Access NOAA nautical charts for free on your mobile devices. View charts online and download single areas for offline use. Additional features like multiple offline downloads and custom boundaries require a purchase.




247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best free nautical charts apps on iPhone average 4.3★ across 247+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Free | 3.5★ (8) | No | No | Oct 2026 | ||
| 2 | Free | 2.9★ (2.4K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | ||
| 3 | Free | 4.5★ (15K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | ||
| 4 | Free | 4.8★ (22K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | ||
| 5 | $8.99 | 4.6★ (3.8K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | ||
| 6 | Free | 2.1★ (17) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | ||
| 7 | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 | ||
| 8 | Free | — | No | Yes | Oct 2026 |




Access NOAA nautical charts for free on your mobile devices. View charts online and download single areas for offline use. Additional features like multiple offline downloads and custom boundaries require a purchase.






Access detailed nautical charts and advanced boating features offline on your mobile device. Plan trips with dock-to-dock guidance, check weather and tides, and connect with a community of boaters. Ideal for cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving.






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.