Best Navigation Lights Apps

183+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good navigation lights apps. We benchmark 183+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Navigation Lights Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Boat LightsBoat LightsFree was $3.994.0★ (1)NoNoJul 2026
2Navigation Lights 3DNavigation Lights 3D$1.99NoNoJun 2026
3Navigation Rules ProNavigation Rules Pro$4.994.8★ (433)NoNoJul 2026
4iNavX: Marine NavigationiNavX: Marine NavigationFree4.8★ (21K)YesYesJul 2026
5PRO CHARTS - Marine NavigationPRO CHARTS - Marine NavigationFree4.5★ (8.5K)NoYesJul 2026
6CoPilot GPS NavigationCoPilot GPS NavigationFree3.5★ (2K)YesYesJul 2026
7Sygic Truck & RV NavigationSygic Truck & RV NavigationFree4.4★ (2.9K)YesYesJul 2026
8Avenza MapsAvenza MapsFree4.8★ (127K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Navigation Lights

Boat Lights#1

Boat Lights by Glenn Ludlow

On-Water Reference Guide
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This app helps boat operators understand navigation lights, shapes, and sounds. It features a unique drawing-based search and a visual browser for quick reference. Offline access to a comprehensive database makes it ideal for on-water use and classroom instruction.

Navigation Lights 3D#2

Navigation Lights 3D by Smirnov Yury

Captain's handbook
Strong Contender
📚 Education
0.0(0 ratings)
$1.99
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Study maritime navigation lights and vessel identification according to COLREGs-72. Observe vessels from various angles to understand their position, capabilities, and activities in low visibility. Ideal for aspiring and current navigators.

Navigation Rules Pro#3

Navigation Rules Pro by Calculated Industries

Boating Regs and References
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.8(433 ratings)
$4.99
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This app provides comprehensive boating regulations and reference materials, including international and inland navigation rules, sound and light signals, and communication information. It features quick references, calculators, and unit conversions for boaters.

More Navigation Lights apps to explore

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iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
Sailing & Boating Chartplotter
Free

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.

Worldwide marine chart accessReal-time GPS plottingWaypoint and route management
🗺️ Navigation
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
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PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
by MiraTrex, Inc
Free

Navigate marine environments with detailed nautical charts and route planning. Track your location, find friends on the water, and share your trip details for safety. Offline chart access ensures reliable navigation even without an internet connection.

High-resolution NOAA nautical chartsOffline chart accessWaypoint and route creation
🗺️ Navigation
(8.5K)
free with in-app purchases
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CoPilot GPS Navigation
CoPilot GPS Navigation
CoPilot GPS Navigation
GPS for Car, RV and Truck
Free

Navigate roads safely and efficiently with voice-guided offline maps. Optimized routing for cars, trucks, and RVs helps you avoid restrictions, save time, and find points of interest. Enjoy a free trial before subscribing.

Offline voice-guided navigationTruck-specific routing (low bridges, restrictions)RV-specific routing (vehicle size)
🗺️ Navigation
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Sygic Truck & RV Navigation
Sygic Truck & RV Navigation
Sygic Truck & RV Navigation
Offline maps, GPS & CarPlay
Free

Navigate large vehicles with intelligent routing tailored to your truck, RV, or bus specifications. Enjoy offline 3D maps, real-time traffic, and speed camera warnings for a safe and efficient journey. Access truck-specific points of interest and detailed vehicle settings.

Customized routes for vehicle type, size, and weightAdvanced vehicle settings including HAZMAT3D offline maps with free updates
🗺️ Navigation
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Avenza Maps
Avenza Maps
Avenza Maps
GPS Navigation & Trail Maps
Free

Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

Offline GPS navigationReal-time GPS position and directionRecord GPS tracks
🗺️ Navigation
(127K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
(7.6K)
free with in-app purchases
10
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
Lake Maps & Fishing Spots
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
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
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GPS Navigation & Map Direction
GPS Navigation & Map Direction
GPS Navigation & Map Direction
Rout Finder & Live Traffic
Free

Find exact routes and get turn-by-turn voice guidance to your destination. Discover nearby places like gas stations, restaurants, and parks with live traffic updates. Explore the world through voice-enabled maps.

