Best Nautical Mile Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free nautical mile apps? 20 of our 248+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Nautical Mile Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Nautical Miles ClubNautical Miles ClubFree5.0★ (3)NoNoAug 2026
2iNavX: Marine NavigationiNavX: Marine NavigationFree4.8★ (22K)YesYesAug 2026
3Tide ChartsTide ChartsFree4.8★ (111K)YesYesAug 2026
4C-MAP: BoatingC-MAP: BoatingFree4.5★ (2.3K)NoYesAug 2026
5Savvy Navvy: Boat NavigationSavvy Navvy: Boat NavigationFree4.7★ (7.9K)NoYesAug 2026
6Starlink Ocean ModeStarlink Ocean ModeFreeNoYesJul 2026
7Marine Traffic LiveMarine Traffic LiveFree1.0★ (3)YesNoJul 2026
8SeaVectors: Marine NavigationSeaVectors: Marine NavigationFreeNoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Nautical Mile

iNavX: Marine Navigation#2

iNavX: Marine Navigation by NavX Studios LLC

Sailing & Boating Chartplotter
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😐(22K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#66in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate and precise navigation
  • 📊 Comprehensive charting and navigation features
  • 🛠️ Customizable instrument settings
  • 🔄 Redundancy across devices

Room to Improve

  • 🤔 Clunky and unintuitive user interface
  • 🗺️ Cumbersome chart management and downloading
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
Tide Charts#3

Tide Charts by 7th Gear

Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(111K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#33in Weather
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Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Clear tide information
  • 👍 Useful for planning activities
  • 💡 Comprehensive data including weather and moon phases
  • 🤖 Accurate and reliable

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate tide data in some locations
  • 🙈 Intrusive and unskippable ads
  • 🤯 Ads crashing the app

More Nautical Mile apps to explore

4
C-MAP: Boating
C-MAP: Boating
C-MAP: Boating
Charts, Planning & Navigation
Free

Access up-to-date nautical charts for global exploration and planning. Save points of interest and routes, record tracks, and view marine weather. Upgrade for offline maps, GPS, and advanced features like shaded relief and AIS.

Free chart viewerAutoroutingPersonal waypoints
🗺️ Navigation
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
GPS, Nautical Charts, Boating
Free

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation, integrating charts, weather, tides, and GPS tracking. It simplifies route planning and offers real-time safety data to ensure confident and enjoyable time on the water for various boating activities.

Clutter-free nautical chartsSmart route planning with weather and tide integrationReal-time GPS tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(7.9K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Starlink Ocean Mode
Starlink Ocean Mode
Starlink Ocean Mode
12 NM Boundary Alerts
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
7
Marine Traffic Live
Marine Traffic Live
Marine Traffic Live
Vessel Tracking App
Free

Explore real-time ship traffic on an interactive map. Track freighters, boats, and more, with details on their current status and routes. Ideal for maritime enthusiasts and professionals seeking insights into sea voyages.

Real-time vessel trackingInteractive ship mapDetailed ship information
✈️ Travel
(3)
ad-supported
8
SeaVectors: Marine Navigation
SeaVectors: Marine Navigation
SeaVectors: Marine Navigation
NOAA ENC Charts, Winds & Tides
Free

This app provides professional marine navigation with official ENC charts and real-time weather data. It offers advanced instrument displays, alerts for restricted areas and fishing closures, and route planning capabilities for safe and informed voyages.

ECDIS-grade ENC chartsReal-time marine conditionsCustomizable instrument panel
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free with in-app purchases
9
TrailLink: Bike, Run, Walk
TrailLink: Bike, Run, Walk
TrailLink: Bike, Run, Walk
Trail Maps Finder & Biking GPS
Free

Discover and navigate over 40,000 miles of trails across the US for biking, running, and walking. Find detailed maps, GPS directions, user reviews, and amenities to plan your next outdoor adventure.

