Comparison

Propeller Calc vs BoatAlarm

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

Head to head
About

Propeller Calc

This utility calculates propeller performance metrics like pitch, gear ratio, RPM, slip, and speed. Input any four values, and the app computes the fifth, helping users understand the relationship between propeller design and boat performance.

Highlights
  • Calculate pitch, gear ratio, RPM, slip, and speed
  • Enter any four variables to find the fifth
  • Understand propeller slip and its impact
  • Supports iPhone and iPad
  • Free to use
Features
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This calculator can determine pitch, gear ratio, RPM, propeller slip and speed parameters. Enter any four variables, and it will calculate the fifth. Use the toggle switch to choose which field to calculate. Pitch is the theoretical forward movement for one complete turn of the propeller. Every inch of the boat in contact with the water induces drag. Therefore, the distance travelled differs since the propeller is "slipping" behind the theoretical distance it should travel with each rotation. The difference between theory and reality is called slip. Depending on your application, slip typically ranges between 5% and 20%. A lower number is only sometimes what you are after. Slip of a prop changes with operating conditions and is not a direct measure of efficiency. Please consult professionals for guidance. Happy powerboating

About

BoatAlarm

Features
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BoatAlarm helps you keep track of current reports on the water. On the interactive map, you can see community reports about potential hazards, obstacles and relevant observations nearby. Features: - Community reports on the map - Create your own reports - View reports near you - Forum and exchange with the community - Personalized profile - Speed display with Premium - Top speed display with Premium - Weather information with temperature, wind direction and wind speed with Premium - Waterway name on the map as a Premium beta feature - New Premium design for a more modern app experience - Push notifications for relevant alerts with Premium - Ad-free use with Premium Create your own profile and become part of the community. BoatAlarm is built on users sharing observations and helping each other stay informed. BoatAlarm is not an official warning, emergency, rescue or navigation service. In dangerous situations, please contact the responsible official authorities. BoatAlarm Premium is available as a monthly or yearly subscription. The monthly subscription runs for 1 month, the yearly subscription runs for 1 year. Payment is handled through your Apple Account. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings. Privacy policy, terms and conditions, and terms of use are available in the app.

Screenshots

Propeller Calc2 screens
BoatAlarm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Propeller Calc at none against BoatAlarm's 4. BoatAlarm's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 21 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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. BoatAlarm sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Propeller Calc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Propeller Calc ships an update every 21 months, BoatAlarm every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Propeller Calc versus BoatAlarm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPropeller CalcBoatAlarm
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrode RørvikLobuwin Solutions UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

In-app purchases

None

Propeller Calc

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

BoatAlarm

Subscriptions4
  • BoatAlarm Premium 1 Monat$2.991 Month
  • BoatAlarm Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • BoatAlarm Premium 1 Jahr$9.991 Year
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  • BoatAlarm Premium Annual$11.991 Year

Questions

Is Propeller Calc free?
Propeller Calc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BoatAlarm free?
BoatAlarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Propeller Calc or BoatAlarm have ads?
Neither Propeller Calc nor BoatAlarm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Propeller Calc or BoatAlarm?
Propeller Calc ships an update every 21 months, and BoatAlarm every 6 weeks. Most recently, Propeller Calc was updated on September 26, 2026 and BoatAlarm on October 6, 2026.

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