Route FinderGPS NavigationNearby Places Discovery
🔧 Utilities
(896)
free with in-app purchases
12
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Marine navigation and fishing
Free

This app provides official, weekly updated nautical charts for marine navigation. It allows for offline map downloads, GPS track recording, and integration with onboard instruments. Enhance your boating safety and experience with advanced features like weather forecasts and AIS collision detection.

Official NOAA nautical chartsOffline map downloadsGPS track recording
🗺️ Navigation
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
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MapXplorer: GPS Navigation
MapXplorer: GPS Navigation
MapXplorer: GPS Navigation
Offline Map-GPS-Speed Camera
Free

Navigate with confidence using offline maps, real-time speed camera alerts, and GPS tracking. This app provides smart search for amenities, route saving, and travel history review for a stress-free and efficient journey.

Offline map supportGPS tracker and navigationSpeed camera and radar alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(29K)
free with in-app purchases
14
GPS Live Navigation
GPS Live Navigation
GPS Live Navigation
GPS Navigation & Map Direction
Free

Navigate to any destination worldwide with real-time maps, voice guidance, and traffic alerts. Explore nearby places, view street and satellite imagery, and track your travel history. Features a digital compass for precise directions.

Voice NavigationLive MapsTraffic Alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(148)
free with in-app purchases
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Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map
Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map
Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map
Marine Charts, Weather & Tides
Free

This app provides comprehensive navigation and planning tools for boaters, offering features like chart plotting, route planning, and weather forecasts. It aims to be user-friendly for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cruisers, with a focus on safety and connectivity on the water.

Web/Desktop planning with auto-syncAutorouting for multi-stop trips7-day marine weather forecast
🗺️ Navigation
(6.1K)
free with in-app purchases
16
GPS: Navigation & Live Traffic
GPS: Navigation & Live Traffic
GPS: Navigation & Live Traffic
Places, Navigation & Weather
Free

Navigate with real-time maps, voice guidance, and traffic alerts. Discover nearby places, check weather and air quality, and report road incidents. Offers a speedometer and compass for enhanced driving safety.

Real-time maps and turn-by-turn voice navigationLive traffic alerts and route optimizationNearby places discovery
🗺️ Navigation
(51)
free with in-app purchases
17
NV Charts GPS Navigation AIS
NV Charts GPS Navigation AIS
NV Charts GPS Navigation AIS
Marine Navigation and Boating
Free

This app provides digital nautical charts and navigation tools for safe boating. It offers offline chart downloads, real-time AIS tracking, and community-shared points of interest. Plan and share your routes with ease.

Digital nautical chartsOffline chart downloadsReal-time AIS tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(113)
free with in-app purchases
18
Lights and Shapes
Lights and Shapes
Lights and Shapes
Maritime rules in 3D
$6.99

Master maritime navigation rules with interactive 3D models of vessels. Learn to identify ships, understand their routes, and avoid collisions by exploring day and night views. Ideal for boaters, students, and maritime professionals seeking an engaging learning experience.

Interactive 3D vessel modelsDay and night viewsOfficial text of navigation rules
📚 Education
(0)
paid
19
Drive IQ: Smart Navigation
Drive IQ: Smart Navigation
Drive IQ: Smart Navigation
Navigation that thinks ahead
Free

This navigation app offers intelligent route planning with weather and traffic awareness. Discover local points of interest, plan trips ahead, and make informed decisions for everyday drives and road trips.

Smarter route comparisonWeather and traffic awarenessLocal discovery for points of interest
🗺️ Navigation
(4)
free
20
Yandex Navi – navigation, maps
Yandex Navi – navigation, maps
Yandex Navi – navigation, maps
Choose the best spot to park
Free

Navigate cities with real-time traffic updates and avoid jams. Plan multi-stop routes, find parking and fuel, and get voice-guided directions. Offline maps ensure you never get lost.

Real-time traffic avoidanceMulti-stop route optimizationParking spot finder and payment
🗺️ Navigation
(25K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Navigation Lights

What are the best navigation lights apps for iPhone?
Boat Lights tops our navigation lights apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top navigation lights apps we rank are free to download, including Boat Lights and iNavX: Marine Navigation.
Boat Lights has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 183+ navigation lights apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Boat Lights is a mobile app designed for boat operators to identify the meaning of navigation lights, shapes, and sounds used on the water. It serves as a comprehensive reference guide and learning aid.
The "Draw-What-You-See" search engine allows users to quickly find information by drawing the lights, shapes, or sounds they observe. The app then searches its database for exact and possible matches.