Comparison

Diving Log vs Currents

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

Head to head
About

Diving Log

Record your scuba diving activities, including dive data, weather conditions, and photos. Create visual "DiveLines" of your underwater experiences and share them with friends. An optional add-on allows for additional features and ad removal.

Highlights
  • Logbook and DiveLine creation
  • Location tracking for dives
  • CSV and image file export
  • Map view of dive locations
  • Record dive data and weather
  • Add photos to DiveLines
Features
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"DivingLog" is a Scuba Diving LogBook app for smartphones and tablets. Have you thought that you want to record the activity in the water when writing a logbook of scuba diving? For example, Record of practice of neutral buoyancy, Record of fishes you met, etc... You will be able to create "DiveLine" in addition to the LogBook by "DivingLog". "DiveLine" is a record of activities and photos in water. You can create an image file of the "LogBook" and image file of "DiveLine", and you can share those image file with your friends through the SNS, such as facebook and twitter. Ad will appear in the app, but you can hide Ad by having you purchase the add-on. ■Main function of App 1. Creating, editing and viewing of Scuba Diving LogBook and DiveLine. 2. Creating, editing and viewing of Scuba Diving LogBook and DiveLine with location information. 3. CSV file output of the Scuba Diving LogBook and DiveLine. 4. Image file output of the Scuba Diving Log Book and DiveLine. 5. List of pictures recorded. 6. Map that displays the Scuba Diving LogBook. ■List of items that can be recorded 1. Base Info ・Date ・Area ・Point ・Type ・Location Information 2. Dive Data ・Entry ・Exit ・DiveTime(Auto calculation) ・Enyry Air ・Exit Air ・Consume(Auto calculation) ・Average Depth ・Max Depth 3. Weather Data ・Weather ・Temperature ・Water Temperature ・Visibility ・Wave ・Current ・Swell ・Wind Direction ・Wind 4. Equipment Data ・Suit ・Suit Thickness ・Tank ・Gus Type *need add-on. ・Weight 5. Buddy Data ・Leader ・Buddy ・Instructor 6. Record of activity in the water "DiveLine" ・Entry/Exit Time ・Note ・Photo 7. Other ・Instructor Sign ・Handwritten Notes ・Free Memo *need add-on. ■How to Create Scuba Diving LogBook 1. Create Scuba Diving LogBook If you want to create a new LogBook, please press the "New LogBook" button in Home Screen. 2. Create Scuba Diving LogBook with location information. If you want to create a new Log Book with location information, please press the "New LogBook with GPS" button in Home Screen. if you create a new Log Book in this way in the beach or on the boat before entry, it saves you from having to manually set the location information at a later time.

About

Currents

Log dives quickly, discover new sites, and manage your certifications. Track dive trends, sync wirelessly with compatible dive computers, and access essential dive tools. Plan your next adventure with ease.

Highlights
  • Simplified dive logging
  • Import dive computer data
  • Dive site and shop discovery
  • Digital certification storage
  • Dive trend tracking
  • Wireless dive computer sync
  • Dive tools and calculators
Features
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Effortless Dive Logging for Passionate Divers Designed for divers who go below the surface more than 10 times a year, from weekend quarry dives to deep trips in the Maldives. Log faster, plan smarter, and keep your dive details and training ready wherever you dive. 1. Simplified Dive Logging - Log a dive in under 30 seconds by entering depth, site, and dive partners. - Import dive files in UDDF, Subsurface XML, or FIT format from your dive computer software or other logging apps. - Back up your logs with UDDF export, a universal format supported by most dive-logging software. 2. Reliable Dive Site and Shop Discovery - Explore 10,000+ dive sites. - Find dives by type, entry point, and skill level. 3. Save Your Favorites - Bookmark must-visit sites like Silfra Fissure and the dive shops divers trust, so your next trip takes less time to plan. 4. Real Reviews from Real Divers - Rate sites and dive shops, leave reviews, and read what other divers say, from Cozumel to local favorites. 5. Streamline Your Dive Management - Keep certifications accessible: store your PADI, SSI, or NAUI cards digitally for offline access, even on remote liveaboard trips. - Track your trends: review maximum depth, SAC rate, and dive counts over 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, or all time. - See your stats at a glance: add the No-Fly and Dive Stats widgets to your Home or Lock Screen, no need to open the app. Upgrade to Pro for more - Wireless dive computer sync: Shearwater, ScubaPro, Suunto, and 15+ other dive computers. No cables, no manual typing. Check compatibility at trycurrents.app/compatibility. - Live sync progress: watch dive computer downloads update live on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. - Comprehensive dive logs exports: Export in CSV and PDF. - Gear kits and service history: Track each piece of gear, create kits, and get reminders for upcoming servicing. - Dive tools: Nitrox MOD Calculator, Nitrox Best Mix Calculator, Weight Calculator, and Unit Conversion, based on your dive logs and established formulas. Learn more: Terms of Service: https://www.trycurrents.app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.trycurrents.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Diving Log4 screens
Currents4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Currents at none against Diving Log's shown. Currents also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.2 vs 4.0). Diving Log's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.1). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Diving Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Currents sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Currents holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Diving Log's written reviews are positive against 60% of Currents's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Diving Log ships an update every 2 months, Currents every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Diving Log versus Currents: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDiving LogCurrents
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings)4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.5% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB210 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAIKI HIRATALatisha Besariani Hendra

Customer experience

Diving Log

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive54.5%
Neutral13.6%
Negative31.8%

Currents

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Diving Log

One-time1
  • Additional Function (Old Ad Hide)$4.99
3 purchases

Currents

Subscriptions2
  • DiverPlus PRO Monthly$2.991 Month
  • DiverPlus PRO Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is Diving Log free?
Diving Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Currents free?
Currents is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Diving Log or Currents?
Currents is rated higher. Diving Log averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Currents averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Diving Log or Currents have ads?
Diving Log shows ads; Currents does not.
Which is updated more often, Diving Log or Currents?
Diving Log ships an update every 2 months, and Currents every 3 days. Most recently, Diving Log was updated on October 11, 2026 and Currents on October 30, 2026.

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