Comparison

VHF Simulator vs Navi

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

Head to head
About

VHF Simulator

Features
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VHF Marine Radio Simulator with ATIS. Prepare for sailing in the A1 Sea Area. Perfect for supplementing your training or preparing for the exam. Learning: - A brief explanation of the radio's operation, - Step-by-step instructions on how to use the simulator: start-up, testing, position entry, address book, basic functions, calls, ATIS. Simulator: - Sending all DSC messages, - Various radio functions (dual watch, scanning, address book, position entry, and more), - Receiving DSC messages, Tasks: Experience the exam: - Select a task, - Execute a command, - Check for correct completion. There's a timer for each task. Additionally: - Calling scheme (Distres, Distress Cancel, Urgency, Safety, Routine), - Phonetic alphabet, - A short simulator user guide, - 30 minute Symulator free trial, Subscriptions: Full: access to the learn, simulator, and tasks. Basic: access to the simulator and tasks. The remaining elements of the app are always free. You can use all of this to prepare for the exam or refresh your radio skills before a cruise! Terms of Use (EULA): https://gorskiserwis.com/terms-vhf-simulator Privacy Policy: https://gorskiserwis.com/privacy-policy-vhf-simulator

About

Navi

Features
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Navi is the ultimate navigation tool for your adventures at sea, in the mountains, and beyond. Designed for sailors, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts, Navi combines professional GPS precision with the simplicity you need in the field. Record your tracks, plan routes, and navigate with confidence - even without internet. UNLIMITED FREE OFFLINE MAPS Don't let lack of signal stop you. Download maps of the entire world and nautical charts for fully offline use. No hidden subscriptions for core map features. FOR SAILORS (SEA) - Nautical Charts: Detailed layers with buoys, lights, and seamarks (OpenSeaMap). - Anchor Alarm: Sleep soundly knowing your boat is safe at anchor. - Real-time instruments: SOG (speed), COG (course), BRG (bearing to target), TTG (time to go). - Big Screen Mode: View critical data from the helm with high-contrast large numbers. FOR ADVENTURERS (MOUNTAIN) - Hiking & Cycling: Follow GPX/KML routes and view accurate elevation profiles. - Advanced Graphs: Analyse your speed and altitude in detail after every session. KEY FEATURES - Cloud Sync: View your tracks and waypoints on your computer at navitrack.pro. - Waypoint Manager: Create points of interest with a single tap and navigate to them. - Standard Export: Share your adventures in KML format for Google Earth and other devices. - 24h Weather Forecast: Wind speed, direction, temperature and rain probability. - Optimised for iPhone & iPad: Fluid interface with landscape mode and night mode. Download Navi today and take your navigation to the next level. Terms of Use: https://navitrack.pro/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://navitrack.pro/privacy.html

Screenshots

VHF Simulator3 screens
Navi4 screens

Verdict

The call

VHF Simulator and Navi 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. VHF Simulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month and Navi sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VHF Simulator ships an update every 9 days, Navi every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
VHF Simulator versus Navi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVHF SimulatorNavi
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTomasz CieslarIgnacio Lacosta

In-app purchases

1 purchases

VHF Simulator

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
1 purchases

Navi

Subscriptions1
  • Navi Premium$9.991 Year

Questions

Is VHF Simulator free?
VHF Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Navi free?
Navi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VHF Simulator or Navi have ads?
Neither VHF Simulator nor Navi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VHF Simulator or Navi?
VHF Simulator ships an update every 9 days, and Navi every 2 weeks. Most recently, VHF Simulator was updated on October 25, 2026 and Navi on November 5, 2026.

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