248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
ASA's Sailing Challenge is the household name in sailing, but it's far from the only option. We track 248+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | $3.99 | 4.8★ (2.9K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.6★ (82) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.1★ (727) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (73K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 3.3★ (21) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.3★ (93) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
Master sailing fundamentals with interactive modules covering points of sail, wind, sail trim, and maneuvering. Test your skills in a virtual sailing course against the clock.
Master sailing terminology with this educational app. It offers a dictionary section for learning terms and a quiz section to test and expand your knowledge of sailing vocabulary.
Experience realistic inshore yacht racing with a fleet of advanced boats. Compete in short-format races mirroring real-world events and earn points to upgrade your vessels. Join a massive community of sailors and vie for the virtual sailing world champion title.
Enhance your sailing performance with a tool that helps you master sail trim for increased speed and balance. Quickly identify and resolve on-water issues and intuitively understand your boat's components.
This app provides detailed wind, wave, and weather forecasts for various outdoor activities. It offers historical data, real-time alerts, and a community feature for sharing conditions. Ideal for surfers, sailors, and other wind sports enthusiasts.
Learn and experience sailing with a realistic physics-based simulator. Explore the seas, challenge yourself with exams and adventures, and play with others in multiplayer sessions. Features detailed sailing mechanics and marine terminology.
Experience realistic yacht racing with intuitive controls. Learn sailing maneuvers and race tactics, from tacking to understanding right-of-way rules. Perfect for beginners and sailing enthusiasts alike.
Learn essential sailing rules for right-of-way with animated video clips and printable comments. Master tacking, port, and starboard rules to avoid collisions and gain a tactical advantage on the water. Designed for both novice and experienced sailors.
This app provides sailing navigation tools, displaying real-time location, speed, course, and historical data. It assists with MOB situations, regattas, and waypoint management, offering advanced features in its premium version.
Get hyper-accurate, real-time marine weather forecasts and live wind reports. This app uses proprietary weather systems and integrates public data for detailed wind, wave, tide, and radar information. Customize alerts and track your favorite sailing spots.
Experience realistic offshore sailing races against thousands of players worldwide. Manage your boat's energy, adapt to real-time weather, and compete in official virtual regattas. Choose from a vast fleet of sailboats and test your tactical skills.
This app provides a portable yacht simulation for explaining sailing concepts. It can be used on one or multiple devices to demonstrate maneuvers, rules, and strategies for various sailing scenarios.
This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.
This app provides sailing navigation instruments, replacing expensive digital equipment. Mount your device to your vessel to display up to eight instruments, including race timers and flags. Customize your display by enabling, disabling, and rearranging instruments.
This app provides essential sailing instruments and tactical tools for planning, racing, and navigating. It offers features like a race timer, speed tracking, bearing and compass, waypoint navigation, and route recording. Offline support ensures functionality on open water.
Access interactive sailing courses and tests on your mobile device, online or offline. Build your sailing resume, log practical experience, and earn certifications. Includes free resources like checklists and articles.
This 3D simulator helps skippers practice docking and undocking yachts in various environments. It allows users to manage lines, fenders, and anchors, with adjustable wind strength for customizable difficulty. Users can also design and share their own scenarios.
Get accurate marine weather forecasts and powerful tools for wind, waves, and currents. Plan your trips with routing and departure planning features, and stay informed with live observations and alerts. Ideal for all marine activities.