Comparison

KnowWake vs WilDi Maps

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

WilDi Maps

This app enables businesses to run targeted, location-based advertising campaigns. It allows precise targeting of specific roads or areas, with a verified delivery model where payment is only made upon ad interaction. Drivers see ads when parked, ensuring safety and extended display time.

Highlights
  • Precision location targeting
  • Verified delivery model
  • Real-time analytics dashboard
  • GPS precision targeting
  • Extended display time
  • No long-term contracts
Features
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WilDi Maps revolutionizes location-based advertising with precision driver targeting. Our innovative app helps businesses connect with customers through location-based marketing campaigns. KEY FEATURES: • Precision Location Targeting - Target specific roads, neighborhoods, or entire cities • Verified Delivery Model - Only pay when users interact with your ads • Real-Time Analytics Dashboard - Track impressions, verified deliveries, and spending • GPS Precision - Target exact routes and locations where your customers drive • Extended Display Time - 5-second display duration, 5x longer than industry standard • No Long-Term Contracts - Flexible budgets with complete control HOW IT WORKS: 1. Use our geo-ad builder to select streets or areas where you want to reach customers 2. Create your brand message in seconds 3. Drivers see your banner when driving through your targeted area 4. Your message saves to their inbox to review when parked 5. You only pay when they confirm they saw your ad PERFECT FOR: • Local businesses wanting to increase foot traffic • Service providers seeking brand recognition • Retailers targeting high-traffic routes • Any business that benefits from location-based customer engagement Safety First: Drivers interact with content only when parked, never while driving. WilDi is for adults 18 and older.

Screenshots

KnowWake4 screens
WilDi Maps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WilDi Maps at 5.0 against KnowWake's 4.1. KnowWake's advantage is ratings volume (250 vs 2) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

WilDi Maps 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 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KnowWake ships an update every 11 days, WilDi Maps every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
KnowWake versus WilDi Maps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnowWakeWilDi Maps
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (250 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings250 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB100 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperApplication Generation, IncWILDI MAPS INC.

Customer experience

KnowWake

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

WilDi Maps

All ratings2 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

WilDi Maps

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

KnowWake

No in-app purchases

None

WilDi Maps

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KnowWake free?
KnowWake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WilDi Maps free?
WilDi Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KnowWake or WilDi Maps?
WilDi Maps is rated higher. KnowWake averages 4.1 out of 5 from 250 ratings, while WilDi Maps averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do KnowWake or WilDi Maps have ads?
Neither KnowWake nor WilDi Maps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KnowWake or WilDi Maps?
KnowWake ships an update every 11 days, and WilDi Maps every 9 days. Most recently, KnowWake was updated on October 13, 2026 and WilDi Maps on October 7, 2026.

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