When it comes to fishing, knowledge is easier to access than it has ever been, especially with the use of social media platforms, informative videos, and apps that provide information for the angler. They say there’s an app for everything, and fishing is no exception! There are several different fishing apps available for iOS and Android devices. Whether it be looking for specific fishing spots, the weather forecast, or solunar tables, these fishing apps provide these things and so much more! Let’s look at the different apps that are available and how each one is unique.
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ANGLR provides trip recording, fishing challenges, and engaged fishing communities. It is the only closed social network for anglers and their fishing friends. When you fish, your fishing friends can join in. From broadcasting live trips, sharing trip details, or competing in a friendly challenge, ANGLR has it. Perhaps one of the most unique features of this app is the ability to connect to other devices such as your phone, Apple watch, Lowrance fishing electronics, or virtual fishing rods, and records fishing information like real-time weather and water conditions so you have the information needed to improve each time you’re hunting down fish.
BassForce provides bass lure recommendations based on your map location, weather, and fishing conditions. Lure picks are very accurate, coming directly from top bass pros like Jason Christie, Edwin Evers, Alton Jones, Aaron Martens, Brandon Palaniuk, Skeet Reese, Gerald Swindle, Kevin VanDam, and Jacob Wheeler. Other key features include: import your own photos to the map, receive a daily pro tip every day, create detailed game plans for your favorite fishing locations, keep track of your personal tackle inventory, see lure picks from each pro angler, and cross-reference pro lure picks and see where pro’s choices align.
Backed by a nationwide double-blind independent catch rate study, BassForecast has proven to increase catch rates by up to 305% on EPIC rated days, and 68% on GOOD rated days compared to the overall study average. This app tracks real-time weather and applies bass industry research and proven seasonal patterns to surface adapted forecast conditions, ratings, and tips. While this app is free, users can also upgrade to BassForecast PRO for $5.99 per month, or $29.95 annually. The PRO version includes adapted patterns, notifications, cover selector, tackle tips, 10-day forecast, and ratings explained.
The Deep Dive App gives you no-nonsense, cutting edge tools to help you catch more fish whether you’re a seasoned pro or weekend warrior. Dive right in with the easy-to-use Bait Tool or dive deeper with their industry-leading Water Clarity Map. It is the quickest and easiest way to know the top baits for your lake. You have access to fine tune the inputs that create the results. Your inputs are paired with the weather conditions for whatever day and time you select, and all of the results are organized based on water clarity. Skip the guess-work and leverage the real patterns used by professionals to win tournaments and know where to use them on your lake.
With FishAngler, users can explore lakes, rivers, and oceans that showcase an extensive database of catches, fishing spots, reports, photos, buoys, and more. It also features 7-day marine forecasts with wind, wave and water temperatures, along with tracking these details with every fish experience you have so that the angler can go back and look at them for years to come! Users around the world can connect with each other to share their experiences, create groups, and join conversations.
Fishbox helps you plan your trips by predicting specific days and times with a high probability of fishing success for any location. It features a fishing forecast that predicts fish activity developed in collaboration with the most in-the-know experts and based on accurate weather data and analysis of the factors that affect fish behavior. It also features a forecast of incoming weather conditions that affect fish behavior with hourly forecast, solunar, tides, and waves. Explore your area with the interactive map to find new ideas on where to go or save your favorite spots to create your personal fishing map. Users can also discover the best fishing knots with step-by-step knot guides.
With Fishbrain, you can find new fishing spots out of the 14 million catch locations accessible and get help searching for spots with an AI-powered fishing spot prediction, get detailed local info, access Navionics high-resolution depth charts, observe fishing regulations, log your catches, and connect with a community of 15 million anglers! Fishbrain provides you with the maps and tools you need to improve your fishing skills. While this app is free, users can also upgrade to Fishbrain Pro to unlock all the most advanced features. The Pro version is $12.99 per month, or $79.99 annually.
