Comparison

Seapilot vs Raymarine

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

Head to head
About

Seapilot

Navigate like a professional with this marine navigation app. It offers vectorized chart data, AIS, and weather forecasts, bringing merchant shipping technology to your mobile device. Plan trips, track your vessel, and access advanced navigation tools.

Highlights
  • Vectorized S-57 chart data
  • Automatic Identification System (AIS)
  • Built-in weather forecasts
  • Positioning and background positioning via GPS
  • Man Overboard function
  • Premium features like Weather Routing
Features
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Professional marine navigation used to require an expensive GPS plotter. Now, same technology used in merchant shipping is available for the iPad and iPhone.  Seapilot lets you navigate like a pro with vectorized S-57 chart data from National Maritime Administrations. This is the first navigation app to feature Automatic Identification System (AIS) and built in weather forecasts, when within a mobile network. Charts and features available as In-App Purchase. Use it to navigate, to plan tomorrow’s boat trip or reminisce about yesterday’s. (PS. Even works in your sofa at home.) Seapilot features: • Free trial period of included functionallity • Professional navigation based on merchant shipping standards for ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) • S-57 chart data (In-App Purchase) and AIS data from National Maritime Administrations  • Developed by True Heading, leaders in marine navigation and communication at sea, with cutting-edge AIS and VHF know-how Functions: Δ Positioning and background positioning via GPS  (Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life) Δ Visualization of S-57 chart data from National Maritime Administrations  Δ Autonomous navigation - charts (In-App-purchase) downloaded to the device  Δ Option of tracking your own boat on the chart Δ Displays position, course and speed Δ Adjustable own speed and course vector  Δ Man Overboard function Δ Display settings for day, dawn/dusk and night Δ Past track Δ Plotting/marking objects Δ Electronic bearing and range marker from own vessel Δ True Motion and adjustable North Up / Head Up chart orientation Δ Chart object search Δ AIS target search Δ Setting of safety contour (2, 3, 6, 10 and 15 meters) Δ World chart for rough overview/orientation Δ Facebook integration; share position with friends or all users, list friends, show friends or all users on chart, post on was Premium: Δ Routes Δ Weather Routing Δ Weather Forecast, High quality 5-day Coastal Weather Forecasts. Δ AIS data from National Maritime Administrations via Internet (3G or WLAN)  Δ Course and speed vector for AIS targets Δ NMEA-0183 interface for connecting external GPS/AIS via WIFI Δ Import/Export to GPX-file == Auto-renewable subscriptions in Seapilot == • Seapilot Premium, Annual Subscription: $39.99 • Swedish Charts with automatic updates, Annual Subscription: $8.99 Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period Privacy Policy https://seapilot.com/privacy End User License Agreement https://seapilot.com/eula/ ==== Requirements: iOS 7.0 or later, iPad or iPhone with GPS. (External GPS unit can be used for other models.) Based on 140 years of experience, Seapilot has been developed by True Heading (www.trueheading.se/us) – experts at AIS, VHF, marine navigation and communication at sea.  • True Heading is a leader in AIS products with over 40 years of navigation experience. – An authority on professional navigation. Contact: Your input is essential in helping us further develop Seapilot. Feel free to contact us at info@seapilot.com. For the latest info, like Seapilot on www.facebook.com/seapilot.se

About

Raymarine

This app connects to Raymarine marine electronics, allowing remote control and monitoring of radar, sonar, and chartplotters. Manage charts and stream data from compatible devices for a connected boating experience.

Highlights
  • View and control radar, sonar, and chartplotter
  • Remote boat monitoring
  • Manage LightHouse Charts
  • Stream and control legacy chartplotters
  • Connect with YachtSense Link router
Features
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The Raymarine App is the official digital companion for Raymarine chartplotters and connected boating. Use the Raymarine App to view and control radar, sonar, and chartplotter from your Axiom chartplotter display. Connect and monitor your boat remotely with the Raymarine YachtSense Link mobile router and manage your Raymarine LightHouse Charts right from your mobile device. The Raymarine mobile app also allows streaming and control of Raymarine legacy eS and gS Series chartplotter displays. Please note that Element chartplotter displays are not compatible with the screen mirroring feature. - We no longer support Raymarine eS and gS series chart plotters. Please ensure you're using a compatible device for the best experience. Terms of Use (EULA ) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Seapilot2 screens
Raymarine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Seapilot at 2.9 against Raymarine's 1.5. Seapilot also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 12%) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Seapilot sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year and Raymarine sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Seapilot holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 1.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Seapilot's written reviews are positive against 12% of Raymarine's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Seapilot ships an update every 3 months, Raymarine every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Seapilot versus Raymarine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSeapilotRaymarine
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (15 ratings) — better1.5 (17 ratings)
Positive reviews38.1% of reviews — better12.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1517 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.3 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB195 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeapilotRaymarine UK Limited

