Riverways vs Canal Map Narrow View
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Riverways
Read full descriptionHide full description
Riverways is the all-in-one navigation app designed specifically for boaters on the UK's inland waterways. Whether you're planning a relaxing cruise or travelling to your next mooring, Riverways helps you find the safest and most efficient route with real-time information tailored to your vessel. Think of it as the navigation app for inland waterways. Currently supporting the Broads National Park, with additional waterways planned for future updates. Plan every journey by creating routes between destinations and receive accurate journey times, distances and estimated arrival times. Riverways takes your vessel into account, helping you avoid routes with bridges or waterways that aren't suitable for your boat. Navigate with confidence and follow clear turn-by-turn navigation designed for waterways instead of roads. Stay informed throughout your journey with important alerts and guidance along your route. Riverways combines essential boating information into a single easy-to-use app, including: Turn-by-turn waterway navigation Trip planning with journey times and distances Vessel-aware routing to avoid low bridges and inaccessible waterways Live bridge heights and average bridge clearance information Speedometer with local speed limit information Tidal information Current weather conditions Detailed mooring information Boat facilities and services Nearby points of interest Departure reminders to help you arrive on time Live hazard reporting Built for boaters Unlike traditional mapping apps, Riverways is designed specifically for inland waterways. From navigating tidal rivers to finding the right mooring, every feature has been created with boaters in mind. Whether you're exploring the Norfolk Broads for the first time or you're a regular visitor, Riverways helps make every journey safer, simpler and more enjoyable.
Canal Map Narrow View
Navigate UK canals and rivers with this community-driven map. Discover routes, share information, and experience modern canal navigation. Join a growing network of waterway enthusiasts.
- UK canal and river mapping
- Community contributions
- Modern navigation interface
- Waterway route discovery
- Enthusiast community
Read full descriptionHide full description
Canal and River map for the UK featuring community contributions and features. Navigate the canal, the modern way. Join our community on our open canal navigation app built for the modern age. Terms of Use: https://narrowview.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://narrowview.app/privacy
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Riverways at none against Canal Map Narrow View's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Canal Map Narrow View sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Riverways asks for nothing beyond the download.
Riverways ships an update every 11 days, Canal Map Narrow View weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Riverways | Canal Map Narrow View |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Weekly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | β | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VesselDigital Technologies LTD | Thomas Fell |
In-app purchases
Riverways
No in-app purchases
Canal Map Narrow View
- NarrowView Supporter$2.991 Month
Questions
Is Riverways free?
Is Canal Map Narrow View free?
Do Riverways or Canal Map Narrow View have ads?
Which is updated more often, Riverways or Canal Map Narrow View?
Other comparisons















