OpenCPN

Editor's Review

Ahoy, mateys! 🌊 Embark on a seamless marine navigation adventure with OpenCPN, the premier Chart Plotter and Navigator application! Building on the legacy of its desktop counterpart, OpenCPN for Android brings a treasure trove of features right to your mobile device. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a weekend angler, OpenCPN has something for everyone. 🗺️

Dive into a world of detailed charting with support for BSB v3 raster charts (RNC) and S57 vector charts (ENC). Enjoy IHO S52 compliant display of S57 vector charts, ensuring accuracy and clarity. With CM93 vector chart support and per-cell offset corrections, you'll navigate with confidence. Plus, MBTiles chart overlay support lets you customize your display like never before! 📊

Never get lost again with the integrated Chart Downloader! ⚓ Choose between Single-chart and Quilted display modes and orient yourself with North-up, Course-up, or Chart-up display modes. The Moving-map display mode keeps you on track, while route navigation with ship tracking functions ensures you reach your destination safely. Navigate effortlessly with waypoint navigation and choose between True north or Magnetic north navigation. 🧭

Stay connected with device-integrated GPS support, Bluetooth remote GPS support, and Network (TCP/UDP) GPS device support. The standard NMEA 0183 GPS interface and advanced NMEA message handling structure, complete with a built-in multiplexer, keep you informed. Need autopilot support? OpenCPN has you covered! 🛰️

Enhance your safety with networked AIS input, full target tracking, and collision alerting. AIS support for SART, with selectable MMSI for automatic MOB handling, adds an extra layer of security. You can even connect with DSC and GPSGate Buddies! The anchor watch/alarm functions ensure you sleep soundly. 🚨

Share your adventures with GPX Waypoint, Track, and Route input and output file support. Plan your routes with tide and current prediction and display by location, and take advantage of built-in great-circle routing. Annotate your charts with GPX Layers and customize your display with a selection of display themes. 🎨

Explore with Google Maps integration and access the eBook User Manual directly from the app. By joining the OpenCPN community, you'll be part of a global network dedicated to advancing electronic charting. Whether cruising, racing, fishing, or working professionally, OpenCPN delivers the features you need for enhanced safety, performance, and fun! 🎉

Join the dedicated support Forum at http://bigdumboat.com/aocpn/forum and become part of something special! 🤝

Features

• Supports BSB v3 raster chart (RNC)

• Supports S57 vector chart (ENC)

• Compliant IHO S52 display of S57 charts

• Supports CM93 vector chart

• MBTiles chart overlay support

• Integrated Chart Downloader

• Single-chart and Quilted display modes

• North-up, Course-up, Chart-up display modes

• Moving-map display mode

• Route navigation with ship tracking

• Waypoint navigation

• True/Magnetic north navigation

• Device-integrated GPS support

• Bluetooth remote GPS support

• Network (TCP/UDP) GPS support

Pros

• Enhanced safety through advanced navigation features

• Improved performance with precise tracking

• Greater enjoyment with user-friendly interface

• Worldwide community support for troubleshooting

• Versatile use for cruising, racing, and fishing

Cons

• May require a learning curve for new users

• Advanced features might be overwhelming initially