Comparison

ScubaPlan vs ScubaNation Diver

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

Head to head
About

ScubaPlan

Plan, log, and manage your dives with this comprehensive tool. Features include dive calculations, gear management, and community sharing. Available on iPhone and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Dive planning with gas calculations
  • Import dives from computers
  • Gear management
  • Community photo sharing
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Anonymous sign-in
Features
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ScubaPlan – Your diving logbook and community Take your dives to the next level with ScubaPlan, the ultimate app to plan, log and manage your dives in a safe and professional way. Designed by and for divers of all levels, ScubaPlan simplifies your pre-dive preparation by offering precise calculations, smart features, and everything you need to dive with confidence. [On your iPhone] · Edit and share photos and videos of your dives with the ScubaPlan community. · Plan your dives with accurate calculations for Air, Nitrox, or Trimix (MOD, EAD, PPO2...). · Import your dives from dive computers by brands like CRESSI, MARES, SUUNTO, and more. · Manage your gear and create custom gear sets for different types of dives. · Calculate your ideal weight based on body type, experience, and equipment. · Add locations to your dives manually or at the time of planning (no background tracking). · Check current weather conditions for more accurate dive planning. · Sign in with Apple anonymously, without sharing your email or personal data. · Sync your data across Apple devices with end-to-end encryption: only you hold the key. · Suggest or vote for new features directly within the app. [On your Apple Watch Ultra] We’re working on getting the official permission to access depth sensors up to 40 m on Apple Watch Ultra. For now, the app works up to 6 m depth. · Use ScubaPlan as a backup dive computer. · Log your dives with key data like duration, max depth, temperature, and charts. · Monitor your 3-minute safety stop at 5 meters. · Use the built-in compass throughout your dive. · Get planned depth alerts (not available due to sensor restrictions). ScubaPlan is completely free for all divers! Enjoy unlimited dive plans, share your underwater photos in the community, and import your dives from popular dive computers like Cressi — all at no cost. If you find ScubaPlan valuable, you can support its development through voluntary contributions to help us keep it private, independent, and built for divers like you. Privacy Policy: https://www.arturocarreterocalvo.com/scubaplan/scubaplan-privacy-policy-en.html Terms of Use: https://www.arturocarreterocalvo.com/scubaplan/scubaplan-terms-en.html

About

ScubaNation Diver

Features
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Dein digitales Tauchlogbuch – und deine komplette Tauchwelt in einer App. ScubaNation Diver bringt Logbuch, Brevets, Ausrüstung, Tauchplätze, Tauchreisen und Community zusammen. Kein Papierkram, keine verstreuten Zettel: Alles ist sicher gespeichert, jederzeit abrufbar und weltweit dabei. DIGITALES TAUCHLOGBUCH • Tauchgänge mit allen Details dokumentieren: Tiefe, Zeit, Buddy, Sichtweite, Temperatur und Bedingungen • GPS-Koordinaten und Verknüpfung mit dem Tauchplatz • Buddy-Signatur direkt auf dem Smartphone • Statistiken: Gesamttauchzeit, Anzahl der Tauchgänge, Entwicklung pro Jahr • Export als PDF oder CSV – dein Logbuch gehört dir BREVETS & ZERTIFIKATE • Alle Brevets als digitale Karten hinterlegen • Immer griffbereit – auch bei der Anmeldung an der Tauchbasis • Ausbildungsstand jederzeit im Blick AUSRÜSTUNG IM GRIFF • Eigene Ausrüstung erfassen und verwalten • Wartungs- und Serviceintervalle im Blick behalten • Nichts mehr vergessen, bevor es zum nächsten Tauchgang geht TAUCHPLÄTZE ENTDECKEN • Tauchplätze weltweit auf der Karte oder in der Liste finden • Nach Land, Region und Level (Anfänger, Erfahren, Experte) filtern • Bewertungen und Erfahrungen aus der Community • Infos zu Tiefe, Bedingungen und Einstieg TAUCHREISEN & TAGESFAHRTEN • Von der lokalen Tagesfahrt bis zur mehrtägigen Tauchsafari • Angebote nach Ziel, Zeitraum und Art filtern • Direkt zum passenden Anbieter TAUCHKURSE & WEITERBILDUNG • Kurse vom Einsteiger- bis zum Spezialkurs finden • Lerninhalte in der App durcharbeiten und Lernfortschritt verfolgen • Tauchschulen in deiner Nähe entdecken COMMUNITY • Buddy-Börse: Tauchpartner in deiner Nähe oder am Urlaubsziel finden • Forum für Fragen, Tipps und Erfahrungsberichte • Austausch mit Tauchern aus der ganzen Community FÜR TAUCHSCHULEN, BASEN UND GUIDES ScubaNation ist auch die Plattform für Tauchschulen, Basen und Guides: Kurse, Reisen und Angebote präsentieren und neue Taucher erreichen. KOSTENLOS STARTEN ScubaNation Diver ist kostenlos nutzbar. Registrieren, ersten Tauchgang eintragen – und deine komplette Tauchwelt immer dabei haben. Fragen, Wünsche oder Feedback? Schreib uns. Die App wird laufend gemeinsam mit der Community weiterentwickelt.

Screenshots

ScubaPlan4 screens
ScubaNation Diver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScubaNation Diver at none against ScubaPlan's 4. ScubaNation Diver also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.6). ScubaPlan's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). 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. ScubaPlan sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. ScubaNation Diver asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScubaPlan ships an update fortnightly, ScubaNation Diver every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ScubaPlan versus ScubaNation Diver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScubaPlanScubaNation Diver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArturo Carretero CalvoHans Dieter Hahn

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ScubaPlan

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly premium subscription$2.997 Days
  • Monthly premium subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual premium subscription$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$24.99
None

ScubaNation Diver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScubaPlan free?
ScubaPlan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScubaNation Diver free?
ScubaNation Diver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScubaPlan or ScubaNation Diver have ads?
Neither ScubaPlan nor ScubaNation Diver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScubaPlan or ScubaNation Diver?
ScubaPlan ships an update fortnightly, and ScubaNation Diver every 2 months. Most recently, ScubaPlan was updated on November 4, 2026 and ScubaNation Diver on October 31, 2026.

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