Best Maritime Vhf Radio Operator Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.4 avg rating

18 free apps

Updated September 2026

Finding the right maritime vhf radio operator apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Maritime Vhf Radio Operator Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Maritime VHF Radio Operator	Free	1.0★ (2)	No	Yes	May 2026
2	MermAId VHF Radio	Free	—	No	No	Sep 2026
3	VHF at Sea: SRC Radio Operator	$4.99	3.7★ (3)	No	No	Aug 2026
4	Sailor Today Maritime Radio	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	No	Jul 2026
5	Seabook Maritime	Free	4.5★ (19)	No	No	Aug 2026
6	Maritime Radio	Free	—	Yes	No	May 2026
7	Tracker VHF	Free	—	No	No	Aug 2026
8	CH16	Free	—	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026

Top Picks for Maritime Vhf Radio Operator

Maritime VHF Radio Operator by Gokhan Mutlu

How to Make a VHF Radio Call

Editor's Choice

🔧 Utilities

1.0(2 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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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.

MermAId VHF Radio by Mermaid AI, Inc.

AI Marine Radio Transcription

Strong Contender

🔧 Utilities

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

VHF at Sea: SRC Radio Operator by Smirnov Yury

VHF maritime radio

Worth Considering

📚 Education

3.7(3 ratings)

$4.99

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Prepare for your VHF maritime radio operator's exam and practice essential communication skills. Learn theoretical knowledge, test your understanding, and master emergency and routine radio procedures. Customize settings for your specific vessel and practice composing messages.

More Maritime Vhf Radio Operator apps to explore

Sailor Today Maritime Radio

by Sunil Nangia

Free

This app provides real-time maritime updates for professionals in commercial shipping and logistics. It serves as an international maritime radio resource for seafarers and shore personnel.

Real-time maritime updatesInternational maritime radioFor seafarers

📰 Magazines & Newspapers

(1)

free

Seabook Maritime

The Leading #1 Maritime App

Free

This app provides essential maritime information for seafarers and shore-based professionals. It serves as an offline reference for ship stability, navigation, regulations, and marine engineering, aiding in safer seas and cleaner waters.

COLREG regulationsGMDSS informationMarine engineering details

Local Radio for Greenwich

VHF telemetry triangulation

Maritime Safety Companion

Free

This maritime safety app provides instant access to global rescue coordination centers and features tools for generating distress messages and planning voyages. It offers real-time location tracking for man overboard situations and works offline, ensuring safety at sea.

Global maritime rescue center directoryInteractive SRR zone mapGMDSS-compliant distress message generator

🗺️ Navigation

(0)

free with in-app purchases

VHF-DSC

Marine radio simulator for SRC

$9.99

This marine radio simulator allows users to practice sending various distress and routine messages. It supports communication between multiple devices and includes an auto-distress function for emergencies. A help section is available within the app for guidance.

VHF-DSC radio simulationSend Mayday, Pan Pan, Security, and Routine messagesInter-device communication

Danish Maritime Authority

Learn and practice VHF radio, Digital Selective Calling, and GMDSS with an immersive experience. This app offers learning modules, tests, and 3D simulations to help you master maritime radiocommunication equipment and distress procedures in a safe environment.

VHF radio, DSC, and GMDSS learningInteractive tests and quizzes3D maritime simulation

by Uniden Corporation

Free

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.

Send and receive private text messagesPair with Bluetooth-enabled VHF radiosUses radio DSC Individual directory for contacts

Sail, Explore, Achieve

by Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue

Free

This app provides essential resources for boaters on Canada's West Coast. Plan voyages with tidal, wind, and weather data, and access safety equipment and navigation light requirements. It also offers tools for location sharing, emergency procedures, and radio channel summaries.

Voyage planning resourcesSafety equipment checklistsNavigation light requirements

🔍 Reference

(0)

free

GPT - Gpacers Poseidon Tracker

Gpacers Poseidon Tracker

Free

Real-time marine safety tracking with smart alerts and offline support. This system ensures full visibility and control over your team, even without internet access, and logs all activity for traceability.

Real-time tracking mapAdvanced alert system (boundary, collision, lost signal)Offline operation support

AllStarLink node control

Free

🔧 Utilities

(0)

Maritime Master - Skipper

A Skipper's Best Friend

Free

Learn seamanship and small-craft navigation with interactive diagrams and calculators. Practice plotting positions, understanding tides, and mastering navigation techniques. Includes a reference library for essential maritime knowledge.

Interactive diagrams and calculatorsDead reckoning and estimated position plottingTidal height and stream visualization

by ABS Nautical Systems LLC

Vessel Safety Management Tools

Free

This app provides commercial vessel owners, skippers, and crew with essential tools for maritime safety management. It simplifies the creation and real-time updating of safety management systems, ensuring all crew members have access to critical information. The platform aims to reduce paper usage and streamline safety processes on board.

Real-time SMS updates for crewDigital vessel logs and formsCrew qualification and induction management

💼 Business

(1)

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Maritime Vhf Radio Operator

What are the best maritime vhf radio operator apps for iPhone?

Maritime VHF Radio Operator tops our maritime vhf radio operator apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 1.0-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free maritime vhf radio operator apps for iPhone?

Yes — 18 of the top maritime vhf radio operator apps we rank are free to download, including Maritime VHF Radio Operator and MermAId VHF Radio.

Does Maritime VHF Radio Operator have ads or in-app purchases?

Maritime VHF Radio Operator has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many maritime vhf radio operator apps are on the App Store?

We track 249+ maritime vhf radio operator apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What scenarios can I practice with Maritime VHF Radio Operator?

Maritime VHF Radio Operator allows you to practice making calls for distress, urgency, and securite situations. It also includes phonetic alphabet practice with sample boat names.

What devices is Maritime VHF Radio Operator available on?

Maritime VHF Radio Operator is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.