Comparison

RatePort vs NaviCost

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

Head to head
About

RatePort

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Get immediate, transparent bulk and breakbulk freight indications. RatePort is a 24/7 freight-estimation and benchmarking tool for bulk and breakbulk voyage planning. It helps users save time by producing consistent, explainable freight indications whenever they need them, regardless of location or time zone. Enter cargo and voyage details, see how estimated costs are calculated, compare voyage alternatives and decide whether to request a firm commercial offer. RatePort is designed to be a trusted, transparent source for internal freight benchmarking, budgeting, planning and early commercial discussions. Its explainable approach helps users understand the assumptions and cost components behind an estimate rather than rely on an unexplained result. Key features: • Create on-demand freight indications 24/7 across global time zones • Generate consistent bulk and breakbulk voyage estimates • Review a transparent breakdown of estimated costs • Compare alternative voyage scenarios • Save and manage previous indications • Create and share professional PDF indication summaries • Share indication details through WhatsApp • Request a firm commercial offer Designed for: • Commodity traders • Charterers • Shipowners and operators • Shipbrokers • Freight forwarders • Importers and exporters • Manufacturers and industrial producers • Mills, mines and mineral producers • Government agencies and public bodies • Universities, maritime academies and research institutions RatePort offers complimentary introductory use. Additional usage and subscription plans are available as in-app purchases. Important: RatePort results are non-binding freight indications provided for benchmarking, budgeting, planning and comparison. They do not constitute firm or bookable commercial offers. Users may request a separate firm commercial offer through the app. Breakbulk results are voyage-based estimates derived from cargo and voyage details. RatePort does not provide or compare third-party carrier tariff schedules. Actual freight may vary based on vessel availability, market conditions, cargo particulars, ports, dates and other commercial factors. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

NaviCost

Features
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NaviCost Professional voyage cost estimation and bunker price comparison for the maritime industry. NaviCost helps ship operators, charterers, brokers and maritime professionals quickly estimate voyage expenses and compare bunker prices across major ports worldwide. Features • Compare bunker prices for VLSFO, HSFO and MGO • Find the lowest bunker prices instantly • Calculate voyage costs in seconds • Fast and intuitive interface • Regularly updated bunker price database • Designed specifically for commercial shipping professionals Whether you’re planning a voyage, preparing a freight calculation, or evaluating bunker options, NaviCost provides the essential information you need to make faster operational decisions. NaviCost is built for: * Ship Owners * Charterers * Ship Operators * Brokers * Marine Superintendents * Port Captains * Maritime Professionals Save time, reduce fuel expenses and make smarter voyage planning decisions with NaviCost.

Screenshots

RatePort4 screens
NaviCost4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NaviCost at none against RatePort's 4. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. RatePort sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. NaviCost asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
RatePort versus NaviCost: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRatePortNaviCost
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlue Spectrum, LLCDenys Lysiuk

In-app purchases

4 purchases

RatePort

Subscriptions2
  • Starter Monthly1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Starter Annual$199.991 Year
One-time2
  • Single Quote$4.99
  • 15 Credits$14.99
None

NaviCost

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RatePort free?
RatePort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NaviCost free?
NaviCost is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RatePort or NaviCost have ads?
Neither RatePort nor NaviCost shows ads.

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