Best Noaa Chart Apps

239+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.7 avg rating
14 free apps
Updated August 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good noaa chart apps. We benchmark 239+ 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 Noaa Chart Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Hip ChartsHip ChartsFree3.7★ (6)NoNoAug 2026
2Nautical Charts & MapsNautical Charts & Maps$8.994.6★ (3.8K)NoNoAug 2026
3PRO CHARTS - Marine NavigationPRO CHARTS - Marine NavigationFree4.5★ (8.5K)NoYesAug 2026
4iNavX: Marine NavigationiNavX: Marine NavigationFree4.8★ (22K)YesYesAug 2026
5NOAA Nautical Charts & MapNOAA Nautical Charts & Map$5.993.4★ (15)NoNoMay 2026
6Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide ChartTide Alert (NOAA) - Tide ChartFree4.8★ (44K)NoYesAug 2026
7i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gpsi-Boating: Marine Charts & GpsFree4.5★ (15K)NoYesAug 2026
8NOAA Buoys - Charts & WeatherNOAA Buoys - Charts & WeatherFree was $2.991.6★ (7)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Noaa Chart

Hip Charts#1

Hip Charts by Walk About Apps

NOAA ENC Charts
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
3.7(6 ratings)
Free
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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.

Nautical Charts & Maps#2

Nautical Charts & Maps by LW Brands, LLC

Nautical Charts & Marine Maps
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(3.8K ratings)
$8.99
#41in Navigation
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Access NOAA Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) for offline marine navigation. View detailed information like buoys, depths, and port features. Overlay NOAA weather maps including radar, sea temperature, and wind data.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Good performance
  • 💡 Useful for planning and navigation
  • 🗺️ Detailed charts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
  • 🗺️ Limited chart coverage
  • 🔍 Lack of advanced features (plotting, routing, etc.)
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation#3

PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation by MiraTrex, Inc.

Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.5😞(8.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great for navigation
  • 🗺️ Helpful for coastal areas
  • 👍 Useful app overall

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • ⚠️ Subscription issues and hidden costs
  • 🌐 Lacks coverage for non-US regions

More Noaa Chart 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
(22K)
free with in-app purchases
5
NOAA Nautical Charts & Map
NOAA Nautical Charts & Map
NOAA Nautical Charts & Map
Marine Navigation Map Download
$5.99

Access over 1000 NOAA Raster Navigational Charts for offline and online use. Features GPS location, navigation plotting, and basic instrumentation. Provides links to essential boating resources.

1000+ NOAA Raster Navigational ChartsOffline chart downloadOnline chart access
🗺️ Navigation
(15)
paid
6
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
NOAA tide table, wind & swell
Free

Get accurate tide predictions, lunar phases, and weather data with personalized alerts. Features offline access, customizable charts, and Apple Watch integration. Ideal for anyone who enjoys coastal activities.

Personalized high and low tide alertsOffline tide informationLunar phase calendar
☀️ Weather
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
7
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
Lake Depth Map,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
8
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
Live info on Nautical Charts
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

Access real-time maritime weather data from NOAA, including tides, wave height, wind, and temperature. Features a global map of buoys and detailed marine charts for planning nautical activities.

Real-time buoy dataTide predictions and moon phasesGlobal marine map overview
☀️ Weather
(7)
free with in-app purchases
9
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
Predict wind, swell, and waves
Free

This app provides real-time wind, wave, and weather predictions for maritime activities. It features intuitive charts, station search, and customizable subscription plans to enhance your experience on the water.

Accurate wind, wave, and weather predictionsIntuitive wind, wave, and weather chartsStation search with custom suggestions
☀️ Weather
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Tide Lord - NOAA Tide Charts
Tide Lord - NOAA Tide Charts
Tide Lord - NOAA Tide Charts
A tide app for the core lords
$1.99
☀️ Weather
(0)
11
Instant NOAA Tide Pro
Instant NOAA Tide Pro
Instant NOAA Tide Pro
by Jufen Chang
$1.99

Access real-time tide and NOAA radar information with detailed sunrise/sunset data. Explore tide stations globally in a 3D view and utilize Apple Watch and Apple TV integration for a comprehensive weather experience.

Global tide station informationReal-time NOAA radar imagesSunrise/Sunset data
☀️ Weather
(1)
paid
12
NOAA Exhibits
NOAA Exhibits
NOAA Exhibits
by National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
Free
📚 Education
(0)
13
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
Community App Using NOAA Buoys
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
14
NOAA Weather Unofficial
NOAA Weather Unofficial
NOAA Weather Unofficial
NWS Radar, Alerts & Forecast
Free

Get real-time weather data, forecasts, and alerts directly from the National Weather Service and NOAA. Features live radar, satellite imagery, tide predictions, and home screen widgets. Prioritizes privacy with no ads or tracking.

Live weather conditions and 8-day forecastAnimated NEXRAD radar and GOES satellite imageryReal-time NWS severe weather alerts with push notifications
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
15
El Niño
El Niño
El Niño
ENSO Signal, Maps & History
$7.99
☀️ Weather
(0)
16
Climate Nomad
Climate Nomad
Climate Nomad
by John Kealy
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
17
Tidal Tracker
Tidal Tracker
Tidal Tracker
Dynamic Tide Data
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
18
Go or No? Marine Boat Weather
Go or No? Marine Boat Weather
Go or No? Marine Boat Weather
Wind, waves, tides & fishing
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
19
ChartCool
ChartCool
ChartCool
make charts easier and faster
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
Instant NOAA Radios Elite
Instant NOAA Radios Elite
Instant NOAA Radios Elite
by Jufen Chang
$1.99

Listen to live NOAA radio broadcasts for the latest weather updates. Access a comprehensive list of stations, each identified by name, city, and state. This app is part of a universal purchase, allowing access on multiple Apple devices.

Live NOAA radio broadcastsWeather information updatesStation list with name, city, state
☀️ Weather
(5)
paid

FAQ about Noaa Chart

What are the best noaa chart apps for iPhone?
Hip Charts tops our noaa chart apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 14 of the top noaa chart apps we rank are free to download, including Hip Charts and PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation.
Hip Charts has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 239+ noaa chart apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Hip Charts is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.
The latest version of Hip Charts is 2.1, released on November 7, 2022. Updates are provided by the developer, Walk About Apps.