OpenCPN

Editor's Review

OpenCPN is a cutting-edge Chart Plotter and Navigator app that brings the power of desktop navigation to your mobile device. Packed with advanced features and a user-friendly interface, OpenCPN for Android offers seamless chart support, versatile display modes, and reliable navigation tools for mariners and boating enthusiasts.

Features

• BSB v3 raster chart (RNC) support

• S57 vector chart (ENC) support

• IHO S52 compliant display of S57 vector charts

• CM93 vector chart support with per-cell offset corrections

• MBTiles chart overlay support

• Integrated Chart Downloader

• Various display modes: North-up, Course-up, Chart-up, Moving-map

• Route navigation with ship tracking functions

• Waypoint navigation

• True north or Magnetic north navigation

• GPS support: Device-integrated, Bluetooth, Network (TCP/UDP)

• Standard NMEA 0183 GPS interface

• Advanced NMEA message handling and multiplexer

Pros

• Robust chart support for detailed navigation

• Flexible display modes for optimal viewing

• Accurate route and waypoint navigation

• Versatile GPS device compatibility

• Comprehensive NMEA interface for seamless communication

Cons

• May require some learning curve for new users

• Chart data availability may vary by region