Ranked #1 for Social Cruising

The Best Anchor App for Peace of Mind.

Stop wondering if you're dragging. Anchor Club combines a precision GPS anchor alarm with real-time community data. See where others anchored safely and how "rolly" the night was.

Why another anchor app?

Most anchor alarms are just silent utilities. They tell you if you drag.
But they don't tell you if the holding is bad, if the swell is uncomfortable, or if your neighbours are dragging.

Anchor Club changes that. We are building the world's first social anchoring network.

Features that keep you safe

More than just a drag alarm.

Reliable Drag Alarm

Advanced filtering ignores GPS glitches. Set your swing radius and sleep soundly knowing you'll be alerted instantly if you drift.

EXCLUSIVE

Community Intelligence

See where other "Club Members" have anchored. Check how long they stayed and read reports on holding quality and swell comfort.

Remote Monitoring Free

Going ashore for dinner? Monitor your boat's position from a second phone for free. Get alerts even when you aren't onboard.

Latest reviews

SV Liquid Sunshine

What is a good anchor alarm? "Hands down “Anchor Club”

SV Amorone

"We searched for quite a while and tried various apps, but something was always missing. Then, in a sailing group, this app was recommended to me, and we're absolutely delighted with it. In addition to the anchor alarm, it has so many helpful features. And the biggest plus for us is that you can connect multiple devices without them all having to be connected to the same Apple device. This way, one device can stay on the boat, and all the others will be alerted if there's a problem."

SV Just Magic

Just installed 'Anchor Club' last night, I think you've got some really great features. The app is really nifty.

What makes a "Best Anchor App"?

When searching for the best anchor apps for iOS or Android, reliability is key. An anchor alarm needs to work in the background, filter out poor GPS signals, and wake you up only when necessary.

Anchor Club goes beyond basic drag alarms. Unlike other anchor apps, Anchor Club allows you to remotely monitor your boat for free, and keeps GPS updates alive overnight using sleep mode, while also integrating social data: We answer the question: "Is this a good spot?" by showing you exactly where other sailors dropped their anchor and for how long.

Whether you are sailing a catamaran or a monohull, using an anchor alarm is essential to safe anchoring. Download Anchor Club today to join the club.

The Ultimate Safety Companion for Cruisers

Are you a passionate cruiser looking for the easiest and safest way to anchor your boat? The Anchor Club app isn't just a boat anchoring app, it is the ultimate digital anchoring companion, developed by cruisers for cruisers, delivering advanced anchor monitoring and safety features right to your smartphone. Say goodbye to sleepless nights worrying about your boat dragging or the unpredictable weather. Download the Anchor Club app today and experience true peace of mind on the water.

Essential Anchor Safety and Monitoring Features

The Anchor Club app transforms your phone into a high-tech anchor alarm, giving you critical alerts and data for secure anchoring.

  • Advanced Anchor Drop Setup: Easily drop your anchor precisely at your current GPS location, a designated cursor point, or by simply pointing in a direction. This ensures maximum accuracy right from the start.
  • Automatic Anchor Distance: The app intelligently sets the anchor distance automatically as your boat settles, streamlining the setup process and ensuring a perfect anchor alarm boundary.
  • Safe Radius Monitoring & Alerts: Set your custom safe radius and receive critical alerts instantly if your boat moves outside this zone, signalling a potential anchor dragging situation.
  • Remote Boat Monitoring: Use a second or third device to monitor your boat remotely. Head ashore for dinner knowing the Anchor Club app is watching your vessel, providing a reliable remote boat monitoring solution.

Proactive Environmental and Hazard Alerts

Your safety doesn't just depend on your anchor; it depends on the conditions around you. The Anchor Club app provides proactive alerts to keep you ahead of the weather and surrounding hazards.

  • Weather Change Alerts: Receive notifications for significant weather changes, including shifts in wind and swell that could impact your anchorage.
  • Air Pressure Alerts: Sudden drop in barometric air pressure is a key indicator of incoming poor weather. The app alerts you to these changes, giving you time to react.
  • Nearby Hazards: The app helps you avoid trouble by alerting you to nearby underwater hazards in your vicinity.
  • Tidal Range Data: Check the tidal range before you drop anchor to ensure your spot remains safe at both high and low tides.

Community & Cruising Intel

Connect with the global community of fellow cruisers and benefit from shared knowledge to find the best spots.

  • Cruiser Insights: Find other Anchor Club members at anchorages, see how long they stayed, and read their reports on how "rolly" the anchorage was—essential local knowledge for safe cruising.
  • Live Anchor Visibility: See other live anchors nearby on the map, a vital feature for popular spots and for executing challenging maneuvers like Med mooring without crossing lines.
  • Favorite Anchorages: Easily store and manage your favourite anchorages and buddy boats for quick reference.
  • Extended Planning: A modest premium (club member) feature helps support the cost of the service and provides you with the ability to see information and members beyond your current location.

Try it out for free

With day and night modes, an intuitive interface, Anchor Club is the must-have sailing safety app for every boater. Download Anchor Club today for free and start cruising with confidence!

We'd love to hear from you if you have ideas to make the app better. Drop us an email: hello@theanchor.club.

Ready to join the Club?

Download now and see who is anchoring near you.