTracking. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.2K and 4.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 23% of Ship Finder Lite's written reviews are positive against 40% of MyShipTracking's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ship Finder Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, MyShipTracking every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ship Finder Lite versus MyShipTracking: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShip Finder LiteMyShipTracking
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.2K ratings)4.4 (4.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.8% of reviews39.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.2K4.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerpinkfroot limitedNativity

Customer experience

Ship Finder Lite

All ratings3,175 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral6.4%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews386 reviews
Positive22.8%
Neutral7.8%
Negative69.4%

MyShipTracking

All ratings4,487 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral5.1%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews396 reviews
Positive39.9%
Neutral7.8%
Negative52.3%

User reviews

Ship Finder Lite

From 3.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌊 Tracks marine traffic
  • 🔍 Identifies ships and boats
  • 🗺️ Provides map-based visualization
  • 🔍 Useful for hobbyists and enthusiasts

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
  • 💰 Paywall for key features
  • 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups
  • 🔍 Inaccurate or incomplete ship tracking
  • 🗺️ Missing coverage in certain regions

MyShipTracking

From 4.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Real-time tracking
  • 🔍 Detailed ship information
  • 📍 Accurate location data
  • 💡 Useful for ship enthusiasts

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate or outdated ship positions
  • 📵 Lack of real-time updates
  • 🔍 Missing ship details
  • 📺 Excessive advertisements
  • 🔒 Login issues

Bugs and requests

Ship Finder Lite

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ships not showing up on the map
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Outdated or incorrect ship information

Requested features

4 requests
  • Search for specific vessels
  • Alerts and notifications for ship movements
  • Improved data coverage and accuracy
  • Less intrusive advertising model

MyShipTracking

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Inability to add ships to fleet
  • Incorrect ship locations or information

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved map view with more features
  • Ability to track specific ships
  • Notification system for ship arrivals/departures
  • Offline mode or caching for better performance

In-app purchases

None

Ship Finder Lite

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

MyShipTracking

Subscriptions4
  • Chief Officer3 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Captain3 Days trial$22.991 Month
  • Chief Officer3 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Captain3 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Ship Finder Lite free?
Ship Finder Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyShipTracking free?
MyShipTracking is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ship Finder Lite or MyShipTracking?
MyShipTracking is rated higher. Ship Finder Lite averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.2K ratings, while MyShipTracking averages 4.4 from 4.5K ratings.
Do Ship Finder Lite or MyShipTracking have ads?
Neither Ship Finder Lite nor MyShipTracking shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ship Finder Lite or MyShipTracking?
Ship Finder Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, and MyShipTracking every 2 months. Most recently, Ship Finder Lite was updated on September 22, 2026 and MyShipTracking on September 22, 2026.

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