Comparison

RT vs Rhodan

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

Head to head
About

RT

Navigate using real-time oceanographic data like sea surface temperatures and currents on your mobile device. Create and edit waypoints, zoom maps, and track your GPS location for point-to-point navigation. Access dynamic maps even without cell service.

Highlights
  • Real-time oceanographic imagery
  • Waypoint creation and editing
  • Map zooming
  • Point-to-point navigation
  • Real-time GPS tracking
  • Offline navigation capabilities
Features
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Hilton's Realtime-Navigator Mobile Navigation Application. Navigate on almost real-time imageries such as sea surface temperatures, chlorophyll, surface currents, altimetry, and salinity using your iPad, iPhone, and/or iPod device(s) as your chartplotter! Features include: -Ability to create waypoints/routes "On the fly" -Waypoint creation and editing -Map zooming -Point to point navigation -Real-time GPS location -Ability to change chart selection "On the fly" The RT-Nav app interfaces with the RT-Nav.com website to provide a platform to allow subscribers the ability to navigate on desired RT-Nav.com images using youriPad, iPhone, and/or iPod device(s) as a chartplotter. View your real-time position on dynamic maps outside of cell/internet range navigating to temp breaks (probable weedlines), color changes, or default/custom waypoints by using our touch-screen technology!

About

Rhodan

Transform your iPhone into a remote control for your trolling motor. Monitor real-time performance data and adjust motor settings wirelessly for a seamless fishing experience.

Highlights
  • Wireless motor control
  • Real-time performance data
  • Custom motor configuration
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Remote steering and mode changes
Features
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Full Control. Real-Time Data. Seamless Updates. Rhodan turns your iPhone into a powerful command center for your trolling motor. Whether you're on the water or preparing for your next trip, this app provides direct wireless control and live performance monitoring — giving you complete control at your fingertips. Key Features: • Wireless Motor Control – Remotely start, stop, steer, and change operation mode of your trolling motor. • Live Runtime Data – View real-time stats including speed, direction, battery voltage, and more. • Custom Motor Configuration – Fine-tune your motor settings to match your fishing style and environment. • Over-the-air Firmware Updates – Stay current with the latest performance improvements and features by updating your motor wirelessly. Designed for ease of use and built for performance, Rhodan puts everything you need in one intuitive app — so you can focus on what matters most: fishing!

Screenshots

RT4 screens
Rhodan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Rhodan at 5.0 against RT's 3.0. Rhodan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). RT's advantage is chart position (#197 vs unranked) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). 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. RT sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Rhodan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Rhodan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RT has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
RT versus Rhodan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRTRhodan
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#197 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB96 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHilton's Fishing Charts, L.L.C.Rhodan Marine Systems of Florida, LLC

Customer experience

RT

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral25.0%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Rhodan

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

RT

One-time5
  • 1 Day Subscription$29.99
  • 1 Week Subscription$49.99
  • 1 Month Subscription$99.99
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  • 1 Year Subscription$199.99
  • One Year International$199.99
None

Rhodan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RT free?
RT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rhodan free?
Rhodan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RT or Rhodan?
Rhodan is rated higher. RT averages 3.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Rhodan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do RT or Rhodan have ads?
Neither RT nor Rhodan shows ads.

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