Fish Scouter vs ANGLR
ANGLR is a trip and catch logbook with analytics, auto-logged weather and water data, and waypoints. Fish Scouter is built around a forecast: every species scored 0–100 for the spot you are on, this hour, with the reasons. We make Fish Scouter; the ANGLR facts below are from its own listing or site, checked 8 November 2026.
| Fish Scouter | ANGLR | |
|---|---|---|
| Built around | A forecast: every species scored 0–100 for your spot, this hour, with the reasons | Trip and catch logbook with analytics |
| Free tier | No — free trial, then a plan | Yes — free and private by default |
| Paid price | Angler $9.99, Captain $19.99 and Guide $39.99 a month; yearly 20% off | App Store lists ANGLR PRO $39.99 and Member $2.99 / $29.99 |
| Platforms | Web app on any phone or computer; native iPhone and Android apps in preparation | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Coverage | US only: every coast, the Great Lakes, fresh water in all 50 states | Not stated |
| Where spots come from | Public sources: NOAA-charted wrecks and obstructions, state artificial reefs, ramps, piers, bridges, jetties, kayak launches | Your own waypoints |
| Depth | NOAA bathymetry shading and contours (not for navigation) | USGS contours |
| Regulations | Short summary per fish, linked to the state agency for the current rules | Not stated |
| GPX waypoints | Import on every plan; export on Captain and Guide | Save waypoints to fish finders (Pro); format not stated |
| Offline | Up to five saved map areas; catches queued without signal | Not stated |
Where ANGLR is stronger
- A free, private logbook
- Trip analytics and Apple Watch logging
Where Fish Scouter is stronger
- A forecast before you go, not only a log after
- Charted public spots
- Season calendars for every US water
What is the difference between Fish Scouter and ANGLR?
ANGLR is a trip and catch logbook with analytics, auto-logged weather and water data, and waypoints. Fish Scouter is built around a forecast: every species scored 0–100 for the spot you are on, this hour, with the reasons, plus charted public spots and season calendars for US waters.
Is ANGLR free?
ANGLR: Yes — free and private by default. Fish Scouter has no free tier; every plan starts with a free trial.
How much does ANGLR cost compared with Fish Scouter?
ANGLR: App Store lists ANGLR PRO $39.99 and Member $2.99 / $29.99, as listed on 8 November 2026. Fish Scouter: Angler $9.99, Captain $19.99 and Guide $39.99 a month, yearly 20% off.
Can I use Fish Scouter and ANGLR together?
Yes. Many anglers use more than one app, and Fish Scouter's GPX import and export moves your marks between apps and plotters.
Sources
- ANGLR — App Store listing
- Fish Scouter: the plans and features in the app, About.