# MarineTraffic vs ZeroSixZero

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ZeroSixZero at 100% against MarineTraffic's 50%. ZeroSixZero also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). MarineTraffic's advantage is ratings volume (65K vs 3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MarineTraffic sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ZeroSixZero asks for nothing beyond the download.

ZeroSixZero holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MarineTraffic has 65K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of MarineTraffic's written reviews are positive against 100% of ZeroSixZero's.

MarineTraffic ships an update every 10 days, ZeroSixZero every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MarineTraffic | ZeroSixZero |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (65K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marinetraffic-ship-tracking/id563910324/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zerosixzero/id6742064806/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **65K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 49.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 157 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MarineTraffic Applications LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1668374750) | [Zero Six Zero, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796638415) |

## What reviewers say

### MarineTraffic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marinetraffic-ship-tracking/id563910324)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

Track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. View ship positions, movements, and voyage history with detailed vessel information and enhanced weather monitoring. Unlock advanced features for deeper visibility and extended coverage with a Pro plan.

**Highlights:** Live vessel tracking worldwide, Ship positions and movements, Voyage history and key events, Detailed vessel information, Enhanced maps with weather monitoring, Fleet monitoring and alerts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Density Maps Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Nautical Charts Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Mobile Pro Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Nautical Charts Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Weather Maps Layers Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Starter Plan Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Advanced Density Maps Annual | $16.99 | per year |
| Nautical Charts Annual | $29.49 | per year |
| Mobile Pro Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Nautical Charts Annual | $66.99 | per year |
| Weather Maps Layers Annual | $95.99 | per year |
| Route Planner | $0.99 | one-time |
| Access Plus 24 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Augmented Reality | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate location tracking
- 👍 Useful for maritime enthusiasts
- 🔍 Provides detailed ship information
- 🌍 Good worldwide coverage
- 🙌 Helpful for monitoring loved ones at sea

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🕰️ Delayed or outdated ship positions
- 🤔 Confusing interface and navigation
- 🔍 Limited free features
- 🔋 Drains device battery

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent or unreliable ship data
- Difficulty canceling subscriptions
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Real-time ship tracking
- Improved map and interface design
- More free features and data access
- Ability to track multiple ships simultaneously
- Integration with other maritime apps and services


### ZeroSixZero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zerosixzero/id6742064806)

Transform your iPhone into a live GPS tracker for your adventures. Share your real-time location during marathons, sailing trips, or cycling tours. It records your location offline and updates when connectivity returns, ensuring your journey is always mapped.

**Highlights:** Live GPS tracking, Offline location recording, Low battery consumption, Satellite tracker integration, Background operation, Simple setup

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MarineTraffic free?

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

### Is ZeroSixZero free?

ZeroSixZero is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MarineTraffic or ZeroSixZero?

ZeroSixZero is rated higher. MarineTraffic averages 4.7 out of 5 from 65K ratings, while ZeroSixZero averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do MarineTraffic or ZeroSixZero have ads?

Neither MarineTraffic nor ZeroSixZero shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MarineTraffic or ZeroSixZero?

MarineTraffic ships an update every 10 days, and ZeroSixZero every 2 months. Most recently, MarineTraffic was updated on October 21, 2026 and ZeroSixZero on October 13, 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.*