Fishing Apps
Find spots. Log catches. Catch more fish.
Why fishing apps?
- Find proven fishing spots near you.
- See what others caught + when.
- Identify mystery fish from photo.
- Log your own catches with date + size.
- Weather + tide info in one place.
- Connect with fishing community.
Fishbrain — most popular
- Free with limits — Pro: $9.99/month.
- 15 million users worldwide.
- Fishing spot maps with depth contours.
- Recent catch reports from other anglers.
- Fish ID by photo — free with app.
- Detailed weather + barometric pressure.
FishAngler — free
- Completely free — no premium.
- Catch logging + community.
- Weather and solunar (best fishing times).
- Fish identification.
- Less data than Fishbrain but free.
- Good for casual anglers.
Navionics — for boaters
- Marine charts for boat fishing.
- Detailed lake + ocean depth maps.
- Annual subscription required.
- Used by serious bass fishermen.
- Works with boat depth finder.
- Best for those who own a fishing boat.
Weather + tide apps
- Tides Near Me — free, simple tide tracker.
- Windy — wind forecasting essential for fishing.
- Solunar Forecast — best fishing times by moon.
- NOAA Weather — free official forecasts.
- Fish Track — saltwater specific.
- Most are free.
License + regulations
- Most states sell fishing license through state app.
- Some states free for seniors 65+.
- Check state fish + wildlife website.
- Apps show catch limits + size requirements.
- Special senior licenses often discounted or lifetime.
- Always carry license when fishing.
Start with Fishbrain free
Download Fishbrain free version first. The fishing spot map alone is worth it. You can see exactly where local anglers caught fish recently. Many seniors discover great fishing spots a few miles from home they never knew existed. The Pro upgrade is worth it if you fish 2+ times a month and want all the depth charts and detailed data.