Best Cargo Ship Tracking Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 247+ cargo ship tracking apps on iOS, 20 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 Cargo Ship Tracking Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Marine Traffic & Ship TrackerMarine Traffic & Ship TrackerFree4.3★ (291)NoYesOct 2026
2Boat Watch - Ship TrackingBoat Watch - Ship TrackingFree4.6★ (3.9K)NoYesNov 2026
3VesselFlow: Live Ship TrackerVesselFlow: Live Ship TrackerFree4.3★ (18)NoYesNov 2026
4MyShipTrackingMyShipTrackingFree4.4★ (4.5K)NoYesNov 2026
5FindTEU - Container TrackingFindTEU - Container TrackingFree——NoSep 2026
6ShipAtlas - Ship TrackerShipAtlas - Ship TrackerFree4.6★ (260)NoYesOct 2026
7Live Ship Tracker: AIS RadarLive Ship Tracker: AIS RadarFree—YesYesOct 2026
8My Ship Tracker & FinderMy Ship Tracker & FinderFree3.8★ (45)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Cargo Ship Tracking

Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker#1

Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker by sofia fernandez

Boat, Cruise & Vessel Finder
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.3(291 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

Boat Watch - Ship Tracking#2

Boat Watch - Ship Tracking by Pocket Mariner Ltd.

Ferry, cargo & cruise ships
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.6😐(3.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent for ship tracking
  • 📍 Accurate ship location information
  • 🗺️ Useful NOAA chart overlay
  • 👍 Great app for enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent ship detection
  • 💰 Excessive in-app purchases
  • 🔍 Limited search functionality
  • 🕰️ Outdated ship position data
VesselFlow: Live Ship Tracker#3

VesselFlow: Live Ship Tracker by Stephen Fung

Vessel traffic, boats & AIS
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.3(18 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore a live, global map of marine traffic in real time. Track various vessel types, view their details, and search for specific ships. Offers optional upgrades for in-depth vessel specifications and voyage information.

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FAQ about Cargo Ship Tracking

What are the best cargo ship tracking apps for iPhone?
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker tops our cargo ship tracking apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 291 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top cargo ship tracking apps we rank are free to download, including Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker and Boat Watch - Ship Tracking.
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 247+ cargo ship tracking apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.