# Explore with Imray vs AngelNav

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AngelNav at 75% against Explore with Imray's 25%. AngelNav also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Explore with Imray sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $79.99 per year and AngelNav sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Explore with Imray ships an update every 2 months, AngelNav every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Explore with Imray | AngelNav |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/angelnav/id1583349534/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 94 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [FB Imray Laurie Norie & Wilson GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871410394) | [SailTrack Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1363989889) |

## What reviewers say

### Explore with Imray

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-with-imray/id370885968)

Access Imray's renowned cruising guides and pilot books on your mobile device. This app provides verified sailing directions, marina data, and points of interest for over 17,000 locations, all available offline. Enhance your passage planning and sailing experience with trusted, first-hand researched content.

**Highlights:** Offline cruising guides, Verified pilotage information, Marina and anchorage data, Bookmark and filter locations, Satellite map view, User feedback submission

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Explore Annual Membership | $79.99 | per year |


### AngelNav

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/angelnav/id1583349534)

This app allows sailors to perform traditional navigation directly on their device, offering a digital alternative to paper charts and instruments. It supports various chart types and integrates with GNSS data for real-time navigation, with options for advanced features and chart subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Traditional navigation techniques on screen, Full chart plotter with raster chart support, GNSS data integration (GPS, NMEA, SignalK), AIS target display, Waypoint and route management, Track recording and display, Simulation mode

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UKHO BF1 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO BF3 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO BF8 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO AO2 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO MS2 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO MS1 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO MS3 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO BF7 | $24.99 | per year |
| UKHO.BN1 | $24.99 | per year |
| SHOM FF4 | $24.99 | per year |
| Imray ID100 | $69.99 | per year |
| Imray ID40 | $69.99 | per year |
| Imray ID70 | $69.99 | per year |
| Imray ID60 | $69.99 | per year |
| UKTides 24 | $1.99 | one-time |
| KAP files | $4.99 | one-time |
| Satellite charts | $4.99 | one-time |
| AIS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Instruments | $4.99 | one-time |
| GeoPDF files | $4.99 | one-time |
| GeoTIFF files | $4.99 | one-time |
| BITides 25 | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Explore with Imray free?

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

### Is AngelNav free?

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

### Do Explore with Imray or AngelNav have ads?

Neither Explore with Imray nor AngelNav shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Explore with Imray or AngelNav?

Explore with Imray ships an update every 2 months, and AngelNav every 5 weeks. Most recently, Explore with Imray was updated on September 21, 2026 and AngelNav on September 21, 2026.

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