Comparison

SkyPro GPS Status Tool vs Anchor Pro

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

Head to head
About

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

View detailed GPS receiver information, including satellite status and signal strength. Manage route recording and download stored routes. This utility app enhances the functionality of specific GPS receivers.

Highlights
  • View GPS and GLONASS satellite status
  • Display signal strength
  • Show current location
  • Check GPS receiver connection
  • Monitor battery level and charging status
  • Enable/disable automatic route recording
  • Download recorded routes
Features
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The SkyPro app is a simple utility application for use with the SkyPro GPS Receiver from Dual Electronics, model XGPS150(A/E), XGPS160. This app shows detailed information from the GPS receiver including: - The number of GPS and GLONASS satellites in view and their signal strength (GLONASS satellites are not enabled in XGPS150) - Your current location, or an indication that the device is still waiting for satellite information - Whether or not the GPS receiver is actively connected to the iPhone/iPod. - The battery level of the GPS receiver - Whether or not the GPS receiver is charging This app will also allow you to turn on/off automatic route recording, and download the recorded routes stored in the internal memory of the XGPS160. Installation of this app is optional. You do not have to install this app in order to make the GPS receiver work with your iPhone/iPod. Languages: English Requirements: - Compatible with iPhone/iPod. - Requires iOS 13.0 or later - For use ONLY with the SkyPro GPS from Dual Electronics, model XGPS150 and XGPS160.

About

Anchor Pro

This app helps boaters set and monitor their anchor position in real-time. It allows for defining safe zones, tracking boat movement, and receiving alerts for critical changes. Remote notifications and Apple Watch integration enhance its utility for secure anchoring.

Highlights
  • Set anchor location in real-time or manually
  • Define custom safe swing zones
  • Monitor boat movement and track history
  • Receive real-time alerts for position, GPS, and battery
  • Remote notifications via Telegram or email
  • Apple Watch companion app for key metrics
Features
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SET THE ANCHOR Set your anchor location in real time as you drop it, or specify it later by entering distance and bearing. Advanced users can also input exact coordinates. DEFINE THE SAFE ZONE Define the allowed swing area as a simple circle around the anchor, or create a more precise zone by setting two different radii at specific angles. MONITOR MOVEMENT Stay on top of every movement with comprehensive real-time data. Review key metrics on the main screen or switch to the map view to see your boat's track — ideal for analyzing whether your anchor is holding or dragging. GET ALERTED WHEN IT MATTERS Monitor position, GPS signal strength, and battery level — and receive alerts the moment any of these fall outside your set thresholds. REMOTE ALERTS Leave your phone on board and stay informed from shore. Receive alarm notifications via Telegram or email. With Telegram, you can also request a live status update at any time. APPLE WATCH Keep distance, bearing, and battery level on your wrist with the Apple Watch companion app — all updated in real time. TRY ANCHOR PRO FOR FREE Core features are always free. Want to explore everything? All premium features are available during a free trial period — no commitment required. Anchor Pro is ad-supported. Purchasing an Anchor Premium subscription removes ads and unlocks extra features. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically at the same price unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage auto-renewal anytime in your Account Settings. Anchor Premium is $6.99 USD/year (pricing may vary by country). Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited upon purchasing a subscription, where applicable. Terms of use: https://links.ideaboys.net/anchor-ios-terms.html GOOD TO KNOW Anchor Pro uses background audio and location services to keep alerts active when the app is not in the foreground. Please note that continuous GPS use will drain your battery faster than usual.

Screenshots

SkyPro GPS Status Tool4 screens
Anchor Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Anchor Pro at 79% against SkyPro GPS Status Tool's 21%. Anchor Pro also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.2) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 30). SkyPro GPS Status Tool's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Anchor Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year. SkyPro GPS Status Tool asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Anchor Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anchor Pro has 3.6K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of SkyPro GPS Status Tool's written reviews are positive against 79% of Anchor Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkyPro GPS Status Tool ships an update every 3 months, Anchor Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SkyPro GPS Status Tool versus Anchor Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyPro GPS Status ToolAnchor Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (30 ratings)4.8 (3.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.4% of reviews79.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings303.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNAMSUNG AMERICA, INC.IdeaBoys GmbH

