Best Nautical Rules Apps & Games

178+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

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16 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

Looking for free nautical rules apps and games? 16 of our 178+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Nautical Rules

The Nautical School ExamTutor+#2

The Nautical School ExamTutor+ by Nautical School

Learn Rules of the Road
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.1(24 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This learning program helps you prepare for the USCG captains license examination by testing your knowledge of Nautical Inland and International Rules of the Road with over 1,300 questions, tracking your progress, and providing instant feedback. By using this program, you'll be able to learn and test yourself in a fun and stress-free way, ensuring you're ready to pass the real examination.

NavRules#3

NavRules by Mintaka Innovations

Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.0(17 ratings)
$15.99
#12in Navigation
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Master the Nautical Rules of the Road with this comprehensive learning tool, which provides practice exams, a question pool, and a rule book to help mariners of all levels prepare for license exams and improve their navigation skills. Generate custom practice tests, track your progress, and review rules and questions to build your proficiency and confidence.

More Nautical Rules apps to explore

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Marinus: maritime rules
Marinus: maritime rules
Marinus: maritime rules
COLREGs, IRPCS, IALA & more!
Free
📚 Education
(214)
5
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Find Best Tides Times to Fish
Free

Discover the best fishing spots near you with an interactive map that shows locations, species, and bait suggestions. Plan your next fishing trip with ease using this app!

⚽ Sports
(30K)
6
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

Get real-time weather updates and forecasts tailored for boaters on the go. Stay informed about wind speed, wave height, and potential hazards to ensure a safe and enjoyable boating experience. Download now to sail smarter with up-to-date weather information.

☀️ Weather
(57K)
7
Lights and Shapes
Lights and Shapes
Lights and Shapes
Maritime rules in 3D
$6.99

This interactive app helps users master maritime navigation rules with 3D models, allowing them to visualize and understand vessel appearances from different angles. Perfect for boaters, students, and professionals, it offers a engaging way to learn and practice maritime rules to avoid collisions.

📚 Education
(0)
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Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Navigation, Charts, Tides, Map
Free

Enhance your boating experience with our marine GPS app - offering simplified navigation, customizable nautical charts, tidal information, weather updates, and a community-based platform for sharing knowledge. Join our fast-growing community today and enjoy a free trial to explore all the features. For more information, visit our website.

🗺️ Navigation
(5.4K)
9
Port Control
Port Control
Port Control
Manage to ports!
Free
🎮 Games
(252)
10
Orca: Boat GPS, Charts, Routes
Orca: Boat GPS, Charts, Routes
Orca: Boat GPS, Charts, Routes
GPS Chart Route Sail Powerboat
Free

Experience the ultimate boating app with crisp nautical charts, tailored routes, global marine weather forecasts, AIS data, and connectivity across all platforms. Join Orca for a next-generation boating experience.

🗺️ Navigation
(48)
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Waterway Guide
Waterway Guide
Waterway Guide
Trusted Boating Resource
Free

A trusted boating resource optimized for mobile devices, providing detailed points of interest on marinas, anchorages, and navigation alerts. Stay informed on hazards, engage with a community of boaters, and access a Skipper's Handbook for trip planning. Find and filter marinas based on preferences with ease. Access verified comments, reviews, and real-time navigation updates while on the water.

🗺️ Navigation
(2.8K)
12
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Marine Maps
$8.99

Discover the ideal app for navigating the seas with precision and ease. Access detailed nautical charts, track your routes, and stay informed about marine conditions all in one convenient platform. Start charting your course today!

🗺️ Navigation
(3.7K)
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Fish Rules: Local Fishing Laws
Fish Rules: Local Fishing Laws
Fish Rules: Local Fishing Laws
License Regulations & Limits
Free
⚽ Sports
(189)
14
The King Of Ocean
The King Of Ocean
The King Of Ocean
Mobile naval battle SLG game
Free

Experience the thrill of medieval naval battles in a strategic SLG game that spans across Europe and the Caribbean. Engage in immersive trading, conquer new territories, and strive to emerge as the ultimate victor in cross-server battles. Join the adventure today!

🎮 Games
(1.1K)
15
Shellback
Shellback
Shellback
by Program Executive Office for Enterprise Information Systems, Sea Warrior Program
Free

This mobile app supports US Naval Surface Force personnel by providing easy access to key information in an offline environment, allowing them to download and access crucial resources on their portable devices. With various categories such as admin, medical, operations, and safety, the app offers a centralized location for sailors to find the most relevant and up-to-date information.

🔍 Reference
(38)
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Nautical Calculator Preview
Nautical Calculator Preview
Nautical Calculator Preview
Nautical Calculator Preview
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
17
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Navigation & Weather
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(7)
18
Sailing Rules Pocket Guide
Sailing Rules Pocket Guide
Sailing Rules Pocket Guide
Pocket Reference Guide
Free

This sailing rules reference guide provides easy access to racing rules on your phone, omitting signals and appendix sections for a concise experience. Download the app to have a handy pocket guide for checking rules while sailing, and visit the World Sailing Organization website for the official rules in print form.

⚽ Sports
(1)
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ColRegs:Rules of the Road 3D LITE
ColRegs:Rules of the Road 3D LITE
ColRegs:Rules of the Road 3D LITE
by Advenio Software SRL
Free

This application offers an immersive and interactive way to learn and practice the rules of the road while sailing, with a 3D simulation that allows users to navigate and avoid collisions in a safe and controlled environment. By combining learning, testing, and simulation, users can gain hands-on experience and retain knowledge through practical application.

🗺️ Navigation
(1)
20
Navigation Rules Pro
Navigation Rules Pro
Navigation Rules Pro
Boating Regs and References
$4.99

Enhance your boating knowledge with an all-inclusive app featuring the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, important boating references, calculators, weather info, and more. Access quick references, search functions, and the latest COLREGs with Navigation Rules Pro - essential for all boaters.

🔍 Reference
(433)