Best Boating Rules Apps

Nautical Rules

Master the Rules of the Road

Free

Master USCG Navigation Rules with a comprehensive question bank and smart study features. Track your progress, practice for exams, and study offline to navigate with confidence.

COLREGS: Rules of the Road

Master Navigation Rules Fast

$4.99

Master navigation rules for licensing exams with this comprehensive study app. It features spaced repetition, exam-quality questions, and reference diagrams. Study International and Inland Rules, Lights, Shapes, and Sounds for confident exam preparation.

Boat-Ed+

Fast, Official Boater Ed

Free

Learn boating safety through interactive simulations and a virtual instructor. Earn your official, lifetime boater safety certification recognized nationwide. Optimized for touch devices and available offline.

Navigation Rules Pro

Boating Regs and References

$4.99

This app provides comprehensive boating regulations and reference materials, including international and inland navigation rules, sound and light signals, and communication information. It features quick references, calculators, and unit conversions for boaters.

Boat Trader: Boats for Sale

Buy & Sell New & Used Boats

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.

Navigation Rules

Boating Regulations

$3.99

Access the complete International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) and Inland Navigation Rules. This app provides a searchable, annotated version of boating regulations, ideal for quick reference and sharing information.

Rules of Sailing Tips 2.0

Right of Way Rules for Sailors

Free

Learn essential sailing rules for right-of-way with animated video clips and printable comments. Master tacking, port, and starboard rules to avoid collisions and gain a tactical advantage on the water. Designed for both novice and experienced sailors.

Boat Daddy: Fishing & Boating

Spots, marine weather & tides

Free

Connect with fellow boat enthusiasts, discover and create water-based events, and assemble your ideal crew for various activities. Explore new boating communities and plan trips with ease.

Freedom Boat Club

Easy boating is a tap away.

Free

Easily manage your boat reservations and explore the fleet. This app allows members to book trips, customize searches, and manage their accounts with intuitive controls. Discover new boating adventures and enjoy seamless access to premium vessels.

ColRegs: Rules of the Road

Essential for all seafarers

$3.99

This app provides essential knowledge for seafarers to understand navigation rules and prevent collisions. It features clear illustrations and easy navigation for quick reference, with a test yourself section to check understanding.

Southern Boating Magazine

by Southern Boating & Yachting, Inc.

Free

Discover the ultimate boating lifestyle with in-depth content covering boat reviews, cruising destinations, marine products, and DIY projects. Explore the latest in electronics, gear, and onboard recipes for enthusiasts.

Boating Magazine

by Zinio International S.L.

Free

This app brings New Zealand's premier marine magazine to your mobile device. It features content on trailerboats, yachts, and launches, including practical advice, cruising stories, racing coverage, and maritime news. Enjoy the latest issues and maritime innovation on the go.