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Best Ais Trackers Apps

229+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Looking for free ais trackers apps? 19 of our 229+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Ais Trackers

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking#1

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking by MARINETRAFFIC APPLICATIONS LTD

World's #1 ship tracking app!
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(65K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#24in 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  • 🕰️ Delayed or outdated ship positions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
AIS Explorer#2

AIS Explorer by PredictWind Limited

Find & Follow Vessels via AIS
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
5.0(2 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Track ships and yachts globally in real-time with advanced satellite and terrestrial AIS receivers. Offers vessel search, favorites, port of call details, and integrated weather forecasts with routing for ETAs. Provides comprehensive satellite AIS data.

Ship Finder Lite#3

Ship Finder Lite by pinkfroot limited

Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.3😞(3K 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 Trackers apps to explore

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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
5
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
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Boat, Cruise & Vessel Finder
Free

Track ships and ports globally with detailed information on their position, location, and coordinates. Stay updated with shipping news and access extensive marine data. Offers subscriptions for enhanced features.

Track ship positions and locationsView port detailsDetermine current location coordinates
🔧 Utilities
(278)
free with in-app purchases
7
Live Ship Tracker: AIS Radar
Live Ship Tracker: AIS Radar
Live Ship Tracker: AIS Radar
Ships, Cargo & Marine Traffic
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
8
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
Live AIS ship tracking
Free

Track ships and port traffic in real time with live AIS data. Monitor vessel movements, explore ports, and create sea routes. Access maritime weather forecasts and receive notifications for arrivals and departures.

Worldwide live AIS ship trackingVessel search by name, IMO, or MMSIView ship's last and next port
📊 Productivity
(244)
freemium
9
Ship Finder
Ship Finder
Ship Finder
Live Marine & Vessel tracking
$4.99

Track live moving ships on a worldwide map with an intuitive interface and high performance. View vessel details, search, filter, and even use Augmented Reality to identify ships. Ideal for shipping enthusiasts, cruisers, and professionals.

Live worldwide ship trackingAugmented Reality (AR) viewDetailed vessel information
🗺️ Navigation
(3.8K)
free
10
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
(3.7K)
free with in-app purchases
11
CUBE Tracker
CUBE Tracker
CUBE Tracker
by Cube Tracker LLC
Free

Locate everyday items, vehicles, pets, and more with small trackers and an intuitive app. View location history, set boundaries, and share tracker access with others. Find lost items by pinging them or use your tracker to locate your phone.

Nationwide GPS trackingBluetooth item findingLocation history and routes
📊 Productivity
(6.3K)
ad-supported
12
FindShip - Track vessels
FindShip - Track vessels
FindShip - Track vessels
AIS Ship Tracking
Free

Track any vessel's movements in real-time on a global map. Access detailed ship information, view historical data, and manage your fleet. Includes tools for ETA calculation and access to over 1000 NOAA charts.

Real-time vessel trackingShip history trackingDetailed ship particulars (AIS, tonnage, owner)
🗺️ Navigation
(993)
free with in-app purchases
13
Ship Tracker: AIS Map
Ship Tracker: AIS Map
Ship Tracker: AIS Map
Vessel Tracking & Ports
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
14
Voyage Radar: AIS Ship Tracker
Voyage Radar: AIS Ship Tracker
Voyage Radar: AIS Ship Tracker
Live Ship Tracking & Port Info
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
15
SkunkTracker
SkunkTracker
SkunkTracker
AIS monitoring and mapping
Free

This app provides live, updating maps of ships and boats using AIS data. It connects to your AIS receivers or public network feeds to display vessel locations. Requires an AIS radio or access to an AIS data feed to function.

Live AIS data displayMap visualization of vesselsSupports WiFi AIS receivers
🗺️ Navigation
(6)
free
16
Ship Tracker Marine Finder Ais
Ship Tracker Marine Finder Ais
Ship Tracker Marine Finder Ais
Boat Traffic Information Tool
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
by ASTRA PAGING LTD
Free

Track ships and monitor maritime traffic globally in real-time. Access detailed vessel information, movement history, and predicted routes. Ideal for maritime professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Real-time vessel trackingVessel movement historyPredicted routes and ETAs
🗺️ Navigation
(132)
free with in-app purchases
18
MarineRadar・Vessel Finder
MarineRadar・Vessel Finder
MarineRadar・Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Tracker & Info
Free

Track ships, containers, and yachts in real-time worldwide. Access detailed vessel information, port activity, and route history. Customize alerts and monitor fleets with extensive AIS coverage.

Real-time ship, container, and yacht trackingExtensive AIS network coverageDetailed vessel information and ETA
✈️ Travel
(197)
free with in-app purchases
19
Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS
Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS
Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS
Boat Alerts & MarineTraffic
Free
$9.99 | 100% OFF

Track ships worldwide in real-time with detailed maritime data. Access a powerful marine map with weather overlays, search for specific vessels, and build a personalized fleet. Designed for both enthusiasts and professionals.

Real-time vessel trackingSearch ships by name, MMSI, or IMODetailed ship information and photos
🗺️ Navigation
(4)
free with in-app purchases
20
Flight Tracker +
Flight Tracker +
Flight Tracker +
Plane Delay Aware & Radar 24
Free

Track flights globally in real-time with live radar, delay predictions, and instant alerts. Get comprehensive flight status, airport insights, and aircraft data all in one place to travel smarter.

Live flight tracking with radarReal-time flight status updatesDelay predictions and alerts
✈️ Travel
(288K)
free with in-app purchases