Boating Logbook: Skipper Apple

Boating Logbook: Skipper

Boat/ship log book for captain

Features & Capabilities

Skipper is a simple yet powerful boating logbook app for iPhone and iPad. It allows you to automatically keep a permanent record of all your activities at sea and to securely store all your trips on your device to protect your entire boating history. If you love sailing or boating, Skipper is the perfect app!

Features of Skipper: • Record your boat trips with your iPhone or iPad*: real-time GPS position, course, speed, duration, distance, track and more • Auto start recording your trips as soon as you leave your initial position • Log everything: weather, sea state, crew members, boat, departure/arrival places, sails used, engine hours, incidents, repairs, and more • Access accurate stats like distance, duration, average/top speed and more • Relive your adventures review your chronicles over time with beautiful maps • Search your logbook for name, notes or place and filter by crew member, boat, weather (wind force and direction) • Import/export GPX files • Nautical, metric and imperial units of measurement support

Notes: • *Only the Wi-Fi + Cellular iPads have a built-in GPS, the Wi-Fi only iPads don't have a built-in GPS. • Skipper cannot be used as replacement for Automatic Identification System (AIS). • Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease your device’s battery life: it is recommend to connect the device to a power outlet when possible. • GPS is completely independent of any Wi-Fi or Cellular data connection. • An Internet connection is required to download weather forecast and maps. • Maps provided by Apple. • Weather is provided by Apple.


The first three recorded or imported activities are completely free of charge. Skipper+, an optional in-app subscription, unlocks unlimited activities.

Development and ongoing maintenance are supported by Skipper+ subscribers. Thank you!

Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription or turn off auto-renew by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed.

• Privacy: https://skipper.alpennec.com/privacy • Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Axel Le Pennec
Rating:
4.60
(36)
Version:
2026.9 Last updated: 2026-06-10
Version code:
886775057
Creation date:
2013-08-15
Compatible devices:
Size:
30.27MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-12
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Axel Le Pennec
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/boating-logbook-skipper/id671764434
Website:
https://skipper.alpennec.com

User Reviews

Users praise Boating Logbook: Skipper for its clean UI, strong mapping, GPX import, and built-in weather, along with responsive support and good value. Common drawbacks involve update-related instability and iOS compatibility problems, occasional tracking stops during long pauses, and missing cloud/export/photo features.
Pros
  • Clean, simple UI and easy setup.
  • Rich mapping and route visualization, including color-coded speed and multiple map types (satellite views).
  • GPX import support and accurate logging with clear voyage maps.
  • Built-in marine weather and wind forecast features.
  • Responsive developer support and good value.
Cons
  • Update-related instability and iOS compatibility issues that can render the app unusable for some users.
  • Tracking can stop during long stops or sightseeing, requiring adjustments.
  • Lack of cloud sync/export options (e.g., iCloud, PDF export) and per-log photo uploads; feature requests.
Recent reviews
I used Skipper to track sailing races and deliveries. For racing, the color coded boat speed helps with post-race analysis.
by An*****, 2025-04-29

Can’t wait to try this app in my next trip. Simple app but does what it says.
by th*****, 2024-08-25

Tried a few logging programs, liked this one the best
by do*****, 2024-08-03
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