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Best Ship Finder Apps

226+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

If you already know MarineTraffic, this is the deeper bench. 226+ ship finder apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of June 2026.

Compare top Ship Finder Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MarineTraffic - Ship TrackingMarineTraffic - Ship TrackingFree4.7★ (65K)YesYesJul 2026
2Ship FinderShip Finder$4.994.2★ (3.8K)NoNoJul 2026
3Ship Finder LiteShip Finder LiteFree4.3★ (3K)NoNoJul 2026
4FindShip - Track your vesselsFindShip - Track your vesselsFree3.5★ (992)YesYesJul 2026
5Ship TrackerShip TrackerFree4.6★ (1.2K)YesYesJul 2026
6MyShipTrackingMyShipTrackingFree4.4★ (4.5K)NoYesJul 2026
7VesselFinderVesselFinderFree3.6★ (132)YesNoJul 2026
8Boat Watch - Ship TrackingBoat Watch - Ship TrackingFree4.6★ (3.7K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Ship Finder

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking#1

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking by MARINETRAFFIC APPLICATIONS LTD

World's #1 ship tracking app!
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(65K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#23in Travel
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Track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. View ship positions, movements, and voyage history with detailed vessel information and enhanced weather monitoring. Unlock advanced features for deeper visibility and extended coverage with a Pro plan.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate location tracking
  • 👍 Useful for maritime enthusiasts
  • 🔍 Provides detailed ship information
  • 🌍 Good worldwide coverage

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Paywall for many features
  • 🕰️ Delayed or outdated ship positions
  • 🤔 Confusing interface and navigation
Ship Finder#2

Ship Finder by pinkfroot limited

Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.2😞(3.8K ratings)
$4.99
#36in Navigation
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Track live moving ships on a worldwide map with an intuitive interface and high performance. View vessel details, search, filter, and even use Augmented Reality to identify ships. Ideal for shipping enthusiasts, cruisers, and professionals.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great to track friends' boats
  • 👍 Helpful for identifying ships
  • 👍 Useful for ship spotting

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't show many ships in certain areas
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, ships disappear
  • 🐛 Limited coverage, many areas not supported
Ship Finder Lite#3

Ship Finder Lite by pinkfroot limited

Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.3😞(3K ratings)
Free
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Track live moving ships on a global map with near real-time AIS data. Identify vessels using your device camera with Augmented Reality view. See ship details like name, type, and destination with color-coded icons for easy identification.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Tracks marine traffic
  • 🔍 Identifies ships and boats
  • 🗺️ Provides map-based visualization
  • 🔍 Useful for hobbyists and enthusiasts

Room to Improve

  • 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
  • 💰 Paywall for key features
  • 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups

More Ship Finder apps to explore

4
FindShip - Track your vessels
FindShip - Track your vessels
FindShip - Track your vessels
Отслеживайте свои суда
Free

Track any vessel's movements in real-time on a global map. Access detailed ship information, view historical data, and manage your fleet. Includes tools for ETA calculation and access to over 1000 NOAA charts.

Real-time vessel trackingShip history trackingDetailed ship particulars (AIS, tonnage, owner)
🗺️ Navigation
(992)
free with in-app purchases
5
Ship Tracker
Ship Tracker
Ship Tracker
Live Marine Tracker
Free

Track ships live on the ocean, view their routes, destinations, and arrival times. Access detailed port information and manage your own fleet. Ideal for maritime enthusiasts, professionals, and travelers.

Real-time vessel monitoringExpected arrivalsPort details
✈️ Travel
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
6
MyShipTracking
MyShipTracking
MyShipTracking
Vessel Tracking App
Free

Monitor global maritime traffic using real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. Access detailed vessel information, port data, and weather overlays. Manage your fleet and receive alerts for movements within custom areas.

Real-time ship trackingExtensive vessel databasePort database and calls
🗺️ Navigation
(4.5K)
free with in-app purchases
7
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
VesselFinder
by ASTRA PAGING LTD
Free

Track ships and monitor maritime traffic globally in real-time. Access detailed vessel information, movement history, and predicted routes. Ideal for maritime professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Real-time vessel trackingVessel movement historyPredicted routes and ETAs
🗺️ Navigation
(132)
free with in-app purchases
8
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Ferry, cargo & cruise ships
Free

Track ships and boats globally in real-time. Identify vessels, view their details, and receive alerts for arrivals and departures. Explore nautical charts and use augmented reality for an enhanced viewing experience.

Real-time AIS ship trackingVessel identification and detailsFavorite boat tracking
✈️ Travel
(3.7K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Ship Info
Ship Info
Ship Info
Your Maritime Companion!
Free

Access a vast database of commercial fleets worldwide, featuring detailed ship particulars, real-time tracking, and owner information. Discover vessels near you, explore job vacancies, and get critical reports on detentions and blacklists.

