# Navionics® Boating vs C

The clearest difference is rating: C at 4.5 against Navionics® Boating's 2.9. C also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 22%) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). Navionics® Boating's advantage is chart position (#6 vs #106). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Navionics® Boating sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year and C sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

C holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.4K and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Navionics® Boating's written reviews are positive against 51% of C's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Navionics® Boating | C |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navionics-boating/id744920098/reviews) | **[4.5 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-map-boating/id967289980/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 2.3K |
| Positive reviews | 22.3% of reviews | **51.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | #106 |
| Size | 153 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Garmin](https://appshunter.io/developer/411046952) | [Navico Norway AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/842162153) |

## What reviewers say

### Navionics® Boating

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navionics-boating/id744920098)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Grossing · Navigation, #152 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Access detailed nautical charts and advanced boating features offline on your mobile device. Plan trips with dock-to-dock guidance, check weather and tides, and connect with a community of boaters. Ideal for cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving.

**Highlights:** Offline nautical charts, HD bathymetry maps, Dock-to-dock route planning, Weather and tide forecasts, Community edits and recommendations, Track recording and sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Norway | $49.99 | per year |
| Baltic Sea | $49.99 | per year |
| Australia & New Zealand | $49.99 | per year |
| Africa & Middle East | $49.99 | per year |
| Mexico, Caribbean to Brazil | $49.99 | per year |
| Indian Ocean and South China | $49.99 | per year |
| Pacific Islands | $49.99 | per year |
| US & Canada | $49.99 | per year |
| UK, Ireland & Holland | $49.99 | per year |
| Chile, Argentina&Easter Island | $49.99 | per year |
| China Sea & Japan | $49.99 | per year |
| Central and West Europe | $59.99 | per year |
| Mediterranean & Black Sea | $59.99 | per year |
| Adriatic & Ionian Seas | $69.99 | per year |
| Scandinavia S. & Germany N. | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great navigation app
- 🗺️ Detailed charts and maps
- ⚓ Useful for boating and sailing
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Login issues and unreliable offline access
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated map data

**Reported bugs**

- GPS signal loss and position tracking issues
- Inability to download or access previously purchased maps
- Constant requirement to log in, even offline

**Requested features**

- Add anchor alarm feature
- Improve route planning and waypoint functionality
- Provide better support for multiple devices
- Enhance user interface and customization options


### C

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-map-boating/id967289980)

**Currently charting:** #106 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Access up-to-date nautical charts for global exploration and planning. Save points of interest and routes, record tracks, and view marine weather. Upgrade for offline maps, GPS, and advanced features like shaded relief and AIS.

**Highlights:** Free chart viewer, Autorouting, Personal waypoints, Track recording, Marine weather forecasts, Offline map downloads, High-resolution bathymetry

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Embark Advanced Weather | $1.99 | per month |
| Embark Offline Maps USA | $2.49 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Region | $18.99 | per year |
| North America | $23.49 | per year |
| Maps Lakes South East USA | $25.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Caribbean | $32.99 | per year |
| Maps USA East Coast & Bahamas | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate maps and charts
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 📍 Helpful for planning trips and routes
- 🛳️ Useful for both professionals and beginners
- ⚙️ Detailed features like shaded relief and weather info

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- ⚠️ Unreliable GPS tracking and location updates
- 🔌 Offline maps and features not working as expected
- 🤔 Confusing or missing functionality (e.g. route editing)
- 💸 Expensive subscription, not worth the cost

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to save tracks or routes
- Offline maps fail to download or disappear
- Depth/contour data inaccurate or not displaying properly
- Login and authentication issues preventing access

**Requested features**

- Add mast height/clearance feature
- Improve AIS integration and functionality
- Allow more customization of map views and data
- Provide better customer support and communication


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Navionics® Boating free?

Navionics® Boating is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is C free?

C is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Navionics® Boating or C?

C is rated higher. Navionics® Boating averages 2.9 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while C averages 4.5 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do Navionics® Boating or C have ads?

Neither Navionics® Boating nor C shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Navionics® Boating or C?

Navionics® Boating ships an update every 6 weeks, and C every 6 weeks. Most recently, Navionics® Boating was updated on October 21, 2026 and C on October 20, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Navionics® Boating or C?

Navionics® Boating currently peaks at #6 in the App Store charts, and C at #106. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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