Communicate offshore via text message using your phone and a compatible Uniden or West Marine VHF radio. This app enables private messaging when cellular or Wi-Fi is unavailable, leveraging your radio's DSC directory for contacts.



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With an average user rating of 3.4★, the marine radio category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 249+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
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| 1 | Free | — | Yes | No | May 2026 | |
| 2 | Free | 2.1★ (8) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 3 | Free | 1.0★ (2) | No | Yes | May 2026 | |
| 4 | Free | 4.0★ (720) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 5 | Free | 4.7★ (65K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 | Free | 4.7★ (16K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 7 | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 8 | Free | — | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |







Communicate offshore via text message using your phone and a compatible Uniden or West Marine VHF radio. This app enables private messaging when cellular or Wi-Fi is unavailable, leveraging your radio's DSC directory for contacts.






Practice making VHF radio calls for various maritime situations, including distress, urgency, and securite. Includes phonetic alphabet drills with sample boat names to improve communication skills at sea.


Communicate instantly with others using a virtual walkie-talkie experience. Join public channels or create private ones with friends. Enjoy high-quality voice and video communication without needing an account.


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.


Access comprehensive NOAA marine weather data, including real-time buoy readings, 5-day forecasts, and historical wave trends. Visualize data with map overlays and receive severe weather alerts. An Apple Watch app is also available.






Control your marine audio system with this intuitive app. Adjust volume, switch sources, and customize settings wirelessly via Bluetooth. Enjoy a seamless and personalized listening experience on your boat.


Access and stream live radio broadcasts from hundreds of volunteer-run receivers worldwide. Experience shortwave radio reception from 100kHz to 30MHz using AM or SSB modes, as if you were physically at the receiver's location.




Listen to various radio stations from Mali on your mobile device. Enjoy easy access to broadcasts anytime, anywhere with a simple click. Requires data or wireless broadband connection.


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.


This radio station app offers music and content specifically curated for tradespeople in the UK construction industry. Enjoy news, sports updates, industry discussions, and a mix of anthems and throwbacks.




Listen to the voice of the Cayman Islands. This application provides access to a radio station broadcasting from the region. Enjoy live content and stay connected to local broadcasts.






This app provides access to a multicultural radio station that has been serving diverse communities since 1973. It broadcasts in 13 languages, reflecting the varied cultures and values of Vancouver's ethnic communities.

