ActiveCaptain®

ActiveCaptain®

By Garmin

  • Category: Navigation
  • Release Date: 2017-11-07
  • Current Version: 37.1
  • Adult Rating: 4+
  • File Size: 176.83 MB
  • Developer: Garmin
  • Compatibility: Requires iOS 16.0 or later.
Score: 3.92094
3.92094
From 3,352 Ratings

Description

The free ActiveCaptain app creates a powerful connection between your compatible mobile device and Garmin chartplotter, charts, maps and the boating community. Whether you use your Garmin products for cruising, fishing, sailing or diving, this all-in-one app will help you enjoy your time on the water. Just pair the app with your compatible chartplotter to wirelessly transfer and access charts and maps, software updates, routes, waypoints and helpful feedback from the ActiveCaptain Community. And, with the purchase of the OnDeck™ hub(1), you can track and monitor your boat from virtually anywhere. Please note that this app is intended for Garmin chartplotter owners and is not recommended for use as a stand-alone navigational app. FEATURES AVAILABLE: - ONECHART™: > New Garmin Navionics+™ and premium Garmin Navionics Vision+™ cartography, featuring a Navionics® style appearance, advanced Auto Guidance+™ technology(2) and a one-year subscription to daily updates, is available now for North America and Europe, and coming soon to the rest of the world. Purchase our newest-generation charts or legacy BlueChart® g3 charts from your mobile device, and upload them to registered Garmin chartplotters on your vessel. You will get exceptional coverage, clarity and detail with charts that feature integrated Garmin and Navionics data and much more. Plus, the NOAA raster cartography(3) and premium features can be downloaded for free through the ActiveCaptain app. Visit Garmin.com/marinemaps. - PLAN A TRIP: Plan your trip, or e-scout a new fishing spot before you’re on the water. Then, transfer your data to your chartplotter where you can view your routes and waypoints. - USER DATA SYNC: Automatically back up and sync your data between your chartplotter and the ActiveCaptain app. - ACTIVECAPTAIN COMMUNITY: Join a community of boaters to get up-to-date feedback on marinas, boat ramps and other points of interest (POI). Check ratings, read reviews, and view pictures of POIs to make informed decisions on the water. Contribute your own POI, reviews and pictures from your compatible mobile device. - CONTROL YOUR CHARTPLOTTER: Using the built-in Helm™ feature, the ActiveCaptain app lets you view and control your compatible(4) chartplotter from your smartphone or tablet, even when someone else is at the helm(5). - EASY SOFTWARE UPDATES: Receive notifications about software updates from the app, and update your chartplotter wirelessly. - ONDECK HUB: Use the ActiveCaptain app to track, monitor and control any number of switches with the OnDeck system(1) from nearly anywhere. Door open? Bilge running? Peace of mind comes in the form of text alerts and updates. - GARMIN QUICKDRAWTM COMMUNITY: Download the latest 1’ HD contour maps shared by your fellow boaters, and sync with your chartplotter. You can also upload your own Quickdraw Contours map data. - SMART NOTIFICATIONS: Connect the app to your chartplotter, and turn on smart notifications(4) to see calls, text messages and more on the chartplotter display while your phone is somewhere safe and dry. FOOTNOTES 1)OnDeck hub sold separately and requires an active subscription plan 2)Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations 3)NOAA raster cartography cannot be viewed on echoMAP™ CHIRP and ECHOMAP™ Plus combos but can be viewed on mobile devices via the ActiveCaptain mobile app 4)Helm feature is not compatible with ECHOMAP series chartplotters 5)Check device compatibility on the ActiveCaptain app web page; visit https://www.garmin.com/c/marine/marine-apps/ End User License Agreement: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/legal/marine-mobile-eula/

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Reviews

  • Mahalo

    5
    By Lorenzo RIDGELINE
    So easy, so kewl
  • Needs Fixing!

    1
    By Marsh_Prowler
    Two new Echomap Ultra 2 126sv units with Livescope, installed and registered. THEY DON’T SHOW UP IN MY DEVICES LIST in the app and the chart plotter says NO ACTIVE CHARTS. Devices and Charts are active in my Garmin Account. NOT IMPRESSED!
  • Great app !!!

    5
    By hencjhedc h
    Being able to update from this app makes it so easy !
  • Active Captain

    5
    By Tenere’
    Works well.
  • Makes programming easier

    5
    By Rabidweezle
    Had trouble getting my iPhone to connect again saying it had no card. The customer service was through the roof!!! Finally got it fixed and downloaded waypoints, and open spring current hazards for ice fishing.
  • Good app for the water

    5
    By GeoNV
    I enjoy this app a lot. I was dissapointed to not be able to load the charts onto my Garmin striker 4, but found that having my iPad in a mount worked out great. I have had zero issues with the app. I wish it were a little more intuitive to mark a waypoint. I wish it were a little more intuitive to remove clutter from the charts. Also wish it were able to auto zoom depending on speed. Even switch to fishing mode if you slowed below 5 knots. Also would be great if it uploaded your tracks and you could view them on other devices. But all in all really happy with this app.
  • Ok app

    2
    By aparad24
    No map no contours unless you spend $150 for some kind of mapping app is pretty much useless.
  • Poor software

    1
    By ptstl
    Repeatedly disconnected from chart plotter. Autopilot memory cleared by itself weekly. Constant effort to make this garbage software work.
  • Great addition to any compatible Garmin Unit

    5
    By Xx HMFIC xX
    This app is great! It’s nice to see technology making our on water experience nicer/safer each year. This app doesn’t disappoint and it only takes a few minutes to get it all set up. I would encourage anyone who has a compatible Garmin unit to take the time and download Actuve Captain and link it to your device!
  • Amazing, however

    5
    By Buck432
    Active Captain app for use with Garmin devices is amazing. But, the initial setup and connection of the app can be confusing. Especially if you are not the first owner of the equipment. However, the customer service line for Garmin is outstanding. I was able to speak with a knowledgeable member of their team each time I called. Not talking to a reboot, answering tons of questions. Instead it was an actual person that was down to earth and willing to walk me through each step. I have called Garmin marine support on numerous occasions and the result has been the same each time. Now with the knowledge I have gained from the support team the app is an amazing app.

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