Customer experience

Seapilot

All ratings15 ratings
Positive46.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative46.7%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive38.1%
Neutral9.5%
Negative52.4%

Raymarine

All ratings17 ratings
Positive5.9%
Neutral5.9%
Negative88.2%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive12.2%
Neutral1.4%
Negative86.5%

Bugs and requests

Seapilot

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Raymarine

Reported bugs

48 issues
  • Connection lost message
  • App closes immediately
  • Fails to connect reliably
  • Crashing frequently
  • Disconnects and drops Wi-Fi
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  • Poor connectivity
  • Bad resolution
  • Laggy performance
  • Crashes every time
  • Connects but no function
  • Needs internet to connect
  • Login server issues
  • Owner login fails
  • Pop-up never goes away
  • Screen rotation not working
  • Unstable connection
  • Grainy display
  • Ignores screen rotation
  • Constantly loses connection
  • Tiny text
  • Screen displayed sideways
  • Drops often
  • Cannot log in on iPhone
  • No alerts sent
  • SMS alerts not working
  • Support nonexistent
  • Wi-Fi dropping out
  • Cannot set up account
  • Chart download issues
  • Password incorrect message
  • App does not recognize Wi-Fi
  • Cannot set up boat
  • Password not recognized
  • Invalid login message
  • Doesn't work with Element series
  • Cannot interact with autopilot
  • App sees connection but no access
  • Frequently locks up
  • Slow reaction speed
  • Only read rights message
  • Password symbol issues
  • Account creation difficult
  • Fix pinch to zoom
  • Cannot create account
  • Data not in correct format
  • App does not recognize Wi-Fi connection
  • Login issues
  • Doesn't work with A series plotters

Requested features

22 requests
  • Improve resolution
  • Simplify connection process
  • Improve user-friendliness
  • Allow screen rotation
  • Add dark mode
Show 17 more
  • Fix pinch to zoom
  • Enable SMS alerts
  • Improve alert priority settings
  • Integrate with onboard network
  • Improve chart download process
  • Fix password symbol issues
  • Allow chart updates via app
  • Add demo mode
  • Improve UI/UX
  • Add pull-out sidebar
  • Remove redundant close bar
  • Improve screen real estate usage
  • Improve graphics
  • Make updates easier
  • Support Element series mirroring
  • Fix login issues
  • Support A series plotters

In-app purchases

18 purchases

Seapilot

Subscriptions14
  • Swedish charts with automatic updates$8.991 Year
  • East Canadian charts$14.491 Year
  • West Canadian$14.491 Year
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  • Spanish charts with automatic updates$17.491 Year
  • Finnish charts$19.491 Year
  • Dutch charts$19.491 Year
  • Irish charts$19.491 Year
  • British charts$19.491 Year
  • German charts$23.491 Year
  • Croatian charts with automatic updates$26.491 Year
  • Portuguese charts with automatic updates$26.491 Year
  • Greek charts with automatic updates$34.991 Year
  • Premium$39.991 Year
  • French charts$50.991 Year
One-time4
  • US EastFree
  • US WestFree
  • US-Great Lakes. One year subscription.$11.99
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  • US-West. One year subscription.$13.99
6 purchases

Raymarine

Subscriptions6
  • One Boat Monthly6 Months trial$19.991 Month
  • Two Boats Monthly6 Months trial$37.991 Month
  • One Boat Six Monthly6 Months trial$109.996 Months
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  • One Boat Yearly6 Months trial$199.991 Year
  • Two Boats 6 Months6 Months trial$209.996 Months
  • Two Boats 1 Year6 Months trial$399.991 Year

Questions

Is Seapilot free?
Seapilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Raymarine free?
Raymarine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Seapilot or Raymarine?
Seapilot is rated higher. Seapilot averages 2.9 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Raymarine averages 1.5 from 17 ratings.
Do Seapilot or Raymarine have ads?
Neither Seapilot nor Raymarine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Seapilot or Raymarine?
Seapilot ships an update every 3 months, and Raymarine every 4 months. Most recently, Seapilot was updated on October 15, 2026 and Raymarine on October 17, 2026.

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