Search vessels by name, IMO, or MMSIDetailed ship particulars and equipment infoReal-time AIS and satellite positions
🔍 Reference
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic & Ship Tracker
Boat, Cruise & Vessel Finder
Free

Track ships and ports globally with detailed information on their position, location, and coordinates. Stay updated with shipping news and access extensive marine data. Offers subscriptions for enhanced features.

Track ship positions and locationsView port detailsDetermine current location coordinates
🔧 Utilities
(278)
free with in-app purchases
11
MarineRadar: Трекер судна
MarineRadar: Трекер судна
MarineRadar: Трекер судна
Система отслеживания судов AIS
Free

Track ships, containers, and yachts in real-time worldwide. Access detailed vessel information, port activity, and route history. Customize alerts and monitor fleets with extensive AIS coverage.

Real-time ship, container, and yacht trackingExtensive AIS network coverageDetailed vessel information and ETA
✈️ Travel
(215)
free with in-app purchases
12
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
ShipAtlas - Ship Tracker
Live AIS ship tracking
Free

Track ships and port traffic in real time with live AIS data. Monitor vessel movements, explore ports, and create sea routes. Access maritime weather forecasts and receive notifications for arrivals and departures.

Worldwide live AIS ship trackingVessel search by name, IMO, or MMSIView ship's last and next port
📊 Productivity
(244)
freemium
13
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Traffic Vessel Finder
Marine Navigation & Weather
Free

Access real-time ship positions, routes, and detailed vessel information globally. Track vessel history, view port details, and monitor weather conditions on an interactive map. Organize your tracked vessels and ports with a personal fleet.

Real-time ship positions and routesDetailed vessel profilesGlobal AIS data coverage
🗺️ Navigation
(449)
free with in-app purchases
14
Vessel Tracker: Marine Traffic
Vessel Tracker: Marine Traffic
Vessel Tracker: Marine Traffic
Ship Finder
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
15
Ship Finder: GPS Ship Tracking
Ship Finder: GPS Ship Tracking
Ship Finder: GPS Ship Tracking
Marine Traffic Ship Tracker
Free

Track ships and yachts globally in near real-time with live marine traffic data. Access vessel positions, destinations, and ETAs using a vast network of AIS receivers. Ideal for maritime enthusiasts and professionals seeking detailed vessel tracking.

Real-time global vessel trackingLive marine traffic dataShip and yacht positions
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free with in-app purchases
16
Ship Tracker — Ship Radar
Ship Tracker — Ship Radar
Ship Tracker — Ship Radar
Ship tracking made simple!
Free

Easily locate and track ships worldwide with live marine traffic data. View detailed vessel information, explore port maps, and access 7-day weather forecasts for passage planning. Includes a compass to help spot nearby vessels.

Live ship trackingDetailed vessel informationPort maps
🗺️ Navigation
(9)
ad-supported
17
Ship Tracker Vessel Find Track
Ship Tracker Vessel Find Track
Ship Tracker Vessel Find Track
Ship Tracker & Vessel Finder
Free

Live ship tracking and vessel finding with real-time AIS data. Explore global marine traffic, monitor ports, and view detailed ship information. A premium plan is required for live tracking and vessel discovery.

Real-time vessel tracking on interactive mapDetailed ship information (speed, course, destination)Access to thousands of ships worldwide
🗺️ Navigation
(59)
free with in-app purchases
18
Marine Traffic - Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic - Ship Tracker
Marine Traffic - Ship Tracker
Boat, Cruise & Vessel Finder
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Vessel Finder: AI Ship Traffic
Vessel Finder: AI Ship Traffic
Vessel Finder: AI Ship Traffic
Vessel Tracker & Port Status
Free

Track the live location of vessels worldwide on an interactive map. Access detailed information for each ship, from cargo ships to cruise liners. Ideal for maritime professionals and enthusiasts seeking real-time global shipping insights.

Real-time vessel location trackingDetailed ship information on tapInteractive world map
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free with in-app purchases
20
My Ship Tracker & Finder
My Ship Tracker & Finder
My Ship Tracker & Finder
Track any ship in ocean
Free

Explore ships globally with real-time tracking and detailed vessel information. Customize searches by ship type and view positions on an interactive map. Includes real-time weather updates for maritime conditions.

Global ship exploration with real-time trackingInteractive map with exact ship positionsCustomizable searches by ship type
🔧 Utilities
(37)
free with in-app purchases

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FAQ about Ship Finder

What are the best ship finder apps for iPhone?
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking tops our ship finder apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 65K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top ship finder apps we rank are free to download, including MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking and Ship Finder Lite.
MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 226+ ship finder apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides a way to track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. It allows users to view ship positions, movements, voyage history, and detailed vessel information. It also includes enhanced maps with close weather monitoring.
Key features include live vessel tracking, viewing ship positions and movements, accessing voyage history, detailed vessel information like type and destination, and enhanced maps with weather monitoring. Users can also build and monitor their chosen fleets.

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