Comparison

Precision Trolling vs BoatSpeed

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

Head to head
About

Precision Trolling

This app provides anglers with precise lure depth data for effective trolling. It helps predict lure running depths, target fish accurately, and avoid snags. Easily find productive lure and lead length combinations to maximize your time in the strike zone.

Highlights
  • Predict lure running depths
  • Target fish at specific depths
  • Avoid costly snags
  • Duplicate productive lure combinations
  • Search for lures at similar depths
  • Data Wheels for feet down/back calculation
Features
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The fishing information contained in the popular publication Precision Trolling is a troller’s dream come true. Dubbed “the Troller’s Bible” by the tens of thousands of anglers who use this information to target fish at specific depths, Precision Trolling is just what the name implies. Precision Trolling is a method of fishing that allows anglers to accurately predict the running depths of their favorite lures and diving devices! By manipulating lead length anglers can easily “aim” their favorite fishing lures at specific depths, accurately target fish they are seeing on their sonar while avoiding costly snagged lures. Even better, once a productive lead length is determined, it’s easy to duplicate that lure and lead length combination with other lines, putting more lures in the strike zone! The Precision Trolling Data App goes a step further. Once an angler has determined that a particular lure and lead length are effective at catching fish, it’s easy to search for other lures in the list of Precision Trolling App that achieve similar depths. Once a productive depth is determined where fish are biting, it’s a logical step to try different lures at the same depth to determine which lure or lures fish react best to. The new Precision Trolling Data App allows anglers to access a wealth of trolling data. The familiar “Dive Curves” made popular in the Precision Trolling book are now incorporated into easy to use “pickers” or “wheels”. The Data Wheels let you adjust the “feet down” to determine the “feet back”. This is particularly useful if you want to target fish at a certain depth that you are seeing on your sonar unit. The Data Wheel also allows anglers to adjust the “feet back” to determine the “feet down” that the lure will dive. This a fast and effective way of zeroing in on a target depth with any of the lures or diving devices included in the Precision Trolling app. For more information on Precision Trolling and how to become a better troller click here: www.precisiontrollingdata.com Precision Trolling Data LLC owns a patent U.S. Patent No. 7,113,449 entitled “Marine Electronics With Lure Depth Analyzer” issued September 26, 2006 which prevents other companies/individuals from providing lure data on an electronic device. All of the data provided in or by this app is also copyrighted by Precision Trolling Data LLC. Privacy Policy: https://www.precisiontrollingdata.com/privacy-notice Terms Of service: https://www.precisiontrollingdata.com/end-user-license

About

BoatSpeed

This GPS speedometer app provides essential navigation data for water activities like sailing and cruising. It displays speed and course, allows track recording, and features a clear interface optimized for outdoor visibility. It works offline once GPS is active, offering a distraction-free experience.

Highlights
  • Speed Over Ground (SOG) in knots
  • Course Over Ground (COG) in degrees
  • Track recording and saving
  • Outdoor-optimized interface
  • Day and night modes
  • Offline GPS functionality
Features
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BoatSpeed is a simple and reliable GPS speedometer designed specifically for life on the water. Whether you’re sailing, cruising, or enjoying water sports, BoatSpeed gives you the essential navigation data you need at a glance. Key Features Displays Speed Over Ground (SOG) in knots. Shows Course Over Ground (COG) in degrees. Track Recording: capture your routes directly from the app and save them for later review or sharing. Clean, uncluttered interface optimized for outdoor visibility. Day and night modes for better readability in all conditions. Works offline once GPS is active – no internet connection required. Made for Boaters Unlike generic speedometer apps, BoatSpeed is built with sailors and boaters in mind. The large digits make it easy to read in bright sunlight, while the minimal design keeps your focus on the water instead of your phone. Why Choose BoatSpeed? No ads. No distractions. Just the data you need—accurate speed, heading, and now the ability to record your tracks—so you can enjoy a safer and more enjoyable time on the water. Download BoatSpeed today and turn your phone into a powerful boating companion.

Screenshots

Precision Trolling4 screens
BoatSpeed4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Precision Trolling at 4.5 against BoatSpeed's 4.0. Precision Trolling also leads on ratings volume (935 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). BoatSpeed's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, 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. Precision Trolling sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. BoatSpeed asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Precision Trolling holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Precision Trolling has 935 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 90% of Precision Trolling's written reviews are positive against 100% of BoatSpeed's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Precision Trolling ships an update every 6 weeks, BoatSpeed every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Precision Trolling versus BoatSpeed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrecision TrollingBoatSpeed
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (935 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews89.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings935 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPRECISION TROLLING DATA, LLCIgnacio Lacosta

Customer experience

Precision Trolling

All ratings917 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral4.7%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews268 reviews
Positive89.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative4.5%

BoatSpeed

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Precision Trolling

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Restore purchase not working
  • Duplicate data entries
  • Frequent crashes and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more lures and line/weight options
  • Improve app stability and responsiveness
  • Add visual dive curve graphs
  • Allow transfer of purchases between devices
  • Provide trolling speed data for lures

BoatSpeed

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Precision Trolling

One-time11
  • Flicker Shad 5$2.99
  • Deep Husky Jerk DHJ-12$2.99
  • Deep Diver Model 800$2.99
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  • Flicker Minnow 9$2.99
  • Flicker Minnow 7$2.99
  • Bandit Deep Walleye 5/8 oz$2.99
  • Smithwick Perfect 10 Rogue$2.99
  • Berkley Flicker Minnow 11$2.99
  • Snap Weight 2 oz.$2.99
  • Snap Weight 1 oz.$2.99
  • Lifetime Package$109.99
None

BoatSpeed

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Precision Trolling free?
Precision Trolling is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BoatSpeed free?
BoatSpeed is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Precision Trolling or BoatSpeed?
Precision Trolling is rated higher. Precision Trolling averages 4.5 out of 5 from 935 ratings, while BoatSpeed averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Precision Trolling or BoatSpeed have ads?
Neither Precision Trolling nor BoatSpeed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Precision Trolling or BoatSpeed?
Precision Trolling ships an update every 6 weeks, and BoatSpeed every 2 weeks. Most recently, Precision Trolling was updated on October 26, 2026 and BoatSpeed on October 26, 2026.

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