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Best Maritime Tracking Apps

235+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

Finding the right maritime tracking apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 235+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Maritime Tracking Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MarineTraffic - Ship TrackingMarineTraffic - Ship TrackingFree4.7★ (65K)NoYesAug 2026
2Ship TrackerShip TrackerFree4.6★ (1.7K)YesYesAug 2026
3Marine Traffic & Ship TrackerMarine Traffic & Ship TrackerFree4.3★ (282)NoYesAug 2026
4MyShipTrackingMyShipTrackingFree4.4★ (4.5K)NoYesAug 2026
5Boat Watch - Ship TrackingBoat Watch - Ship TrackingFree4.6★ (3.8K)NoYesAug 2026
6Ship Finder LiteShip Finder LiteFree4.3★ (3.2K)NoNoAug 2026
7VesselFinderVesselFinderFree3.9★ (183)YesNoAug 2026
8Ship InfoShip InfoFree4.6★ (1.9K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Maritime Tracking

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking#1

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking by MarineTraffic Applications LTD

#1 Vessel Tracking App!
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(65K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#23in 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

  • 🚀 Accurate location tracking
  • 👍 Useful for maritime enthusiasts
  • 🔍 Provides detailed ship information
  • 🌍 Good worldwide coverage

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Paywall for many features
  • 🕰️ Delayed or outdated ship positions
  • 🤔 Confusing interface and navigation
Ship Tracker#2

Ship Tracker by Rocketech sp. z o.o.

Live Marine Tracker
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.6😞(1.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 🚀 Excellent tool
  • 👍 Accurate app
  • 👍 Helpful app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy app
  • 🐛 Outdated information
  • 🐛 Doesn't work properly
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker#3

Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker by sofia fernandez

Boat, Cruise & Vessel Finder
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.3(282 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

More Maritime Tracking apps to explore

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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
5
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
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
7
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
by AstraPaging 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
🗺️ Navigation
(183)
free with in-app purchases
8
Ship Info
Ship Info
Ship Info
Your Maritime Companion!
Free

Access a vast database of commercial fleets worldwide, featuring detailed ship particulars, real-time tracking, and owner information. Discover vessels near you, explore job vacancies, and get critical reports on detentions and blacklists.

Search vessels by name, IMO, or MMSIDetailed ship particulars and equipment infoReal-time AIS and satellite positions
🔍 Reference
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
📊 Productivity
(255)
freemium
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)
🗺️ Navigation
(993)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
(831)
free with in-app purchases
13
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
14
FleetWatcher
FleetWatcher
FleetWatcher
Wireless Fleet Management
Free

This GPS fleet management system aids in optimizing fleet utilization, productivity, and efficiency. It provides real-time tracking of equipment across multiple worksites, simplifying logistics for larger fleets.

GPS fleet trackingEquipment utilization monitoringProductivity analysis
💼 Business
(26)
free
15
vesseltracker.com mobile
vesseltracker.com mobile
vesseltracker.com mobile
by vesseltracker.com GmbH
Free

Track ship positions globally in real-time with detailed vessel data and over 500,000 photos. Customize map views, search ports, and utilize dark mode. Requires a paid Coastal, Fleet, or Satellite account.

Real-time ship trackingVessel master dataExtensive photo library
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
16
Finder GPS Tracking
Finder GPS Tracking
Finder GPS Tracking
No worries about your car.
Free

Monitor the real-time location of your vehicles, including cars, motorbikes, and trucks. Access historical tracking data and reports for your fleet. This initial release is actively being developed with frequent updates based on user feedback.

Real-time vehicle location viewingTracking history reportsSupport for cars, motorbikes, and trucks
🌟 Lifestyle
(32)
free with in-app purchases
17
SilverCloud
SilverCloud
SilverCloud
by LandAirSea System
Free

Monitor the precise location of GPS trackers on vehicles and assets in real-time from your mobile device. View speed, battery life, and generate historical playback of tracking data for individual vehicles or entire fleets.

Real-time GPS location monitoringVehicle speed and battery life displayHistorical tracking data playback
📊 Productivity
(40K)
free
18
SpaceHawk GPS
SpaceHawk GPS
SpaceHawk GPS
by Asset Management and Protection, LLC
Free

Monitor the precise location of GPS trackers on vehicles or assets in real-time from your mobile device. View speed, battery life, and generate historical playback of tracking data. Updates are configurable based on your data plan.

Real-time location monitoringSpeed and battery life displayHistorical playback of tracking data
💼 Business
(61)
free
19
VTExplorer Mobile
VTExplorer Mobile
VTExplorer Mobile
by ASTRA PAGING LTD
Free

Track ships worldwide in real-time using AIS transponder data. Access detailed vessel information, view movement history, and search a comprehensive database. Ideal for maritime professionals needing up-to-date vessel locations and data.

Real-time ship trackingVessel detailsSearch vessel database
💼 Business
(12)
free
20
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
(219)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Maritime Tracking

What are the best maritime tracking apps for iPhone?
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking tops our maritime tracking apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 65K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top maritime tracking apps we rank are free to download, including MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking and Ship Tracker.
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 235+ maritime tracking apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides a way to track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. It allows users to view ship positions, movements, voyage history, and detailed vessel information. It also includes enhanced maps with close weather monitoring.
Key features include live vessel tracking, viewing ship positions and movements, accessing voyage history, detailed vessel information like type and destination, and enhanced maps with weather monitoring. Users can also build and monitor their chosen fleets.