ActiveCaptain®
ActiveCaptain®
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ActiveCaptain®

Seamlessly connect your mobile device to your boat's electronics to sync charts, plan routes, and access a global community of boaters. From remote monitoring to on-water control, experience the power of the Garmin ecosystem in the palm of your hand.

Key Figures

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

3.9/5

Total Ratings

4K+

Publisher

Garmin International

Category

Navigation

Locales

31

Latest Version

42.0

Size

188.6 MB

First Released

Nov 7, 2017
Features

Command Your Experience from Helm to Home

Seamlessly connect your mobile device to your Garmin chartplotter to sync premium charts, plan your next voyage, and stay informed with real-time community intelligence.

Smart Trip Planning & Sync

E-scout new fishing spots and plan complex routes from your couch, then wirelessly transfer data to your vessel's chartplotter for a seamless departure.

ActiveCaptain Community Intel

Navigate with confidence using crowdsourced reviews on marinas, fuel prices, and local hazards from a global network of experienced mariners.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ActiveCaptain®

What is the ActiveCaptain app for?

The ActiveCaptain app creates a powerful connection between your mobile device and Garmin chartplotter, charts, and the boating community. It enables wireless transfer of maps, software updates, routes, and waypoints for various marine activities.

Is ActiveCaptain a standalone navigation app?

No, the ActiveCaptain app is not a standalone navigational app. It is designed for Garmin chartplotter owners to enhance their boating experience by connecting to their existing Garmin products.

Can I control my chartplotter with the ActiveCaptain app?

Yes, the ActiveCaptain app features the built-in Helm™ function. This allows you to view and control your compatible Garmin chartplotter directly from your smartphone or tablet, even remotely.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

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Screenshots

ActiveCaptain® - ActiveCaptain app home screen showing dashboard tiles for helm sync with plotter and marine device management

ActiveCaptain app home screen showing dashboard tiles for helm sync with plotter and marine device management

ActiveCaptain® - ActiveCaptain app interface displaying map contours and community reviews for a boat ramp at Douglas State Fishing Lake.

ActiveCaptain app interface displaying map contours and community reviews for a boat ramp at Douglas State Fishing Lake.

ActiveCaptain® - ActiveCaptain app screen for downloading marine charts with a map of Florida

ActiveCaptain app screen for downloading marine charts with a map of Florida

ActiveCaptain® - Garmin ActiveCaptain app chart store displaying regional marine maps for purchase

Garmin ActiveCaptain app chart store displaying regional marine maps for purchase

ActiveCaptain® - The My Charts screen in the ActiveCaptain app displaying a list of active Garmin Navionics marine chart subscriptions for various US regions

The My Charts screen in the ActiveCaptain app displaying a list of active Garmin Navionics marine chart subscriptions for various US regions

ActiveCaptain® - Interface of the Garmin ActiveCaptain app showing a detailed marine navigation chart with coastal markers and GPS data

Interface of the Garmin ActiveCaptain app showing a detailed marine navigation chart with coastal markers and GPS data

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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This page is not an official page of the app or its developer, but an independent editorial publication created for informational and commentary purposes. Unless expressly stated otherwise, neither the app nor its developer is affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, authorized by, or otherwise officially connected with MWM, Apple, Google Play, the app publisher, or the app's developer, and nothing on this page implies that the app was developed using MWM's services. Any trademarks, logos, screenshots, and other content remain the property of their respective owners.