# GPS 2 IP vs Boat Beacon

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GPS 2 IP at none against Boat Beacon's 6. GPS 2 IP also leads on price ($7.99 vs $14.99). Boat Beacon's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (866 vs 15). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

GPS 2 IP costs $7.99 and Boat Beacon $14.99 up front. Boat Beacon sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. GPS 2 IP asks for nothing beyond the download.

Boat Beacon holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boat Beacon has 866 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of GPS 2 IP's written reviews are positive against 61% of Boat Beacon's.

GPS 2 IP ships an update every 3 months, Boat Beacon every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS 2 IP | Boat Beacon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$7.99** | $14.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-2-ip/id408625926/reviews) | **[4.6 (866 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-beacon/id494877039/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **866** |
| Positive reviews | 58.5% of reviews | **61.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#39** | #65 |
| Size | 13 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Angus Oliver](https://appshunter.io/developer/388015604) | [Pocket Mariner Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/719592131) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS 2 IP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-2-ip/id408625926)

**Currently charting:** #39 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Stream real-time GPS NMEA location data from your iPhone or iPad to other devices. Ideal for advanced navigation software and enthusiasts who need external GPS capabilities.

**Highlights:** Stream NMEA GPS data wirelessly, Connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth LE, Push data to online servers (TCP/UDP), Supports TAIP protocol, Unique device identifiers, Automatic restart after device reboot, Selectable NMEA messages

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Boat Beacon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-beacon/id494877039)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

This marine navigation app provides real-time AIS data for collision avoidance and position sharing. It offers over-the-horizon warnings, background operation, and a user-friendly interface for boaters.

**Highlights:** Collision warnings with CPA calculations, Real-time AIS ship tracking, Background operation for continuous alerts, Position sharing with other users, Augmented Reality view (IAP), Man Overboard and Anchor Watch alarms (IAP)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AIS Share | $5.99 | per month |
| AIS Share | $16.49 | per year |
| Anchor Watch and Man Overboard | $4.99 | one-time |
| Live View Upgrade | $7.99 | one-time |
| NOAA US Marine Charts | $9.99 | one-time |
| UK & IE Marine Charts | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great
- 🚀 Excellent app
- 🔒 Fantastic app
- 💡 Useful navigation aid
- 👍 Handy app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes constantly
- 🐛 Unreliable
- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 🐛 Useless
- 🐛 Clunky UI

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when panning or changing settings
- Phantom ships not disappearing
- Inaccurate position data
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add marine charts
- Improve search functionality
- Offline mode
- Integrate with other navigation apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS 2 IP free?

GPS 2 IP costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Boat Beacon free?

Boat Beacon costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GPS 2 IP or Boat Beacon?

Boat Beacon is rated higher. GPS 2 IP averages 4.2 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Boat Beacon averages 4.6 from 866 ratings.

### Do GPS 2 IP or Boat Beacon have ads?

Neither GPS 2 IP nor Boat Beacon shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GPS 2 IP or Boat Beacon?

GPS 2 IP ships an update every 3 months, and Boat Beacon every 2 months. Most recently, GPS 2 IP was updated on September 21, 2026 and Boat Beacon on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, GPS 2 IP or Boat Beacon?

GPS 2 IP currently peaks at #39 in the App Store charts, and Boat Beacon at #65. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*