Now on iOS & Android
Everything your boat needs, before you leave the dock.
Checklists, float plans, live NOAA conditions, and safety guidance — in one calm, ad-free app built for recreational boaters.
1-month free trial · No ads, ever · Cancel anytimePre-Departure Checklist
Features
The hundred little things, handled.
HelmKeeper keeps your vessel, your plans, and your safety in one place — so the only thing on your mind is the water ahead.
Pre-departure checklists
Build a checklist for each boat and tap through it every time. Then text a "what to bring" list to your crew so they arrive ready.
One-tap float plans
File a float plan in seconds and share it with someone ashore — the safety step everyone skips because it's a hassle, made effortless.
Live marine conditions
Real-time tides, currents, buoys, and NWS forecasts from thousands of NOAA stations, on a map — right where you are.
Safety & distress guidance
Calm, step-by-step help when it counts: VHF Channel 16 reference, a distress script, tow contacts, and an anchor-scope calculator.
Vessel records
Keep your boats, maintenance history, and insurance details organized and at hand — synced to your account and available offline.
100% ad-free
A premium, distraction-free experience with strict battery and data discipline. No pop-ups, no banners — just the tools, when you need them.
A look inside
Designed for the helm, not the couch.
Real screens from the HelmKeeper app.
Pricing
Simple, honest pricing.
Start with a 1-month free trial. Cancel anytime. No ads, no upsells at the helm.
Monthly
- Every feature
- 1-month free trial
- Cancel anytime
Yearly
- Everything in Monthly
- Best value for the season
- 1-month free trial
Lifetime
- Pay once, yours forever
- All core features
- No subscription
Prices in USD. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends.
FAQ
Good questions.
What is HelmKeeper?
HelmKeeper is a mobile app for recreational boat owners. It combines pre-departure and maintenance checklists, one-tap float plans, live NOAA tides, currents, buoys and NWS forecasts, vessel records, and safety and distress guidance — in one calm, ad-free app for iOS and Android.
How much does it cost?
$1.99 per month, $9.99 per year (a 58% saving), or $39.99 once for lifetime access. Every plan starts with a 1-month free trial and can be canceled anytime.
Which devices are supported?
HelmKeeper is available on iPhone (iOS) and Android phones. It's local-first, so your saved data opens instantly, even without a connection.
Where does the weather and tide data come from?
Live conditions are sourced from public NOAA and National Weather Service data. HelmKeeper is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by NOAA or the NWS.
Is HelmKeeper a replacement for proper safety equipment or training?
No. HelmKeeper is an informational and organizational tool, not a substitute for seamanship, official charts, official forecasts, or emergency services. In an emergency on the water, contact the U.S. Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16 or call 911.
A tool, not a replacement for seamanship. HelmKeeper is an informational aid — not a substitute for proper training, official charts, official forecasts, or emergency services. In an emergency, contact the U.S. Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16 or call 911. Always rely on official sources and your own judgment.
Leave the dock with a clear head.
Join the boaters who let HelmKeeper sweat the details.