Customer experience

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

All ratings30 ratings
Positive26.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive21.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative71.4%

Anchor Pro

All ratings3,496 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews181 reviews
Positive79.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative17.7%

User reviews

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

From 30 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🛰️ Good GPS signal reception
  • 🔄 Can broadcast Bluetooth GPS to multiple users
  • ⚡ Fast connection with devices
  • 🚀 High refresh rate (10Hz) for apps like racing timers
  • ✈️ Accurate positioning for aviation use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • ❌ Does not connect to GPS device
  • ❌ No satellite information
  • ❌ Incompatible with newer iOS versions
  • ❌ Outdated hardware and software design

Anchor Pro

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Reliable anchor alarm
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 🔒 Works without cell/WiFi
  • 💤 Helps user sleep soundly
  • 🗺️ Detailed anchor tracking

Room to improve

  • 🐛 GPS accuracy issues
  • 🔋 Drains device battery
  • 🔍 Remote monitoring unreliable
  • 💰 Subscription required for full features

Bugs and requests

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

Reported bugs

69 issues
  • App crashes after updating iPad/iOS
  • Cannot get satellite reception
  • App does not connect to GPS device
  • Bluetooth connection issues
  • Firmware update fails or bricks device
Show 64 more
  • App crashes when scrolling satellite page
  • App crashes when deleting trips
  • App crashes when opening trip tab
  • Share function crashes
  • Syncing to puck freezes
  • Position information freezes when charging phone
  • App crashes on launch
  • Trip download page not working
  • App does not recognize GPS unit on iPhone 6
  • Cannot delete tracks from device
  • Setup options are grayed out
  • App crashes when trying to download or delete data
  • App crashes when trying to upload/view trip
  • App crashes when trying to open saved track log
  • App crashes when trying to update firmware
  • App crashes when scrolling to bottom of satellite list
  • Share option for trip data doesn't work
  • Firmware update problematic
  • App crashes on satellite view
  • Battery status inaccurate
  • Firmware update requires specific setting change
  • App crashes on iPhone 5
  • App crashes on iPhone 3GS
  • App crashes on iPhone SE
  • App crashes on iPhone 8
  • App crashes on iPad Pro
  • App crashes on iPhone X
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s
  • App crashes on iPhone 6+
  • App crashes on iPhone 6
  • App crashes on iPhone 7
  • App crashes on iPhone 8 Plus
  • App crashes on iPad Mini
  • App crashes on iPad Air 2
  • App crashes on iPhone SE (iOS 11/12)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s (iOS 11.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s (iOS 10.3.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s (iOS 9.3.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5 (iOS 8.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 Plus (iOS 8.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 8.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 8.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 8.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 9.3.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 10.3.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 11.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 12)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 13)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 13.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 14)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 15)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 16)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 17)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 18)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 19)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 20)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 21)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 22)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 23)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 24)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 25)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 26)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 26.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 26.4)

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add Galileo system support
  • Allow deselecting Glonass or GPS
  • Export to GPX and KML formats
  • Add a compass with coordinates
  • Ability to delete all tracks
Show 4 more
  • Add export to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
  • Improve route tracing for 150 model
  • Add dark mode
  • Improve UI/UX

Anchor Pro

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App randomly shuts off
  • Anchor position tracking glitches

Requested features

3 requests
  • Customizable anchor icon/color
  • Integration with marine GPS/chartplotter
  • Ability to adjust alarm parameters remotely

In-app purchases

None

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Anchor Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Anchor Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Year

Questions

Is SkyPro GPS Status Tool free?
SkyPro GPS Status Tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Anchor Pro free?
Anchor Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SkyPro GPS Status Tool or Anchor Pro?
Anchor Pro is rated higher. SkyPro GPS Status Tool averages 2.2 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Anchor Pro averages 4.8 from 3.6K ratings.
Do SkyPro GPS Status Tool or Anchor Pro have ads?
Neither SkyPro GPS Status Tool nor Anchor Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SkyPro GPS Status Tool or Anchor Pro?
SkyPro GPS Status Tool ships an update every 3 months, and Anchor Pro every 2 months. Most recently, SkyPro GPS Status Tool was updated on October 23, 2026 and Anchor Pro on October 29, 2026.

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