Fish Deeper allows users to explore their favorite waters and search for new ones by accessing popular waterways among the Fish Deeper community. Users can access specific information about the body of water such as weather conditions and forecast, shared trophies, sun and moon graphs, and more! They can also place potential fishing spots and other points of interest on the map and add notes for conveniency. There is also a premium version for $0.99 for the first month, and $24.99 annually after the first month. This version provides one of the largest databases of regularly updated community-based depth maps, the ability to distinguish different types of lakebeds from soft and silty to firm sand or gravel, stunning three-dimensional terrain maps showcasing topographic underwater features, and nearby prime locations for shore fishing and accessible places to launch your boat.
Fishidy allows users to discover fishing spots, view fishing reports, track patterns, and connect with locals! There is also a premium version of the app that provides trusted locations from local experts, specific techniques for the body of water you are fishing, and seasonal considerations and bait selection tips. There are also over 260,000 vegetation and structure points on 800+ online fishing maps, a forecaster that predicts which species of fish will be most active more than a week out, and offline mapping that can be accessed with no internet connection! The premium version is $9.99 per month or $49.99 annually.
Fishing Calendar is an advanced Solunar prediction calendar that will help you find the best fishing locations using weather forecast, tide prediction, and much more! This app also allows users to take a photo of their catch, add description, size, weight, weather, bait, etc. to build a personal database and share it with friends! The features of this app include prediction of the best fishing times, weather and tides, infinite prediction calendar, day/month/week view of fishing efficiency, moonrise/moonset and moon overhead times, moon phase, sunrise/sunset times, minor and major periods, worldwide calendar for any location, and imperial and metric units. There is also a premium subscription for $3.49 per month, $13.99 per 6 months, or $18.99 annually.
With Fishing Points, users can save their favorite fishing locations, trotlines, and trolling paths using GPS, compass, and maps on their phone. It also features a fish activity forecast that shows when fish are typically the most active throughout the day based on solunar theory, tides, and other factors! Users can also access four types of maps with measuring capabilities, save their catches into a private logbook, identify their catch, and be informed about fishing seasons and other regulations!
Fishing & Hunting Solunar Time
Based on the Solunar Tables theory, this application will help you to determine as precisely as possible the feeding of all types of fish and wildlife. Depending on the position of the moon and its phases and the position of the sun you will have the information about best time for fishing or hunting. This app features a solunar forecast, calendar forecast view with day ratings, map view, 5-day weather forecast, information about sun and moon rise/set times, moon phases, and daily fish activity bar chart.
If you like to hunt and fish, then welcome to the HFC! This app is filled with average joes, seasoned pros and some newbies. If you’re looking for fame, fortune and followers, this app might not be for you. HFC was designed to be a family friendly atmosphere where like-minded people can share their passion for the great outdoors. They have a main feed, discussion forums, mapping system, daily deals, raffles and more. Check it out if this sounds like a place for you!
With Navionics, users can plan their trip by getting a suggested dock-to-dock path based on chart data and navigation aids. Get ETA, distance to arrival, heading to waypoint, fuel consumption, and more. It also allows access to real-time weather data, daily and hourly forecasts as well as wind, weather buoys, tides, and currents. In addition, users can also place markers on fishing spots to have for years to come! Record your track, take photos and videos within the app, and look back at your day anytime. With community edits, users can also obtain and contribute useful local knowledge along with thousands of fellow boaters, such as points of interest, navigation aids, and valuable recommendations from people with firsthand experience of the local environment. This app is also able to sync with compatible chartplotters to transfer routes, markers, and create your own maps!
TipTop allows users to chat with other fishermen, post photos, and find the hottest fishing locations anywhere in the world. This app collects photos, air pressure, location, wind speed and direction, moon phase, and method and bait used. Collecting atmospheric data from the world’s most reputable sources, TipTop Fish helps you catch more fish! It also utilizes cutting edge scientific technology including the recent research and findings of fish scientists about fish habits and behaviors in order to build a truly complete fishing forecast app. This app also draws from the extensive experience and knowledge that previous generations of fishermen have contributed.
Note: If you own a free fishing app and would like to be included in this guide, please notify us at info@bestontour.net.