Comparison

Boating Logbook vs MyShipTracking

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

Head to head
About

Boating Logbook

Record your boat trips with real-time GPS data, weather, and crew information. Securely store your boating history and relive your adventures with detailed maps and statistics. Import/export GPX files and manage your logbook with powerful search and filtering options.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS trip recording
  • Log weather, crew, and boat details
  • Access trip statistics
  • Review adventures on maps
  • Search and filter logbook entries
  • Import/export GPX files
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Skipper is a simple yet powerful boating logbook app for iPhone and iPad. It allows you to automatically keep a permanent record of all your activities at sea and to securely store all your trips on your device to protect your entire boating history. If you love sailing or boating, Skipper is the perfect app! Features of Skipper: • Record your boat trips with your iPhone or iPad*: real-time GPS position, course, speed, duration, distance, track and more • Auto start recording your trips as soon as you leave your initial position • Log everything: weather, sea state, crew members, boat, departure/arrival places, sails used, engine hours, incidents, repairs, and more • Access accurate stats like distance, duration, average/top speed and more • Relive your adventures review your chronicles over time with beautiful maps • Search your logbook for name, notes or place and filter by crew member, boat, weather (wind force and direction) • Import/export GPX files • Nautical, metric and imperial units of measurement support Notes: • *Only the Wi-Fi + Cellular iPads have a built-in GPS, the Wi-Fi only iPads don't have a built-in GPS. • Skipper cannot be used as replacement for Automatic Identification System (AIS). • Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease your device’s battery life: it is recommend to connect the device to a power outlet when possible. • GPS is completely independent of any Wi-Fi or Cellular data connection. • An Internet connection is required to download weather forecast and maps. • Maps provided by Apple. • Weather is provided by Apple. --- The first three recorded or imported activities are completely free of charge. Skipper+, an optional in-app subscription, unlocks unlimited activities. Development and ongoing maintenance are supported by Skipper+ subscribers. Thank you! Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription or turn off auto-renew by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. • Privacy: https://skipper.alpennec.com/privacy • Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

MyShipTracking

Monitor global maritime traffic using real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. Access detailed vessel information, port data, and weather overlays. Manage your fleet and receive alerts for movements within custom areas.

Highlights
  • Real-time ship tracking
  • Extensive vessel database
  • Port database and calls
  • Fleet management
  • Custom area tracking
  • Real-time notifications
  • Weather overlays
Features
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Discover the world of maritime traffic with MyShipTracking. Utilize the power of Automatic Identification System (AIS) data to monitor vessels across the globe. Whether you're a maritime professional or an enthusiast, MyShipTracking offers detailed vessel information. Key Features: Real-Time Tracking: Experience real-time ship tracking within the coverage area of our extensive AIS station network. Keep up with comprehensive AIS data where available, ensuring you stay informed about vessel movements in regions covered by our network. Extensive Vessel Database: Access detailed information on cargo ships, tankers, yachts, and more. Customize overlays for an enhanced tracking experience. Port Database & Calls: Stay informed with up-to-date information on global ports and their incoming and outgoing traffic. Fleet Management: Easily manage and monitor your own fleet with personalized tracking. Custom Area Drawing: Define and monitor custom areas on the map for targeted tracking. Real-Time Notifications: Receive instant alerts on vessel movements and changes within your areas of interest. Photo Uploads: Contribute by uploading photos of vessels, enhancing the community-driven database. Weather Overlays: Plan and track with real-time weather information, including wind and temperature overlays. MyShipTracking is your gateway to understanding and engaging with the maritime world. Whether for professional use or personal interest, our app brings the vastness of the sea closer than ever. Download now and start tracking! For our terms of service, please refer to Apple’s Standard Terms of Use at: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Boating Logbook4 screens
MyShipTracking4 screens

Verdict

The call

Boating Logbook and MyShipTracking both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Boating Logbook's written reviews are positive against 40% of MyShipTracking's. Boating Logbook also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). MyShipTracking's advantage is ratings volume (4.5K vs 36) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Boating Logbook sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and MyShipTracking sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Boating Logbook holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyShipTracking has 4.5K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Boating Logbook's written reviews are positive against 40% of MyShipTracking's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boating Logbook ships an update every 2 weeks, MyShipTracking every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Boating Logbook versus MyShipTracking: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoating LogbookMyShipTracking
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (36 ratings) — better4.4 (4.5K ratings)
Positive reviews79.2% of reviews — better39.9% of reviews
Number of ratings364.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAxel Le PennecNativity

Customer experience

Boating Logbook

All ratings36 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive79.2%
Neutral3.9%
Negative16.9%

MyShipTracking

All ratings4,487 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral5.1%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews396 reviews
Positive39.9%
Neutral7.8%
Negative52.3%

Bugs and requests

Boating Logbook

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

MyShipTracking

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Inability to add ships to fleet
  • Incorrect ship locations or information

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved map view with more features
  • Ability to track specific ships
  • Notification system for ship arrivals/departures
  • Offline mode or caching for better performance

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Boating Logbook

Subscriptions8
  • Skipper+ Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Skipper+ Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Weekly2 variants$8.997 Days
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  • Skipper+ Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$35.991 Year
  • Yearly$44.991 Year
  • Yearly2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time3
  • Skipper+ Lifetime$14.99
  • Skipper+ Lifetime$99.99
  • Lifetime$124.99
4 purchases

MyShipTracking

Subscriptions4
  • Chief Officer3 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Captain3 Days trial$22.991 Month
  • Chief Officer3 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Captain3 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Boating Logbook free?
Boating Logbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyShipTracking free?
MyShipTracking is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Boating Logbook or MyShipTracking?
Boating Logbook is rated higher. Boating Logbook averages 4.6 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while MyShipTracking averages 4.4 from 4.5K ratings.
Do Boating Logbook or MyShipTracking have ads?
Neither Boating Logbook nor MyShipTracking shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Boating Logbook or MyShipTracking?
Boating Logbook ships an update every 2 weeks, and MyShipTracking every 2 months. Most recently, Boating Logbook was updated on September 26, 2026 and MyShipTracking on September 27, 2026.

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