Comparison

Tide Charts vs Tide Link

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

Head to head
About

Tide Charts

Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

Highlights
  • Worldwide tidal estimates
  • Lunar data
  • Weather forecast
  • Current radar
  • Offline predictions
  • Favorite station management
  • Apple Watch support
Features
Currently charting
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Finally a beautiful and simple way to view tides on your mobile device! In addition to worldwide tidal estimates at tide stations, you can see the lunar data, weather forecast, and current radar making your next outdoor adventure as easy to plan as possible. By default, the application will pick the closest tide station to you, but picking a different tide or weather station is as easy as viewing a map of your current location. You can also setup and quickly switch between many stored favorite stations if you need to. No internet access while outdoors? No problem. This app has been designed to give you tidal and lunar predictions without internet access! Tides at a glance • A clear chart of the whole day, with the current height marked and daylight hours shaded (lunar rise and set is the small gray bar on the bottom) • The times and heights of every high and low tide • Swipe left or right to move through the days, or pick a date on the calendar • Swipe down to see sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset and the phase of the moon • Subscribe for tide alerts that notify you before a chosen high or low tide • Home Screen widgets with today's tides and the next tide Worldwide Tidal Stations • Nearly 8,000 stations, from the coasts of the United States and Canada to Europe, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South America and the Pacific islands • Find the nearest station with one tap, search by name, or browse the map, with satellite imagery when you want it • Keep your favorites one tap away Adjustable Height to Match Your Local Tide Table • Heights use the datum your local charts and tables use: MLLW in the United States, chart datum in Canada, Japan and Korea, LAT in Europe and Australia, MLWS in Peru and Ecuador (or you can choose your own from Mean Sea Level, MLLW, MLW, MLWS or LAT) Weather and Radar • Weather forecast is included for the station's location, with wind, temp, precipitation, and the day's high and low • Animated rain radar with a scrubber, so you can see what is coming Apple Watch • A full-screen tide chart on Apple Watch: turn the Digital Crown to step through highs, lows, sunrise, sunset and moon times, or drag to scrub through the next 30 days • Complications for every watch face, from a tide gauge to a chart of the next 24 hours, in the color you choose • Your favorite and nearby stations, with the current height and the next tide Tides is free with ads, however we do offer a one-time purchase to remove them if you would rather a clean distraction free experience.

About

Tide Link

Features
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【tide street(Tide Connect)】is a professional-grade maritime safety and tide tracking application designed for mariners and coastal enthusiasts who require accurate and reliable ocean data. **Real-Time Water Level Monitoring** Access precise tide data with continuous live updates. The application displays current water levels, comprehensive tide tables, and predictive forecasts to help you plan maritime activities with confidence and safety. **Offshore Safety Planning** Comprehensive safety tools support your journey planning needs. The app provides hazard alerts, navigation route suggestions, and emergency contact information for coastal areas you traverse. **Smart Discovery Insights** Explore new maritime destinations through intelligent recommendations. The application analyzes local tide patterns, weather conditions, and user-contributed insights to suggest optimal fishing spots, anchorages, and coastal landmarks worth visiting. **Historical Data Analysis** Review comprehensive tide records and patterns across time. Historical data helps users understand seasonal variations and make informed decisions about future maritime activities. **Offline Data Access** Download tide information for offline use. Essential data including charts and schedules can be accessed without an internet connection, ensuring functionality in areas with limited connectivity. 【tide street(Tide Connect)】delivers professional-grade maritime data to support safe and informed navigation for both recreational and commercial users. Premium Account Pricing and Terms $ 4.99/week* $ 39.99/year* *Prices shown are in U.S. dollars; actual charges may be converted to your local currency. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the renewal cost will be provided. Subscriptions can be managed by the user. Turning off auto-renewal may be done by going to your account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current subscription is not allowed during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://clqcn.xyz/chaoxitong/privacy.html

Screenshots

Tide Charts4 screens
Tide Link3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tide Link at none against Tide Charts's shown. Tide Charts's advantage is chart position (#33 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Tide Charts sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tide Link sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Tide Charts versus Tide Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTide ChartsTide Link
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (115K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings115K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#33 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer7th GearSMJ Jewellery (HK) Limited

Bugs and requests

Tide Charts

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Tide data off by several hours
  • Tide graph not displaying correctly
  • App crashing on ad dismissal
  • Apple Watch complications freezing

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to set custom locations
  • Improved accuracy and data sources
  • Option to purchase ad-free version
  • Landscape mode support
  • More detailed tide height information

Tide Link

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tide Charts

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
2 purchases

Tide Link

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Tide Charts free?
Tide Charts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tide Link free?
Tide Link is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tide Charts or Tide Link have ads?
Tide Charts shows ads; Tide Link does not.

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