# PRO CHARTS vs NautNav

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NautNav at 100% against PRO CHARTS's 27%. NautNav also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). PRO CHARTS's advantage is chart position (#182 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PRO CHARTS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and NautNav sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PRO CHARTS ships an update every 2 months, NautNav every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PRO CHARTS | NautNav |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pro-charts-marine-navigation/id451093694/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **8.5K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#182** | — |
| Size | 48 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [MiraTrex, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/814855898) | [HEVI SERVICOS LTDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893740307) |

## What reviewers say

### PRO CHARTS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pro-charts-marine-navigation/id451093694)

**Currently charting:** #182 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate marine environments with detailed nautical charts and route planning. Track your location, find friends on the water, and share your trip details for safety. Offline chart access ensures reliable navigation even without an internet connection.

**Highlights:** High-resolution NOAA nautical charts, Offline chart access, Waypoint and route creation, Buddy tracking, Float plan sharing, Point-and-steer navigation, Track recording

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year Auto Renewing Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Auto Renewing Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Brazil - Nautical Charts | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year Subscription | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for navigation
- 🗺️ Helpful for coastal areas
- 👍 Useful app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- ⚠️ Subscription issues and hidden costs
- 🌐 Lacks coverage for non-US regions
- 🔒 Poor account management and support

**Reported bugs**

- Charts not loading or disappearing
- Subscription not recognized
- Login/account issues

**Requested features**

- Offline map downloads
- Depth and hazard data
- Better route planning tools


### NautNav

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nautnav/id6762306465)

This app acts as a "Waze of the sea" for boaters, offering intelligent route planning with a focus on safety. It provides offline nautical maps, weather forecasts, and tools for managing your boat and crew.

**Highlights:** Safe route planning with safety system, Community-verified tracks, Weather and tides along course, Offline nautical maps, Boat and crew management, Fuel and maintenance logs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NautNav Captain Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| NautNav Captain Annual | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PRO CHARTS free?

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

### Is NautNav free?

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

### Do PRO CHARTS or NautNav have ads?

Neither PRO CHARTS nor NautNav shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PRO CHARTS or NautNav?

PRO CHARTS ships an update every 2 months, and NautNav every 5 days. Most recently, PRO CHARTS was updated on November 10, 2026 and NautNav on November 9, 2026.

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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.*