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Best Free Ship Tracking Apps

233+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

MarineTraffic is the household name in free ship tracking, but it's far from the only option. We track 233+ alternatives and competitors on iOS β€” many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Free Ship Tracking

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking#1

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking by MarineTraffic Applications LTD

World's #1 ship tracking app!
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.8😐(65K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#21in 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

  • πŸš€ Accurate location tracking
  • πŸ‘ Useful for maritime enthusiasts
  • πŸ” Provides detailed ship information
  • 🌍 Good worldwide coverage

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Paywall for many features
  • πŸ•°οΈ Delayed or outdated ship positions
  • πŸ€” Confusing interface and navigation
MyShipTracking#2

MyShipTracking by Nativity

Vessel Tracking App
Strong Contender
πŸ—ΊοΈ 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

  • πŸš€ Real-time tracking
  • πŸ” Detailed ship information
  • πŸ“ Accurate location data
  • πŸ’‘ Useful for ship enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inaccurate or outdated ship positions
  • πŸ“΅ Lack of real-time updates
  • πŸ” Missing ship details
Ship Finder Lite#3

Ship Finder Lite by pinkfroot limited

Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Worth Considering
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.3😞(3K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Tracks marine traffic
  • πŸ” Identifies ships and boats
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Provides map-based visualization
  • πŸ” Useful for hobbyists and enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
  • πŸ’° Paywall for key features
  • πŸ“’ Excessive ads and pop-ups

More Free Ship Tracking apps to explore

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Ship Tracker
Ship Tracker
Ship Tracker
Live Marine Tracker
Free

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.

Real-time vessel monitoringExpected arrivalsPort details
✈️ Travel
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Boat, Cruise & Vessel Finder
Free

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.

Track ship positions and locationsView port detailsDetermine current location coordinates
πŸ”§ Utilities
(274)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
(3.7K)
free with in-app purchases
7
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
Live AIS ship tracking
Free

Track ships and port traffic in real time with live AIS data. Monitor vessel movements, explore ports, and create sea routes. Access maritime weather forecasts and receive notifications for arrivals and departures.

Worldwide live AIS ship trackingVessel search by name, IMO, or MMSIView ship's last and next port
πŸ“Š Productivity
(244)
freemium
8
AfterShip Package Tracker
AfterShip Package Tracker
AfterShip Package Tracker
All Couriers Order Tracking
Free

Effortlessly track all your online orders and shipments from various couriers in one place. Receive free push notifications for key delivery status updates and easily manage your parcels from major online retailers.

Track shipments from 700+ couriersFree push notifications for delivery statusAuto-detect courier by tracking number
πŸ›οΈ Shopping
(158K)
free
9
Ship Finder
Ship Finder
Ship Finder
Live Marine & Vessel tracking
$4.99

Track live moving ships on a worldwide map with an intuitive interface and high performance. View vessel details, search, filter, and even use Augmented Reality to identify ships. Ideal for shipping enthusiasts, cruisers, and professionals.

Live worldwide ship trackingAugmented Reality (AR) viewDetailed vessel information
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(3.8K)
free
10
FindShip - Track vessels
FindShip - Track vessels
FindShip - Track vessels
AIS Ship Tracking
Free

Track any vessel's movements in real-time on a global map. Access detailed ship information, view historical data, and manage your fleet. Includes tools for ETA calculation and access to over 1000 NOAA charts.

Real-time vessel trackingShip history trackingDetailed ship particulars (AIS, tonnage, owner)
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(993)
free with in-app purchases
11
Flightradar24 | Flight Tracker
Flightradar24 | Flight Tracker
Flightradar24 | Flight Tracker
Live plane & flight tracker
Free

Track planes in real-time on a live map, identify aircraft by pointing your device at the sky, and view detailed flight information. Explore historical flight data, airport arrivals/departures, and even see what the pilot sees in 3D.

Live aircraft tracking on a mapIdentify planes by pointing your deviceDetailed flight information (ETA, route, aircraft type)
✈️ Travel
(634K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Cruisr - Cruise Ship Tracking
Cruisr - Cruise Ship Tracking
Cruisr - Cruise Ship Tracking
Real-Time Cruise Ship Tracking
Free

Track cruise ships globally in real-time, view their routes, and get details on cruise lines. Favorite your preferred vessels for easy access to updates and destinations. Discover nearby ships with this intuitive travel companion.

Real-time cruise ship trackingView ship routes and destinationsFavorite and track preferred ships
✈️ Travel
(200)
free with in-app purchases
13
Route: Package Tracker
Route: Package Tracker
Route: Package Tracker
Track all orders & carriers
Free

This app centralizes all your online order tracking, providing real-time updates from checkout to delivery. It helps you manage lost or damaged packages and keeps a history of your purchases.

Track all packages in one placeVisual package journey trackingReal-time push notifications
πŸ›οΈ Shopping
(512K)
free with in-app purchases
14
FedEx Mobile
FedEx Mobile
FedEx Mobile
Track, Ship & Notifications
Free

Manage your deliveries and shipments with ease. Track packages in real-time, personalize delivery options, and create shipping labels directly from your mobile device. Get instant updates and control your shipping experience.

Real-time package trackingPersonalize delivery optionsCreate shipping labels
πŸ’Ό Business
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
15
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
by ASTRA PAGING 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
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(132)
free with in-app purchases
16
My Ship Tracker & Finder
My Ship Tracker & Finder
My Ship Tracker & Finder
Track any ship in ocean
Free

Explore ships globally with real-time tracking and detailed vessel information. Customize searches by ship type and view positions on an interactive map. Includes real-time weather updates for maritime conditions.

Global ship exploration with real-time trackingInteractive map with exact ship positionsCustomizable searches by ship type
πŸ”§ Utilities
(37)
free with in-app purchases
17
Package Tracker - pkge Mobile
Package Tracker - pkge Mobile
Package Tracker - pkge Mobile
Delivery Track - Tracking App
Free

Effortlessly track all your domestic and international packages from over 600 carriers in one free app. Get real-time updates on shipment status and location with just a tracking number. Save multiple tracking numbers and receive timely notifications.

Track domestic and international packagesSupports 600+ postal carriersReal-time status and location updates
πŸ’Ό Business
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Ship Tracker β€” Ship Radar
Ship Tracker β€” Ship Radar
Ship Tracker β€” 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
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(9)
ad-supported
19
Ship.com: Auto Package Tracker
Ship.com: Auto Package Tracker
Ship.com: Auto Package Tracker
Real-time online order tracker
Free

This app simplifies shipping and tracking packages. Easily compare carrier rates, print labels, and send items without needing addresses. It automatically syncs tracking numbers from your email and provides real-time delivery updates, even allowing shared tracking with family and friends.

Send packages easilyCompare shipping ratesPrint shipping labels
πŸ›οΈ Shopping
(66)
free
20
Package Tracker: Track Parcels
Package Tracker: Track Parcels
Package Tracker: Track Parcels
Orders & Delivery Tracking
Free

Track all your shipments from various postal and delivery services in one convenient application. Easily add tracking numbers for online orders and receive timely updates on your package's status and location. Manage all your deliveries efficiently, whether local or international.

Track hundreds of postal servicesAdd tracking numbers quicklyReceive delivery status notifications
πŸ›οΈ Shopping
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases