Best Free Boat Navigation Apps

Simple GPS navigationCustomizable nautical chartsCommunity points of interest

Navigate waterways with detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts. Connect with a community of boaters to share points of interest and track friends on the water. Enjoy simplified GPS navigation tailored to your boat's draft.

(6K)

Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation

GPS, Nautical Charts, Boating

Clutter-free nautical chartsSmart route planning with weather and tide integrationReal-time GPS tracking

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation, integrating charts, weather, tides, and GPS tracking. It simplifies route planning and offers real-time safety data to ensure confident and enjoyable time on the water for various boating activities.

(7.7K)

Sailing & Boating Chartplotter

iNavX: Marine Navigation

Worldwide marine chart accessReal-time GPS plottingWaypoint and route management

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation tools, including worldwide chart coverage, weather forecasts, and AIS integration. It allows users to plan routes, track their position, and connect with onboard instruments for a complete boating experience.

(21K)

i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps

Lake Maps & Fishing Spots

Detailed vector marine chartsRoute planning and editingVoice-guided navigation

Navigate waterways with detailed marine charts and GPS. Features include route planning, voice-guided navigation, tide and current predictions, and track recording. Offers extensive map coverage for various regions and inland rivers.

(15K)

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic

Avoid traffic, police, hazards

Live traffic updatesReal-time safety alertsAccurate ETAs

Navigate your commute with real-time traffic updates and alerts from a community of drivers. Get accurate ETAs, avoid hazards, and find gas stations and parking. Integrates with your car's display for seamless use.

Friendly Waterway Navigation

Waterfront destinationsReal-time waterway reportsWake zone indicators

This marine navigation platform offers detailed waterway information for numerous global locations. Discover waterfront destinations, access real-time community reports on hazards and marine life, and utilize advanced navigation features for a safer and more informed boating experience.

PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation

(250)

free

by MiraTrex, Inc.

High-resolution NOAA nautical chartsOffline chart accessWaypoint and route creation

Navigate marine environments with detailed nautical charts and route planning. Track your location, find friends on the water, and share your trip details for safety. Offline chart access ensures reliable navigation even without an internet connection.

(8.5K)

Places, navigation & traffic

Google Maps

Real-time GPS navigationLive traffic dataPublic transport updates

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

(7.3M)

Boating Navigation GPS Offline

Navigation, Charts, Tides, Map

Live Boating Navigation Map

Real-time vessel and port trackingLive marine traffic mapSearch ships by name, MMSI, or IMO

Monitor real-time maritime activity with a live vessel tracking map. Search for ships by name or ID, view detailed information about vessels and ports worldwide, and save your favorite locations. Offers both free and premium subscription options for enhanced features.

Interactive & Marine Community

Real-time boater trackingMarine community forumsDocking spot discovery

Connect with other boaters in real-time to enhance water safety and share experiences. Discover docking spots and engage in community forums for marine enthusiasts.

This marine navigation app simplifies boating with smart routing tailored to your vessel's specifications. It offers detailed marine charts, weather and AIS overlays for enhanced awareness, and tools for discovering and sharing points of interest with a community of boaters.

Smart routing based on vessel profileHigh-resolution marine chartsWeather and AIS overlays

Compass Offline Hiking & GPS

(5)

freemium

Save & Share Locations Offline

Marine Traffic - Ship Position

(0)

Find Ship: Vessel Tracking app

Explore ship positions worldwideInteractive marine radar mapVessel finder and ship tracker

Explore global marine traffic and monitor ship activity worldwide on an interactive map. Discover ship positions, routes, ports, and maritime movement. Ideal for shipping enthusiasts, travelers, and marine professionals.

✈️ Travel

(3)

The Anchors: Marine navigation

Boat speed, bearings, compass

GPS navigation for boaters

Your Anchor Watcher & Alert

Anchor position monitoringDeviation alertsOffline functionality

This navigation tool provides enhanced security by alerting you if your anchor position deviates from a set point. It functions offline and allows you to share your anchor's location with other devices via QR code.