Discover 40,000+ miles of trailsDetailed trail mapsGPS navigation and tracking
💪 Health & Fitness
(7.4K)
freemium
10
Nautical Calculator.
Nautical Calculator.
Nautical Calculator.
Accurate Marine Calculations
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
WinGPS Marine
WinGPS Marine
WinGPS Marine
by Stentec Software B.V.
Free

This app provides onboard navigation for various watercraft. It displays your GPS position, speed, and course, and allows you to download nautical charts with depth information and navigational aids. Set waypoints and sail to your destination with guidance on course and distance.

Real-time GPS position, speed, and course trackingDownloadable nautical charts with depth and aidsWaypoint navigation with Course to Go
🗺️ Navigation
(3)
free
12
Speedometer ×
Speedometer ×
Speedometer ×
speed, average, distance, max
Free

Transform your device into a customizable trip computer. Track up to 8 live metrics like speed, distance, and travel time, arranged to your preference. Supports multiple display styles and units for various activities.

Customizable trip computerUp to 8 live metricsMultiple display styles
🗺️ Navigation
(818)
free with in-app purchases
13
Nautical Rules
Nautical Rules
Nautical Rules
Master the Rules of the Road
Free

Master USCG Navigation Rules with a comprehensive question bank and smart study features. Track your progress, practice for exams, and study offline to navigate with confidence.

1,200+ practice questionsInland and International waters coverageDetailed explanations
🗺️ Navigation
(4)
free
14
Seawell Navigation Charts
Seawell Navigation Charts
Seawell Navigation Charts
Sea Navigation Marine Offline
Free

This navigation app offers detailed marine charts and tools for sailors, fishermen, and boaters. It allows for easy waypoint management, route recording, and distance measurement, with offline map capabilities for use without internet connectivity.

Offline marine chartsWaypoint and route managementTrack recording
🗺️ Navigation
(12)
free with in-app purchases
15
Nautics Sailmate Classic
Nautics Sailmate Classic
Nautics Sailmate Classic
by Nautics
Free
$17.99 | 100% OFF
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
16
Distance Measure
Distance Measure
Distance Measure
by RBetjes
Free

Measure distances and areas directly on a map. Set waypoints by tapping and holding, and easily switch between various measurement units. Save and restore your measurements for later use.

Point-to-point distance measurementSurface area calculationMultiple waypoint support
🔧 Utilities
(236)
free
17
NautiNote
NautiNote
NautiNote
Engineering & Deck Study
Free
📚 Education
(0)
18
Taider
Taider
Taider
Nautical charts
Free

Navigate the Masurian Lakes with detailed nautical charts. Discover depth, hazards, port information, and record your routes. Offers collision alerts and route planning tools for a safer and more enjoyable sailing experience.

Detailed nautical charts of Masurian LakesDepth, shallows, and underwater rock informationPort layouts, prices, and moorage spots
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
19
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
Lake Maps,Tide,Sailing Plotter
Free

Navigate waterways with detailed marine charts and GPS. Features include route planning, voice-guided navigation, tide and current predictions, and track recording. Offers extensive map coverage for various regions and inland rivers.

Detailed vector marine chartsRoute planning and editingVoice-guided navigation
🗺️ Navigation
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Hip Charts
Hip Charts
Hip Charts
NOAA ENC Charts
Free

Access NOAA nautical charts for free on your mobile devices. View charts online and download single areas for offline use. Additional features like multiple offline downloads and custom boundaries require a purchase.

Unlimited online NOAA chart viewingDownload single chart areas for offline useAutomatic chart loading
🗺️ Navigation
(6)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Nautical Mile

What are the best nautical mile apps for iPhone?
Nautical Miles Club tops our nautical mile apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 3 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top nautical mile apps we rank are free to download, including Nautical Miles Club and iNavX: Marine Navigation.
Nautical Miles Club has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ nautical mile apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Nautical Miles Club is a lifestyle app designed for seafarers and their families. It provides exclusive savings, community features, and simplifies shopping and payment experiences.
The app is specifically crafted for seafarers and their families, aiming to enhance their maritime lifestyle with exclusive benefits and connections.