Comparison

CCRtools vs DiveHub

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

Head to head
About

CCRtools

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CCRtools is application for closed-circuit rebreather (CCR) divers. CCRtools helps you prepare for dives safely with checklists, gas blending calculations, O₂ sensor tracking, and standard diving calculators. Checklists can be downloaded, created or modified and can contain checks, values to enter and timers. The sensor log supports up to five O₂ sensors displaying the trend of linearity.

About

DiveHub

Features
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EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE ONLY - NOT FOR REAL DIVE PLANNING DiveHub is a fan project created to help divers learn and understand decompression theory. This app implements the Bühlmann ZH-L16C algorithm with gradient factors, but lacks many features required for safe, real-world dive planning. Key Features: • Bühlmann ZH-L16C Decompression Algorithm • Gradient Factor support (customizable GF Low/High) • Open Circuit (OC) multi-gas planning • Closed Circuit Rebreather (CCR) support with bailout planning • Multiple decompression gases • Real-time dive profile visualization • Equivalent Narcotic Depth (END) calculations • Gas density monitoring with safety thresholds • Time To Surface (TTS) calculations • Customizable ascent/descent rates • Altitude diving support with custom surface pressure • Fresh water and salt water density options • Save and manage multiple dive plans • Some level of Gas Planning • BLE Nitrox Analyzer Not included features: • Complete Gas planning feature • ICBD warning, HPNS warning • etc. Technical Diving Concepts: Learn about decompression stops, tissue compartment loading, gas switching protocols, ppO2 limits, Maximum Operating Depth (MOD), CNS oxygen toxicity tracking, and CCR bailout planning. Important Safety Notice: This app is for educational purposes only. It does not account for all physiological factors, environmental conditions, or emergency scenarios. You must be properly trained in decompression theory and dive planning. Only dive within your certified training level. All dives carry risk of Decompression Sickness (DCS), which can cause serious injury or death. The developers are not responsible for any injuries or incidents resulting from using this application. You assume all risks associated with diving. Requirements: • Full understanding of diving terms and decompression theory • Proper dive training and certification • Use alongside professional dive computers and planning tools

Screenshots

CCRtools4 screens
DiveHub4 screens

Verdict

The call

CCRtools and DiveHub are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CCRtools ships an update fortnightly, DiveHub every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
CCRtools versus DiveHub: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCCRtoolsDiveHub
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.2 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKai-Uwe SattlerXIN LI

In-app purchases

None

CCRtools

No in-app purchases

None

DiveHub

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CCRtools free?
CCRtools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DiveHub free?
DiveHub is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CCRtools or DiveHub have ads?
Neither CCRtools nor DiveHub shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CCRtools or DiveHub?
CCRtools ships an update fortnightly, and DiveHub every 8 days. Most recently, CCRtools was updated on September 26, 2026 and DiveHub on September 15, 2026.

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