Best Marine Life Tracker Apps

197+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Looking for free marine life tracker apps? 19 of our 197+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Marine Life Tracker Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1OCEARCH Shark Tracker™OCEARCH Shark Tracker™Free4.8★ (8.8K)NoYesAug 2026
2Boat Watch - Ship TrackingBoat Watch - Ship TrackingFree4.6★ (3.8K)NoYesAug 2026
3Sharktivity by AWSCSharktivity by AWSCFree4.8★ (9.9K)NoYesAug 2026
4MarineTraffic - Ship TrackingMarineTraffic - Ship TrackingFree4.7★ (65K)NoYesAug 2026
5Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AISSeawatch24 Marine Traffic AISFree was $9.994.7★ (41)NoYesAug 2026
6Ship TrackerShip TrackerFree4.6★ (1.7K)YesYesAug 2026
7iNavX: Marine NavigationiNavX: Marine NavigationFree4.8★ (21K)YesYesAug 2026
8Aqua Map BoatingAqua Map BoatingFree4.7★ (13K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Marine Life Tracker

OCEARCH Shark Tracker™#1

OCEARCH Shark Tracker™ by OCEARCH

Track Sharks & Marine Animals
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.8😊(8.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Follow the real-time movements of sharks, turtles, and other marine animals across the globe. Learn fascinating facts, explore migration patterns, and support ocean conservation efforts through interactive tracking data.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Awesome app
  • 👍 Interesting and educational
  • 🔍 Ability to track sharks and other marine life
  • 🌊 Great for ocean and shark lovers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Lack of recent/live data
  • 🌎 Limited to certain regions
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking#2

Boat Watch - Ship Tracking by Pocket Mariner Ltd.

Ferry, cargo & cruise ships
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.6😐(3.8K 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
Sharktivity by AWSC#3

Sharktivity by AWSC by Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, Inc.

Shark Tracker & Alerts
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.8😐(9.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Track and learn about Atlantic White Sharks with an interactive map of sightings and research. Submit your own sightings, receive real-time beach alerts, and access educational resources to aid conservation efforts.

What We Love

  • 👍 Useful for tracking shark activity
  • 🤩 Fascinating to follow named sharks
  • 🔍 Provides timely updates on sightings
  • 💡 Helpful for beach-goers to stay informed

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable alerts and notifications
  • 🤔 Unclear or misleading map information
  • 🤯 Frustrating changes to the app interface

More Marine Life Tracker apps to explore

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MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking
#1 Vessel Tracking App!
Free

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.

Live vessel tracking worldwideShip positions and movementsVoyage history and key events
✈️ Travel
(65K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS
Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS
Seawatch24 Marine Traffic AIS
Boat Alerts & MarineTraffic
Free
$9.99 | 100% OFF

Track ships worldwide in real-time with detailed maritime data. Access a powerful marine map with weather overlays, search for specific vessels, and build a personalized fleet. Designed for both enthusiasts and professionals.

Real-time vessel trackingSearch ships by name, MMSI, or IMODetailed ship information and photos
🗺️ Navigation
(41)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
7
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
Sailing & Boating Chartplotter
Free

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.

Worldwide marine chart accessReal-time GPS plottingWaypoint and route management
🗺️ Navigation
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Marine navigation and fishing
Free

This app provides official, weekly updated nautical charts for marine navigation. It allows for offline map downloads, GPS track recording, and integration with onboard instruments. Enhance your boating safety and experience with advanced features like weather forecasts and AIS collision detection.

Official NOAA nautical chartsOffline map downloadsGPS track recording
🗺️ Navigation
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
9
MyShipTracking
MyShipTracking
MyShipTracking
Vessel Tracking App
Free

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.

Real-time ship trackingExtensive vessel databasePort database and calls
🗺️ Navigation
(4.5K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Ship Finder Lite
Ship Finder Lite
Ship Finder Lite
Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Free

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.

Live worldwide ship tracking mapAugmented Reality (AR) ship identificationView ship name, type, and destination
🗺️ Navigation
(3.2K)
free
11
釣りアプリ アングラーズ|釣果記録・魚つり情報・潮見表に
釣りアプリ アングラーズ|釣果記録・魚つり情報・潮見表に
釣りアプリ アングラーズ|釣果記録・魚つり情報・潮見表に
by ANGLERS Inc.
Free

Record your fishing catches with photos and automatically log details like location, weather, and tide charts. Discover popular fishing spots and gear through community-shared data. Connect with other anglers and book fishing trips directly through the app.

