Comparison

KnowWake vs Rhodan

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

Head to head
About

KnowWake

This marine navigation platform offers detailed waterway information for numerous global locations. Discover waterfront destinations, access real-time community reports on hazards and marine life, and utilize advanced navigation features for a safer and more informed boating experience.

Highlights
  • Waterfront destinations
  • Real-time waterway reports
  • Wake zone indicators
  • Marine weather forecasts
  • Anchor alarm
  • Location sharing
  • Offline mode
Features
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KnowWake is a FREE marine navigation platform packed with waterfront destinations in the United States, Canada, Caribbean, Mexico, South Africa, United Kingdom, parts of Europe, Arabian Peninsula and NOW all of Australia and New Zealand!! Salt and freshwater points of interest include 50,000+ VERIFIED: restaurants, marinas, fuel docks, yacht clubs, lodging, vessel services, dive shops, boat ramps, dive & snorkel areas, bridges, locks, popular spots, town docks, anchorages, inlets and more! KnowWake also uses real-time waterway reports from the community to see and share things like hazards, marine life, police and other important information. Features include: · Wake zones - Simplified, color-coded waterways · Marine Weather Suite - Current and forecasted marine conditions · NAVAIDS - Navigation Channel Markers, Buoys & Beacons · Anchor Alarm - Get notified if your vessel moves outside of a predetermined area · Virtual Dive Flag - Alert other vessels of swimmers in the water · Routing - Point to point waterway routing with distance to location · Depth - See depth based on current NOAA bathymetry charts · Location sharing - Share location with a single person, group or everyone · Vessel Tracks - Leave tracks along the way to see or share later · Offline mode - Use KnowWake anywhere, even with bad network service · Augmented Reality - See what's ahead including all KnowWake points of interest · Safety First - An SOS button, Safety Checklists and Float Plan generator Sharing with friends is easier than ever. Simply click the share button on any point, route or favorite location and choose who you want to share it with - This feature is perfect to retrace steps, show friends how to get somewhere or just share your adventures. Adding to the chart helps everyone. Whether posting a waterway report, adding a missing point or updating an existing one, you can help keep the chart current with local knowledge. Thank you to everyone helping keep the chart updated and we'll see you on the water soon!!

About

Rhodan

Transform your iPhone into a remote control for your trolling motor. Monitor real-time performance data and adjust motor settings wirelessly for a seamless fishing experience.

Highlights
  • Wireless motor control
  • Real-time performance data
  • Custom motor configuration
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Remote steering and mode changes
Features
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Full Control. Real-Time Data. Seamless Updates. Rhodan turns your iPhone into a powerful command center for your trolling motor. Whether you're on the water or preparing for your next trip, this app provides direct wireless control and live performance monitoring — giving you complete control at your fingertips. Key Features: • Wireless Motor Control – Remotely start, stop, steer, and change operation mode of your trolling motor. • Live Runtime Data – View real-time stats including speed, direction, battery voltage, and more. • Custom Motor Configuration – Fine-tune your motor settings to match your fishing style and environment. • Over-the-air Firmware Updates – Stay current with the latest performance improvements and features by updating your motor wirelessly. Designed for ease of use and built for performance, Rhodan puts everything you need in one intuitive app — so you can focus on what matters most: fishing!

Screenshots

KnowWake4 screens
Rhodan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Rhodan at 5.0 against KnowWake's 4.1. KnowWake's advantage is ratings volume (250 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Rhodan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KnowWake has 250 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
KnowWake versus Rhodan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnowWakeRhodan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (250 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings250 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB96 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperApplication Generation, IncRhodan Marine Systems of Florida, LLC

Customer experience

KnowWake

All ratings250 ratings
Positive74.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative22.0%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive55.3%
Neutral4.9%
Negative39.8%

Rhodan

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

Bugs and requests

KnowWake

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • App crashes immediately upon opening
  • App freezes after 30 seconds of use
  • Login/registration fails or times out indefinitely
  • Routing returns error messages and crashes
  • Tapping on location icons does nothing or crashes app
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  • Filtering options don't work (removed items still appear)
  • Depth chart feature returns 'error tap on water area' message
  • Freshwater/saltwater detection incorrect
  • NOAA overlay charts work once then fail
  • Vessel picture change causes symbol display issues
  • Buoy recognition inconsistent (only recognizes one random buoy)
  • Contact form CAPTCHA rejects valid input
  • App won't load or appear in app list after download
  • Force closing and random shutdowns

Requested features

12 requests
  • Improved stability and crash prevention
  • Course-up/heading-up map orientation option
  • Depth layer integration for navigation safety
  • NOAA raster charts availability
  • Better routing algorithm with estimated time and distance
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  • Ability to save multiple vessel profiles
  • Layer on/off toggle functionality
  • Bridge information with contact details and height specifications
  • Water amenities for canal boaters (water points, Elsan disposal, pump out sites)
  • Improved filtering system that actually works
  • Better icon explanations or legend
  • Expanded lake coverage in central Florida and other regions

Rhodan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

KnowWake

No in-app purchases

None

Rhodan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KnowWake free?
KnowWake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rhodan free?
Rhodan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KnowWake or Rhodan?
Rhodan is rated higher. KnowWake averages 4.1 out of 5 from 250 ratings, while Rhodan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do KnowWake or Rhodan have ads?
Neither KnowWake nor Rhodan shows ads.

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