Latest Version
21.2 Safe to install
21.2 Safe to install
Enhance Your Boating Experience with Navionics® Boating!
Access detailed nautical charts, plan routes, and track your journey with this comprehensive boating app.
Get access to up-to-date, detailed charts that can be used offline, along with a wide range of features for your mobile device, making them readily available wherever you go. The Boating app is an essential tool for activities such as cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving on the water. Take advantage of the limited-time free trial and then purchase a one-year renewable subscription to continue enjoying the charts and features.
A Comprehensive Package:
- Internationally Renowned Navionics® Charts: Utilize these charts offline and with multiple overlays to have a comprehensive understanding of what's above and below the water. The nautical chart provides valuable marine information such as port plans, anchorages, safety depth contours, and navaid locations. SonarChart™ HD bathymetry maps offer 1' HD bottom contour detail, perfect for locating new fishing areas. U.S. Government charts (NOAA) are also available within various coverages.
- Overlays: Enhance your fishing and diving experiences with relief shading overlay for better understanding of bottom topography and sonar imagery that reveals bottom hardness in vibrant color on select U.S. lakes. You can even display satellite imagery on land and water.
- Map Options: Customize chart views by changing chart-overlay combinations, highlighting shallow areas, and targeting multiple fishing ranges.
- Daily Updates: Benefit from up to 5,000 daily updates worldwide to ensure you have the most accurate information.
Tools for Planning and Enjoying Your Day:
- Auto Guidance+TM Technology*: Plan your trip easily with a suggested dock-to-dock path based on chart data and navigation aids. Get essential information such as ETA, distance to arrival, heading to waypoint, and fuel consumption.
- Weather and Tides: Stay informed about current conditions before heading out with access to real-time weather data, daily and hourly forecasts, wind information, weather buoys, tides, and currents.
- Markers, Tracks, Distance**: Place markers on important spots like good anchorage or fishing locations. Record your track and capture photos and videos within the app. Easily measure distances between two points.
An Active and Helpful Community:
- Community Edits and the ActiveCaptain® Community: Engage with a community of fellow boaters to obtain and contribute useful local knowledge on points of interest, navigation aids, and recommendations based on firsthand experiences with the local environment.
- Connections: Stay connected with your friends and fellow boaters by sharing your live location, tracks, routes, and markers to easily meet on the water or showcase your adventures.
- GPX Import/Export: Share your saved data with others outside the app or transfer it to your chartplotter for added convenience.
- Share Map Objects**: Easily share locations such as marinas or repair shops with others even if they don't have the app.
External Device-Friendly for More Features:
- Plotter Sync: Sync the app with your compatible chartplotter to transfer routes and markers, activate, update, or renew your Navionics chartplotter card subscription.
- SonarChart Live Mapping Feature**: Connect with a compatible sonar/plotter to create real-time maps while navigating.
- AIS: Connect to a compatible AIS receiver with Wi-Fi connectivity to view nearby marine traffic and receive alerts for potential collisions within a safe range.
Notes:
- *Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations.
- **Free features included.
- Updates require iOS 13.0 or higher. A tablet device with Wi-Fi connectivity can approximate your position if connected to Wi-Fi. A tablet Wi-Fi + 3G model operates similar to a phone device with GPS.
- Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. iOS is a trademark licensed to Apple, Inc.
Overview
Navionics® Boating is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Garmin Italy Technologies S.R.L..
The latest version of Navionics® Boating is 21.2, released on 07/02/2024. It was initially added to our database on 10/12/2023.
Navionics® Boating runs on the following operating systems: Android/iOS.
Users of Navionics® Boating gave it a rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- User-friendly interface for easy navigation and planning
- Comprehensive chart coverage with detailed nautical maps
- Regular updates to charts and maps for accuracy
- Integration with other Garmin devices and apps
- Ability to create and save routes for efficient boating trips
- Offline access to charts and maps when downloaded to the device
- Community-contributed content enhances local knowledge and information
Cons
- Requires a subscription or purchase for full access to features
- Some users report app crashes or stability issues on certain devices
- Limited functionality on some older devices or operating systems
- Potentially data-intensive which may incur additional mobile data costs
- May have a learning curve for new users unfamiliar with boating technology
- Occasional inaccuracies in community-contributed data
FAQ
What is Navionics® Boating?
Navionics® Boating is a navigation and mapping app for boaters.
What features does Navionics® Boating offer?
Navionics® Boating offers features such as detailed nautical charts, route planning, GPS navigation, sonar charts, weather updates, and more.
Is Navionics® Boating available for both iOS and Android devices?
Yes, Navionics® Boating is available for both iOS and Android devices.
Can I access Navionics® Boating charts offline?
Yes, Navionics® Boating allows users to download maps for offline use, ensuring navigation even without an internet connection.
Does Navionics® Boating provide real-time weather updates?
Yes, Navionics® Boating offers real-time weather updates to help boaters plan their trips accordingly.
Can I create custom routes with Navionics® Boating?
Yes, users can create custom routes with waypoints, markers, and points of interest using Navionics® Boating.
Does Navionics® Boating support community-sourced data?
Yes, Navionics® Boating supports community-sourced data through the SonarCharts feature for updated underwater details.
Is there a subscription required to use Navionics® Boating?
Navionics® Boating offers a freemium model where basic features are free, but a subscription is required for access to premium features and chart updates.
Can I integrate Navionics® Boating with other Garmin devices?
Yes, Navionics® Boating can be integrated with various Garmin devices for enhanced navigation and compatibility.
Is Navionics® Boating suitable for both recreational boaters and professional mariners?
Yes, Navionics® Boating caters to both recreational boaters and professional mariners with its comprehensive features and accurate mapping data.
Elena Angelini
I'm Elena, your go-to software reviewer at UpdateStar and tech enthusiast. Whether you're a user seeking the latest software titles or software news I've got you covered. When I'm not diving into the latest software, you can find me exploring nature trails, camping under the stars, or competing in online multiplayer games. My reviews are designed to be fun, engaging, and packed with all the details you need to make informed decisions.
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