Automatic catch logging with photosIntegrated fishing maps and tide chartsCommunity-driven fishing spot discovery
⚽ Sports
(0)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
🗺️ Navigation
(3.9K)
free
13
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Navigation & Weather
Free

Access real-time ship positions, routes, and detailed vessel information globally. Track vessel history, view port details, and monitor weather conditions on an interactive map. Organize your tracked vessels and ports with a personal fleet.

Real-time ship positions and routesDetailed vessel profilesGlobal AIS data coverage
🗺️ Navigation
(727)
free with in-app purchases
14
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Find Best Tides Times to Fish
Free

This app helps anglers find the best times and locations to fish by providing detailed forecasts for tides, moon phases, weather, and marine conditions. It offers interactive maps to discover and save fishing spots, track routes, and access offline nautical charts, along with a catch logbook and fishing regulations.

Fishing forecasts (tides, moon, weather, solunar)Detailed fishing maps (satellite, nautical, lake depth)Save and discover fishing spots and routes
⚽ Sports
(31K)
free with in-app purchases
15
MarineRadar・Vessel Finder
MarineRadar・Vessel Finder
MarineRadar・Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Tracker & Info
Free

Track ships, containers, and yachts in real-time worldwide. Access detailed vessel information, port activity, and route history. Customize alerts and monitor fleets with extensive AIS coverage.

Real-time ship, container, and yacht trackingExtensive AIS network coverageDetailed vessel information and ETA
✈️ Travel
(218)
free with in-app purchases
16
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
by MiraTrex, Inc.
Free

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.

High-resolution NOAA nautical chartsOffline chart accessWaypoint and route creation
🗺️ Navigation
(8.5K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Navionics® Boating
Navionics® Boating
Navionics® Boating
Nautical and fishing charts
Free

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.

Offline nautical chartsHD bathymetry mapsDock-to-dock route planning
🗺️ Navigation
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Scuba Diving Computer Oceanic+
Scuba Diving Computer Oceanic+
Scuba Diving Computer Oceanic+
Freedive, Snorkel & Dive Log
Free

Transform your Apple Watch Ultra into a comprehensive dive computer for scuba, freediving, and snorkeling. Explore new locations with heatmaps, track your routes, organize underwater media, and share your adventures securely. Plan dives, monitor real-time data, and stay safe with advanced algorithms.

Dive computer functionalitySnorkeling route trackingUser-generated dive spot heatmaps
⚽ Sports
(4.5K)
free with in-app purchases
19
West Marine Pro
West Marine Pro
West Marine Pro
Boat Parts & Marine Supply
Free

Access a vast catalog of over 100,000 wholesale marine products for boatyards, charter services, and marine businesses. Find parts, check real-time inventory and pricing, and manage orders efficiently on the go.

Comprehensive product catalogWholesale pricingAdvanced search tools
🛍️ Shopping
(555)
free
20
ActiveCaptain®
ActiveCaptain®
ActiveCaptain®
Connect to Your GPS Plotter
Free

This app connects your mobile device to compatible Garmin chartplotters, enabling wireless chart and map transfers, software updates, and route planning. It also provides access to a community of boaters for reviews and information on marinas and points of interest.

Wireless chart and map transferRoute and waypoint planningActiveCaptain Community for POI reviews
🗺️ Navigation
(5K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Marine Life Tracker

What are the best marine life tracker apps for iPhone?
OCEARCH Shark Tracker™ tops our marine life tracker apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 8.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top marine life tracker apps we rank are free to download, including OCEARCH Shark Tracker™ and Boat Watch - Ship Tracking.
OCEARCH Shark Tracker™ has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 197+ marine life tracker apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app allows users to track the real-time movements of sharks, turtles, and other marine animals using satellite data. It provides interactive maps, animal profiles with fascinating facts, and information on migration patterns. The app aims to engage users in ocean conservation efforts by making scientific research accessible.
Key features include live tracking of animals on interactive maps, exploration of migration and movement patterns, access to animal tagging and species details, daily ocean facts, and a 'follow' option to never miss updates. A premium subscription offers additional features like live weather maps and exclusive content.