Comparison

Divers Guide vs Currents

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

Head to head
About

Divers Guide

Features
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The most complete app for divers Scroll through recent divelog reports from all over the world or from a region of your choice. Store your favorite dive sites on the frontscreen. * Check before you leave for a dive site, weather conditions, wind speed, wind direction, water temperature and visibility. * Read what divers just experienced at your favorite dive site and what species they have spotted. * Use our dive maps, watch underwater pictures and navigate to a dive site. * Plan dives in the Dutch Oosterschelde with our tide planner. And much more. You can expect more dive sites every month! Do you want even more specific dive site information? Become a premium member and get access to premium content in the app and on our website. Subscribe:http://www.duikersgids.nl/abonneren Bugs and wishes Found bugs or errors? Or do you have suggestions for new features or new dive sites? Contact us from the phone menu. Talk and develop with us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Duikersgids/218886388146259 ref = hl

About

Currents

Log your dives effortlessly with automatic syncing from popular dive computers or quick manual entry. Discover over 5,000 dive sites and verified shops, and connect with a community for real-time safety alerts and shared experiences. Keep your certifications handy and manage gear maintenance with this comprehensive diving companion.

Highlights
  • Automatic dive computer syncing
  • Quick manual dive logging
  • Dive site and shop discovery
  • Community alerts and sharing
  • Digital certification storage
  • Gear maintenance tracking
Features
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Effortless Dive Logging for Passionate Divers Designed for divers who go below the surface more than 10 times a year, from weekend quarry dives to deep trips in the Maldives. Log faster, plan smarter, and keep your dive details and training ready wherever you dive. 1. Simplified Dive Logging - Log a dive in under 30 seconds by entering depth, site, and dive partners. - Import dive files in UDDF, Subsurface XML, or FIT format from your dive computer software or other logging apps. - Back up your logs with UDDF export, a universal format supported by most dive-logging software. 2. Reliable Dive Site and Shop Discovery - Explore 10,000+ dive sites. - Find dives by type, entry point, and skill level. 3. Save Your Favorites - Bookmark must-visit sites like Silfra Fissure and the dive shops divers trust, so your next trip takes less time to plan. 4. Real Reviews from Real Divers - Rate sites and dive shops, leave reviews, and read what other divers say, from Cozumel to local favorites. 5. Streamline Your Dive Management - Keep certifications accessible: store your PADI, SSI, or NAUI cards digitally for offline access, even on remote liveaboard trips. - Track your trends: review maximum depth, SAC rate, and dive counts over 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, or all time. - See your stats at a glance: add the No-Fly and Dive Stats widgets to your Home or Lock Screen, no need to open the app. Upgrade to Pro for more - Wireless dive computer sync: Shearwater, ScubaPro, Suunto, and 15+ other dive computers. No cables, no manual typing. Check compatibility at trycurrents.app/compatibility. - Live sync progress: watch dive computer downloads update live on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. - Comprehensive dive logs exports: Export in CSV and PDF. - Gear kits and service history: Track each piece of gear, create kits, and get reminders for upcoming servicing. - Dive tools: Nitrox MOD Calculator, Nitrox Best Mix Calculator, Weight Calculator, and Unit Conversion, based on your dive logs and established formulas. Learn more: Terms of Service: https://www.trycurrents.app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.trycurrents.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Divers Guide4 screens
Currents4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Divers Guide at none against Currents's 3. Divers Guide also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 26.1). Currents's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). On price and ads 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. Currents sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Divers Guide asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Divers Guide ships an update every 3 months, Currents every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Divers Guide versus Currents: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDivers GuideCurrents
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.2 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB200 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLudulicious VOFLatisha Besariani Hendra

In-app purchases

None

Divers Guide

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Currents

Subscriptions2
  • DiverPlus PRO Monthly$2.991 Month
  • DiverPlus PRO Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is Divers Guide free?
Divers Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Currents free?
Currents is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Divers Guide or Currents have ads?
Neither Divers Guide nor Currents shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Divers Guide or Currents?
Divers Guide ships an update every 3 months, and Currents every 5 days. Most recently, Divers Guide was updated on September 8, 2026 and Currents on September 23, 2026.

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