DiveHub vs OVM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DiveHub
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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
OVM
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OVM Diveplanner is an OC/CC (rebreather), mixed gas, multi-level, repetitive dive, decompression planner based on Bühlman ZHL/16C with configurable gradient factors or VPM/B. It tracks CNS and OTU's. Auto-calculates bailout profiles when in CCR mode. Create your dive profile by entering a list of depths of adding waypoints in the visual planner mode. Use predefined gasses or add your own custom mix. Also provides several gas mix tools for estimating gas results when topping off your tanks. This will give an estimate if boosting tanks leads to undisiarable results, before mixing. The app contains a user manual which is also available online at https://www.ovm-planner.com/user-manual.html. The app is intended for certified who whish to create an estimate of their dive profile and gas usages when executing deep decompression dives, helping in determining the required amount of decompression gas or bail-out gas needed. It can also be used to create an ascent profile to which you can fallback on when the divers computer fails underwater, or use for sanity checking you dive computer during the dive. The app works standalone and offline. It does not require an account and does not store any data except app settings such as breathing rate and entered dive settings. No external connections, software or hardware is required. No subscribtion of in-app purchases needed or possible.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: DiveHub at Free against OVM's $7.99. DiveHub also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). OVM's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). On ads, in-app purchases 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
DiveHub is free to download; OVM costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DiveHub ships an update every 8 days, OVM every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DiveHub | OVM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $7.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | XIN LI | data-project bv |
In-app purchases
DiveHub
No in-app purchases
OVM
No in-app purchases









