# Aqua Map Boating vs Ditch

The clearest difference is rating: Aqua Map Boating at 4.7 against Ditch's 3.9. Aqua Map Boating also leads on ratings volume (14K vs 22) and update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Aqua Map Boating sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Ditch sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Aqua Map Boating holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aqua Map Boating has 14K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 64% and 64% positive.

Aqua Map Boating ships an update every 6 days, Ditch monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aqua Map Boating | Ditch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aqua-map-boating/id919552329/reviews)** | [3.9 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ditch-boat-navigation/id1667064532/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **64.5% of reviews** | 64.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#78** | #189 |
| Size | 171 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GEC s.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/675562886) | [Extent Devices LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665685027) |

## What reviewers say

### Aqua Map Boating

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aqua-map-boating/id919552329)

**Currently charting:** #78 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app provides official, weekly updated nautical charts for marine navigation. It allows for offline map downloads, GPS track recording, and integration with onboard instruments. Enhance your boating safety and experience with advanced features like weather forecasts and AIS collision detection.

**Highlights:** Official NOAA nautical charts, Offline map downloads, GPS track recording, Tides and currents predictions, Anchor Alarm, NMEA instrument connectivity, AIS with collision detection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Florida - NOAA Nautical chart | $4.99 | per year |
| Alabama to Texas charts | $4.99 | per year |
| Cape Cod to Chesapeake Charts | $4.99 | per year |
| New England - Nautical charts | $4.99 | per year |
| Virginia to Georgia - Charts | $4.99 | per year |
| Midwest-Minnesota lake charts | $4.99 | per year |
| Michigan & Great Lakes chart | $4.99 | per year |
| US - Nautical & Lakes charts | $9.99 | per year |
| Canada - nautical charts | $9.99 | per year |
| US & Canada - nautical charts | $14.99 | per year |
| Caribbean South Nautical chart | $14.99 | per year |
| Bermuda - nautical charts | $14.99 | per year |
| Aqua Map Expert | $14.99 | per year |
| Aqua Map Master | $24.99 | per year |
| Bahamas - Explorer Charts | $49.99 | per year |
| US & Canada - Nautical chart | $49.99 | one-time |
| Bahamas - Explorer Chartbooks | $139.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent navigation tool
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 🗺️ Detailed and accurate charts
- 💡 Helpful features like AIS, weather, and fuel prices
- 🤝 Responsive and helpful customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with map downloads and disappearing charts
- 🔍 Lack of intuitive route planning functionality
- 🔍 Slow map loading and tracking issues in certain areas
- 💰 Subscription model with additional costs for map downloads

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent GPS tracking and positioning
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Improved route planning and optimization
- Offline map caching and seamless downloads
- Tidal and wind data overlays
- Sync capabilities across devices


### Ditch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ditch-boat-navigation/id1667064532)

**Currently charting:** #189 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Enhance your boating experience with intelligent routing and accurate arrival time predictions. Visualize historical vessel traffic and customize charts for a personalized view of waterways, ensuring safer and more confident journeys on the water.

**Highlights:** AI-powered smart routing, Accurate ETA predictions, Historical AIS data visualization, Customizable marine charts, Live navigation view, Up-to-date waterway information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ditch Student Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Ditch Annual iOS Subscription | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aqua Map Boating free?

Aqua Map Boating is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ditch free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Aqua Map Boating or Ditch?

Aqua Map Boating is rated higher. Aqua Map Boating averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Ditch averages 3.9 from 22 ratings.

### Do Aqua Map Boating or Ditch have ads?

Neither Aqua Map Boating nor Ditch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Aqua Map Boating or Ditch?

Aqua Map Boating ships an update every 6 days, and Ditch monthly. Most recently, Aqua Map Boating was updated on September 24, 2026 and Ditch on August 4, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Aqua Map Boating or Ditch?

Aqua Map Boating currently peaks at #78 in the App Store charts, and Ditch at #189. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*