Comparison

Oiva vs Relax Ferry

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

Head to head
About

Oiva

This app provides a comprehensive directory of vessels operating in the Maldives, including routes, schedules, and direct contact information for operators. It's designed to help locals, travelers, and businesses easily find and connect with the right boats for inter-island travel or cargo shipments.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive vessel directory
  • Smart filtering by service type
  • Detailed route information
  • Departure schedules
  • Real-time vessel locations
  • Direct operator contacts
  • Clean and simple interface
Features
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Oiva — Maldives Vessel Directory Oiva is your complete companion for navigating sea travel across the Maldives. Whether you're island-hopping, shipping cargo, or planning a journey between atolls, Oiva brings together everything you need to find the right vessel — routes, schedules, services, and direct contacts — all in one place. Designed for locals, travelers, and businesses alike, Oiva makes it easy to discover vessels operating across the Maldives and connect with their operators in just a few taps. KEY FEATURES Comprehensive Vessel Directory Browse a wide range of vessels operating throughout the Maldives, from passenger ferries to cargo boats, all organized for easy discovery. Smart Filtering Quickly find the vessel you need by filtering based on service type — passenger or cargo — so you only see boats that match your journey. Route Information Explore the routes each vessel takes between islands and atolls, helping you plan your trip with clarity and confidence. Departure Schedules Check upcoming departure dates and times so you never miss your boat or shipment. Vessel Locations View vessel locations to stay informed about where boats are operating across the Maldives. Direct Operator Contacts Reach out to vessel operators directly through the app to confirm bookings, ask questions, or arrange cargo shipments — no more searching for phone numbers. Clean, Simple Interface A straightforward, easy-to-use design built for fast access to the information that matters most. WHO IS OIVA FOR? Travelers planning inter-island journeys Locals commuting between islands and atolls Businesses arranging cargo shipments Anyone who needs reliable vessel information across the Maldives Oiva puts the Maldives' sea network in your pocket. Find the right vessel, plan your journey, and travel with confidence.

About

Relax Ferry

Book speedboat transfers across the Maldives RAA and BAA Atolls. Select your seat, receive an instant e-ticket with a QR code, and track your boat live via GPS. Enjoy seamless travel with no paperwork.

Highlights
  • Book speedboat transfers
  • Interactive seat selection
  • Instant e-ticket with QR code
  • Live boat tracking via GPS
  • Search trips by island and date
  • Share or download ticket as PDF
Features
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Relax Ferry is your travel companion for speedboat transfers across the Maldives RAA and BAA Atolls. Book your seat in minutes, choose your preferred seat on the boat, and receive your e-ticket instantly. Show your QR code at boarding — no paperwork needed. FEATURES • Search trips by island and date • Interactive seat selection map • Bank transfer payment with slip upload • Instant e-ticket with QR code • Share or download your ticket as PDF • Live boat tracking via GPS • View all schedules at a glance Serving routes between Ungoofaaru, Alifushi, Hulhudhuffaaru, Dhuvaafaru, Rasmaadhoo, Dharavandhoo, Kudarikilu, Kamadhoo and more. Your Travel Friend.

Screenshots

Oiva4 screens
Relax Ferry4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Relax Ferry at weekly against Oiva's every 3 weeks. Oiva's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Oiva against 5.0 for Relax Ferry. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Oiva ships an update every 3 weeks, Relax Ferry weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Oiva versus Relax Ferry: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOivaRelax Ferry
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB47 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMohamed Wisam IbrahimINVOW MALDIVES LLP

Customer experience

Oiva

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Relax Ferry

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Oiva

No in-app purchases

None

Relax Ferry

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Oiva free?
Oiva is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Relax Ferry free?
Relax Ferry is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Oiva or Relax Ferry?
Oiva and Relax Ferry are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Oiva or Relax Ferry have ads?
Neither Oiva nor Relax Ferry shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Oiva or Relax Ferry?
Oiva ships an update every 3 weeks, and Relax Ferry weekly. Most recently, Oiva was updated on October 15, 2026 and Relax Ferry on October 12, 2026.

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