Charts must be downloaded while online, but can then be used without cellular service for navigation.
Includes Auto Guidance+™ for dock-to-dock routing, real-time weather, tides, and AIS integration.
Once installed, you can purchase the Central and West Europe or Northern Europe map packages directly through the app.
For the most current features and charts in Europe, you should use the official channels:
New users can start a 7-day free trial (3 days in Swedish/Danish waters) to test all charts and advanced features before paying. Key Features (2026 Season)
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The "Boating Europe HD" app, originally developed by Navionics, is a discontinued product that has been consolidated into the unified app. Instead of purchasing a standalone "HD" paid APK, users now download the free base app and purchase annual subscriptions for specific regions, such as Europe. Current Official Options
Subscriptions are required to download updated chart details. For the 2026 season, regional packages like the Baltic Sea cost approximately €49.99/year , while larger Northern Europe packages are around €99.99/year .