Comparison

Wahoo vs ChartedSails

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

Head to head
About

Wahoo

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful fitness tracker for various activities like running, cycling, and strength training. It helps you visualize training zones, analyze past workouts, and connect with Bluetooth sensors for detailed data. You can also manage and update compatible Wahoo devices.

Highlights
  • Record indoor and outdoor workouts
  • Visualize training zones (power, heart rate)
  • Analyze activity history from Wahoo devices
  • Pair and use multiple Bluetooth sensors
  • Connect, update, and set up Wahoo devices
  • Control KICKR smart bikes and trainers
  • Accurate calorie burn calculation
Features
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◇ Build the better athlete within yourself ◇ Wahoo harnesses the power of your iPhone or iPad to transform the way you ride, run, and train to reach your personalized fitness goals. Visit www.wahoofitness.com to learn more about Wahoo products. ◇ Features ◇ ◇ Record workouts for both indoor and outdoor activities across running, cycling, strength training, and more. ◇ Visualize and manage your training zones for power and heart rate in a single place. ◇ Analyze your activity history from all your Wahoo devices. Get a summary of results from your entire workout, including GPS route, organized by date, and workout type. ◇ Easily find and pair Bluetooth Smart sensors to track heart rate, stride rate data, cycling power, speed, cadence, and more. Even use multiple sensors at the same time. ◇ Discover, connect, and update Wahoo devices via the app. Find comprehensive setup guides to help you onboard and use Wahoo hardware. ◇ Pair with KICKR smart bikes and trainers for the ultimate indoor cycling experience. Control the smart trainer in Passive, Target Power, Simulation, and Resistance modes. ◇ Get the most accurate calorie burn count when paired to a power meter or heart rate monitor. Add age, weight, and height to get your personalized caloric burn. ◇ Share workouts to your favorite training websites, including: Adidas Running Apple Health Dropbox Komoot MapMyFitness MapMyTracks MyFitnessPal RideWithGPS Strava TrainingPeaks Share to email & export your .fit files Please Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life. MINIMUM DEVICE REQUIREMENTS iPhone/iPad: iOS 16 Terms of Service: https://www.wahoofitness.com/terms-of-service

About

ChartedSails

This app provides competitive sailors with professional-grade race analysis to identify performance gaps and improve speed. It automatically logs weather and conditions, tracks maneuvers, and allows for fleet comparison. Start with basic insights for free or unlock advanced features with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Automatic race and condition logging
  • Leg-by-leg performance breakdown
  • Maneuver and start line analysis
  • Fleet comparison and progress tracking
  • Offline functionality with automatic sync
  • Integration with Garmin/Vakaros GPS and Calypso Wind Instruments
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See exactly where you're losing time, fix it, and win more races. ChartedSails is built specifically for competitive sailors who want professional-grade analysis without the complexity. Whether you're training solo or racing in a fleet, get the insights that help you sail faster. CAPTURE EVERYTHING * Record with your phone or sync from Garmin/Vakaros GPS * Automatic weather and condition logging * Works offline, syncs when connected * Sync your data with your friends automatically * Capture wind data with Calypso Wind Instruments INSTANT RACE ANALYSIS * Automatic leg-by-leg performance breakdown * See where you gained or lost: upwind, downwind, or reaching * Maneuver analysis for every tack and gybe * Start line performance metrics COMPARE & IMPROVE * Automatic fleet comparison - see how you stack up * Learn from faster boats even when sailing alone * Track progress over time and conditions * Build your complete performance logbook TRUSTED BY CHAMPIONS Used by World Champions, Olympic campaigns, and thousands of competitive sailors who've discovered that data doesn't have to be complicated to be powerful. PERFECT FOR: * One-design racing (Laser, Waszp, Moth, A-Class, etc.) * Sailors who want to improve faster * Coaches managing multiple boats * Anyone tired of wondering why they lost FREE TO START Record unlimited sessions, keep a logbook and get basic insights free forever. RACER SUBSCRIPTION The RACER MONTHLY and RACER ANNUAL subscriptions unlock more features of the app: - Race reports (detailed leg-by-leg analysis) - VMG analysis of your sailing sessions (VMG Upwind and Downwind) - Access to all paid features of chartedsails.com on the Web (Photos, Videos, Race editor, etc) All subscriptions include a 15-day free trial. RACER MONTHLY will automatically renew every month. RACER ANNUAL will automatically renew every year. You can manage your subscription directly in the application. Tap your Profile (top-right of the main screen) to cancel at any time. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.chartedsails.com/privacy ChartedSails LLC is a small business committed to serving the performance sailing community. Please write to us at ahoy@chartedsails.com for any questions!

Screenshots

Wahoo4 screens
ChartedSails4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Wahoo at none against ChartedSails's shown. Wahoo also leads on ratings volume (43K vs 2). ChartedSails's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Wahoo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and ChartedSails sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $44.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ChartedSails holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wahoo has 43K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, ChartedSails every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Wahoo versus ChartedSails: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWahooChartedSails
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (43K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings43K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size387 MB116 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWahoo FitnessCHARTEDSAILS LLC

Customer experience

Wahoo

All ratings43,457 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews1,502 reviews
Positive42.5%
Neutral10.2%
Negative47.3%

ChartedSails

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Wahoo

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when connecting to trainer
  • Fails to record GPS, heart rate, and other sensor data
  • Syncing issues with Strava and other platforms
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between workout types

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow customization of data screens
  • Add ability to create and load pre-set workouts
  • Improve Strava and Apple Health integration
  • Bring back offline workout editing
  • Add an Apple Watch app for better integration

ChartedSails

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Wahoo

Subscriptions2
  • Wahoo Core14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Wahoo14 Days trial$17.991 Month
2 purchases

ChartedSails

Subscriptions2
  • Racer Monthly14 Days trial$44.991 Month
  • Racer Annual14 Days trial$349.001 Year

Questions

Is Wahoo free?
Wahoo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ChartedSails free?
ChartedSails is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wahoo or ChartedSails?
ChartedSails is rated higher. Wahoo averages 4.7 out of 5 from 43K ratings, while ChartedSails averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Wahoo or ChartedSails have ads?
ChartedSails shows ads; Wahoo does not.
Which is updated more often, Wahoo or ChartedSails?
Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, and ChartedSails every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wahoo was updated on October 15, 2026 and ChartedSails on September 23, 2026.

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