Best Maritime Vhf Radio Operator Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating

18 free apps

Updated November 2026

Finding the right maritime vhf radio operator apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 250+ 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 (November 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Maritime VHF Radio Operator	Free	1.0★ (2)	No	Yes	May 2026
2	VHF at Sea: SRC Radio Operator	$4.99	3.7★ (3)	No	No	Oct 2026
3	VesselAware	Free	3.7★ (3)	No	No	Nov 2026
4	MermAId VHF Radio	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	No	Sep 2026
5	Seabook Maritime	Free	4.5★ (19)	No	No	Oct 2026
6	Flags! - Maritime signal flags	$0.99	4.9★ (19)	No	No	Oct 2026
7	Maritime Radio	Free	—	Yes	No	May 2026
8	Sailor Today Maritime Radio	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	No	Jul 2026

Top Picks for Maritime Vhf Radio Operator

#1

Maritime VHF Radio Operator by Gokhan Mutlu

How to Make a VHF Radio Call

Editor's Choice

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.

#2

VHF at Sea: SRC Radio Operator by Smirnov Yury

VHF maritime radio

Strong Contender

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.

#3

VesselAware by Altamar Technologies Inc

AI powered VHF communications

Worth Considering

🗺️ Navigation

3.7(3 ratings)

Free

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This app converts marine VHF radio conversations into actionable, location-based data. It transcribes, translates, and identifies maritime events, providing a clearer operational picture for enhanced safety and situational awareness on the water.

More Maritime Vhf Radio Operator apps to explore

MermAId VHF Radio

MermAId VHF Radio

MermAId VHF Radio

AI Marine Radio Transcription

This application uses AI to transcribe marine VHF radio communications into searchable text. Review past conversations, search for keywords, and stay informed about important calls and weather updates. Connect locally or remotely to manage your devices and vessel settings.

AI-powered speech-to-text transcriptionSearchable radio logsReview past communications

Seabook Maritime

Seabook Maritime

Seabook Maritime

The Leading #1 Maritime App

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

Flags! - Maritime signal flags

Flags! - Maritime signal flags

Flags! - Maritime signal flags

Nautical quiz & morse code

This app provides a comprehensive reference for all International Maritime Signal Flags, including letters, numbers, and substitutes. It features interactive quizzes to test your knowledge and offers Morse code examples.

Complete list of maritime signal flagsDetailed flag viewsInteractive learning quizzes

Local Radio for Greenwich

Sailor Today Maritime Radio

Sailor Today Maritime Radio

Sailor Today Maritime Radio

by Sunil Nangia

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

Learn to operate a VHF.

Your Maritime Companion!

Access a vast database of commercial vessels worldwide, featuring detailed ship particulars, real-time tracking, and owner information. Explore nearby vessels, job vacancies, and crucial reports on detentions and blacklists. Ideal for maritime professionals and enthusiasts.

Search vessels by name, IMO, or MMSIDetailed ship particulars and equipmentReal-time AIS and satellite positions

free with in-app purchases

Navy App Locker

Navy App Locker

Navy App Locker

by Program Executive Office for Enterprise Information Systems, Sea Warrior Program

This official U.S. Navy mobile service provides a centralized platform to discover and download apps developed by the Navy. It offers detailed information, screenshots, and direct links to commercial app stores, including training applications that can submit course credits.

Discover U.S. Navy mobile appsDirect download links to app storesView app details, screenshots, and links

Uniden Marine Radio

Uniden Marine Radio

Uniden Marine Radio

by Uniden Corporation

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

by Maritime Transport Ltd

This business app offers training videos, quizzes, and an updated directory to enhance user experience. It features polls, traffic updates, social media integration, and company notices for improved communication.

Training videos and quizzesUpdated people directoryModern, easy-to-navigate interface

TacSync: Milsim team awareness

TacSync: Milsim team awareness

TacSync: Milsim team awareness

Squad GPS map for milsim games

This app provides real-time team awareness for milsim games, displaying all teammates on a live map. It allows for dropping markers, drawing plans, and communicating via text, photos, or voice messages within private, invite-only sessions. Features include voice alerts for new markers and player status updates, ensuring seamless coordination even with intermittent mobile data.

Live teammate positions on mapCustomizable markers and routesPrivate session chat (text, photo, voice)

🗺️ Navigation

Mariner's DeckWatch

Mariner's DeckWatch

Mariner's DeckWatch

Ship Officer's Planner & Logs

🗺️ Navigation

Marinus: maritime rules

Marinus: maritime rules

Marinus: maritime rules

COLREGs, IRPCS, IALA & more!

This app provides comprehensive guidance on maritime navigation rules and signals. It offers detailed information on flags, lights, sounds, and buoyage systems, along with interactive quizzes and a map feature. Designed for sailors, it ensures safe navigation on any vessel.

Maritime flags and meaningsWeather scales and cloud identificationSound signal guidance

free with in-app purchases

by ABS Nautical Systems LLC

This app helps manage vessel operations and ensure compliance with maritime regulations. It offers checklist-based functionality for audits, inspections, and daily tasks, with offline capabilities and data syncing for smarter operational decisions.

Checklist-based inspections and auditsOffline data capture and syncingCrew sign-on/sign-off management

Electronic Logging Device

This app simplifies fleet management and ensures compliance with federal regulations for electronic logging devices. It offers automatic Hours of Service tracking, real-time GPS monitoring, and easy Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. The driver-friendly interface makes daily operations more efficient for both drivers and fleet managers.

Automatic Hours of Service (HOS) LoggingReal-time GPS Fleet TrackingEasy DVIR Reporting

Maritime Safety Companion

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

free with in-app purchases

VHF Trainer Lite

VHF Trainer Lite

VHF Trainer Lite

by Advenio Software

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

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 November 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 VesselAware.

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 November 2026.

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

We track 250+ maritime vhf radio operator apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.