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Best Boating Radar Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Looking for free boating radar apps? 19 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Boating Radar Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MarineTraffic - Ship TrackingMarineTraffic - Ship TrackingFree4.7★ (65K)NoYesAug 2026
2Ship TrackerShip TrackerFree4.6★ (1.7K)YesYesAug 2026
3MyShipTrackingMyShipTrackingFree4.4★ (4.5K)NoYesAug 2026
4Boat Watch - Ship TrackingBoat Watch - Ship TrackingFree4.6★ (3.8K)NoYesAug 2026
5Ship Finder LiteShip Finder LiteFree4.3★ (3.2K)NoNoAug 2026
6Ship Tracker — Ship RadarShip Tracker — Ship RadarFree3.5★ (11)YesNoAug 2026
7MarineRadar・Vessel FinderMarineRadar・Vessel FinderFree4.6★ (219)YesYesAug 2026
8BoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesBoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesFree4.8★ (58K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Boating Radar

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
#22in 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  • 🕰️ Delayed or outdated ship positions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 Tracker#2

Ship Tracker by Rocketech sp. z o.o.

Live Marine Tracker
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.6😞(1.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 🚀 Excellent tool
  • 👍 Accurate app
  • 👍 Helpful app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy app
  • 🐛 Outdated information
  • 🐛 Doesn't work properly
MyShipTracking#3

MyShipTracking by Nativity

Vessel Tracking App
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.4😞(4.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Real-time tracking
  • 🔍 Detailed ship information
  • 📍 Accurate location data
  • 💡 Useful for ship enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate or outdated ship positions
  • 📵 Lack of real-time updates
  • 🔍 Missing ship details

More Boating Radar apps to explore

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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
5
Ship Finder Lite
Ship Finder Lite
Ship Finder Lite
Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Free

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.

Live worldwide ship tracking mapAugmented Reality (AR) ship identificationView ship name, type, and destination
🗺️ Navigation
(3.2K)
free
6
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
7
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
(219)
free with in-app purchases
8
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories
☀️ Weather
(58K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Marine Radar
Marine Radar
Marine Radar
by 株式会社フルノソフテック
Free

View and control radar images from a compatible wireless radar sensor on your iOS device. This app aids in navigation by displaying radar data, but is not a substitute for fundamental navigation skills.

View radar images on iOS devicesControl radar imagesConnects to Furuno Wireless Radar Sensor DRS4W
🗺️ Navigation
(12)
free
10
Ship Tracker - Live Radar
Ship Tracker - Live Radar
Ship Tracker - Live Radar
Marine GPS, AIS & Traffic Map
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
11
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
(41)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
13
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
by AstraPaging 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
(183)
free with in-app purchases
14
Boat Tracking
Boat Tracking
Boat Tracking
Boat Tracking
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
15
Boat TRACK
Boat TRACK
Boat TRACK
Configura tu Sistema BoatTRACK
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
cycling radar app
cycling radar app
cycling radar app
radar app
Free

Enhance your cycling safety with real-time alerts for approaching vehicles. Receive visual, auditory, and vibration notifications when cars are within 140 meters, with color-coded indicators for immediate threat assessment.

Vehicle proximity alerts up to 140 metersColor-coded traffic status indicatorsTone and vibration notifications
💪 Health & Fitness
(2)
free
17
Intercept Radar
Intercept Radar
Intercept Radar
Live Military & Civil Radar
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
18
Sense 4BOAT
Sense 4BOAT
Sense 4BOAT
Maximum boat security
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Encyclopedia Radar
Encyclopedia Radar
Encyclopedia Radar
Explore Detection Systems
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
20
Boat Trader - Boats for Sale
Boat Trader - Boats for Sale
Boat Trader - Boats for Sale
Buy & Sell Boats in the US
Free

Discover new and used boats for sale across the U.S. with an extensive search marketplace. Filter by type, size, price, and more to find your ideal vessel. View detailed specs, photos, and easily contact sellers.

Extensive search filters and sortingView photos and detailed specsResearch boat types and models
🛍️ Shopping
(175K)
ad-supported

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FAQ about Boating Radar

What are the best boating radar apps for iPhone?
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking tops our boating radar apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 65K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top boating radar apps we rank are free to download, including MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking and Ship Tracker.
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 250+ boating radar apps on the iOS App Store as of July 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.