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Best Ais Boat Tracker Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 249+ ais boat tracker apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Ais Boat Tracker Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MarineTraffic - Ship TrackingMarineTraffic - Ship TrackingFree4.7★ (65K)NoYesAug 2026
2Ship Finder LiteShip Finder LiteFree4.3★ (3.2K)NoNoAug 2026
3Ship Tracker - Live RadarShip Tracker - Live RadarFree—NoYesJul 2026
4Ship TrackerShip TrackerFree4.6★ (1.7K)YesYesAug 2026
5Boat Watch - Ship TrackingBoat Watch - Ship TrackingFree4.6★ (3.8K)NoYesAug 2026
6MyShipTrackingMyShipTrackingFree4.4★ (4.5K)NoYesAug 2026
7BoatNerdBoatNerdFree5.0★ (4)NoNoAug 2026
8Ship Radar LiveShip Radar LiveFree——NoAug 2026

Top Picks for Ais Boat Tracker

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking#1

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking by MarineTraffic Applications LTD

#1 Vessel Tracking App!
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(65K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#23in Travel
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Track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. View ship positions, movements, and voyage history with detailed vessel information and enhanced weather monitoring. Unlock advanced features for deeper visibility and extended coverage with a Pro plan.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate location tracking
  • 👍 Useful for maritime enthusiasts
  • 🔍 Provides detailed ship information
  • 🌍 Good worldwide coverage

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Paywall for many features
  • 🕰️ Delayed or outdated ship positions
  • 🤔 Confusing interface and navigation
Ship Finder Lite#2

Ship Finder Lite by pinkfroot limited

Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.3😞(3.2K ratings)
Free
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Track live moving ships on a global map with near real-time AIS data. Identify vessels using your device camera with Augmented Reality view. See ship details like name, type, and destination with color-coded icons for easy identification.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Tracks marine traffic
  • 🔍 Identifies ships and boats
  • 🗺️ Provides map-based visualization
  • 🔍 Useful for hobbyists and enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
  • 💰 Paywall for key features
  • 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups

More Ais Boat Tracker apps to explore

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Ship Tracker
Ship Tracker
Ship Tracker
Live Marine Tracker
Free

Track ships live on the ocean, view their routes, destinations, and arrival times. Access detailed port information and manage your own fleet. Ideal for maritime enthusiasts, professionals, and travelers.

Real-time vessel monitoringExpected arrivalsPort details
✈️ Travel
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Ferry, cargo & cruise ships
Free

Track ships and boats globally in real-time. Identify vessels, view their details, and receive alerts for arrivals and departures. Explore nautical charts and use augmented reality for an enhanced viewing experience.

Real-time AIS ship trackingVessel identification and detailsFavorite boat tracking
✈️ Travel
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases
6
MyShipTracking
MyShipTracking
MyShipTracking
Vessel Tracking App
Free

Monitor global maritime traffic using real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. Access detailed vessel information, port data, and weather overlays. Manage your fleet and receive alerts for movements within custom areas.

Real-time ship trackingExtensive vessel databasePort database and calls
🗺️ Navigation
(4.5K)
free with in-app purchases
7
BoatNerd
BoatNerd
BoatNerd
Great Lakes Ship Tracker
Free

Track live vessel traffic on the Great Lakes and beyond with real-time AIS data. View ship positions, speed, destination, and detailed profiles. Ideal for enthusiasts, photographers, and maritime professionals.

Live AIS vessel trackingInteractive mapsReal-time vessel data
🗺️ Navigation
(4)
free
8
Ship Radar Live
Ship Radar Live
Ship Radar Live
by Sherry Walter
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
9
Voyage Radar: AIS Ship Tracker
Voyage Radar: AIS Ship Tracker
Voyage Radar: AIS Ship Tracker
Live Ship Tracking & Port Info
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
10
Vessel Tracker : Marine Raddar
Vessel Tracker : Marine Raddar
Vessel Tracker : Marine Raddar
Live Marine Vessel Positions
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
11
SeaWarden
SeaWarden
SeaWarden
by Intelligent Devices Apps Limited
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
12
VirCru: Boat Monitoring
VirCru: Boat Monitoring
VirCru: Boat Monitoring
Marine Security and Control
Free

Monitor and control your boat remotely with this app and its suite of sensors. Get peace of mind for various boat types, from sailing boats to houseboats, by checking on your vessel from your phone.

Remote boat monitoringBoat control capabilitiesSmart sensors and devices
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
13
Ship Tracker Marine Finder Ais
Ship Tracker Marine Finder Ais
Ship Tracker Marine Finder Ais
Boat Traffic Information Tool
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
Ship Tracker — Ship Radar
Ship Tracker — Ship Radar
Ship Tracker — Ship Radar
Ship tracking made simple!
Free

Easily locate and track ships worldwide with live marine traffic data. View detailed vessel information, explore port maps, and access 7-day weather forecasts for passage planning. Includes a compass to help spot nearby vessels.

Live ship trackingDetailed vessel informationPort maps
🗺️ Navigation
(11)
ad-supported
15
Vessel Finder - Ship Position
Vessel Finder - Ship Position
Vessel Finder - Ship Position
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
16
AIS Radar
AIS Radar
AIS Radar
View AIS information
$6.99

View Automatic Identification System (AIS) data from marine transponders or public internet feeds. Displays target information, calculates closest point of approach, and offers customizable radar views. Requires an AIS device or adapter for WiFi connectivity.

Radar PPI-like display of AIS targetsCalculates CPA and TCPACPA/TCPA warning system
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
paid
17
VesselFlow: Live Ship Tracker
VesselFlow: Live Ship Tracker
VesselFlow: Live Ship Tracker
Marine traffic, boats & AIS
Free

Explore a live map of global marine traffic in real-time. Track cargo ships, ferries, yachts, and more, viewing their current position, speed, and destination. Enhance your experience with detailed vessel specifications and voyage information through an optional subscription.

Real-time ship positionsGlobal marine traffic mapDetailed vessel information
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
free with in-app purchases
18
CONNECT-AIS
CONNECT-AIS
CONNECT-AIS
by SRT Marine Systems plc
Free

This app wirelessly connects to your em-trak AIS transceiver, allowing you to program, configure, and monitor its health. It helps optimize antenna performance and stream data to multiple navigation devices simultaneously.

Wireless connection to AIS transceiverProgram and configure transceiverMonitor transceiver health and performance
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
19
Boat TRACK
Boat TRACK
Boat TRACK
Configura tu Sistema BoatTRACK
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
YachtAlert
YachtAlert
YachtAlert
Remote Ship Monitoring
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Ais Boat Tracker

What are the best ais boat tracker apps for iPhone?
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking tops our ais boat tracker apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 65K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top ais boat tracker apps we rank are free to download, including MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking and Ship Finder Lite.
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ ais boat tracker apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides a way to track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. It allows users to view ship positions, movements, voyage history, and detailed vessel information. It also includes enhanced maps with close weather monitoring.
Key features include live vessel tracking, viewing ship positions and movements, accessing voyage history, detailed vessel information like type and destination, and enhanced maps with weather monitoring. Users can also build and monitor their chosen fleets.