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Head-to-head

Fishbox vs Fishing Points

Fishbox 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Fishing Points
Fishing Points 4.7★ · Free + IAP 65

Fishing Points is a slightly better choice due to its more reliable core features and fewer complaints about deceptive subscription practices, despite both apps having issues with paywalls and data accuracy.

Full reviews: Fishbox · Fishing Points

Both Fishbox and Fishing Points offer fishing forecasts and spot-saving features, but both face significant criticism regarding their subscription models and the accuracy/completeness of their data. Fishing Points appears to be slightly more reliable for core features like weather and fish activity, while Fishbox struggles with login issues and less comprehensive data for certain regions.

Head to head

Features tieR3R4R10R11
Fishbox Fishbox provides fishing forecasts, helps identify best fishing times, and suggests lures/baits R11R17. However, many core features, including fishing forecasts and spots, are locked behind a subscription R3R14. Users also report a lack of specific data for saltwater fishing, certain fish species, and inland rivers R4R22. Some users found the tide charts inaccurate R15R32 and noted that public fishing spots disappeared in a recent update R10.
Fishing Points Fishing Points offers weather, fish activity forecasts, and the ability to log catches R62. It is praised for its accuracy in predicting fish activity and for helping users save and revisit fishing locations . However, many users complain about essential features like depth charts, nautical maps, and even next-day forecasts being behind a paywall R61R64. Some users also report inaccurate tide information and a lack of data for inland lakes and rivers, particularly in certain regions .
Ease of Use edge: Fishing PointsR1R2R5R7
Fishbox Fishbox is described as helpful and easy to use by some R2R5R11, with one user calling it "a bit complicated" R5. However, many users report significant issues with the user interface, including difficulty logging in or verifying codes R7 and a confusing process to delete locations . The app also requires users to complete a lengthy questionnaire before accessing features R1.
Fishing Points Fishing Points is generally considered easy to use for logging catches and marking spots . However, some users report the app not launching or opening , and one user noted an issue with location search accuracy . The app has also been criticized for showing too many ads, even for paying subscribers .
Reliability edge: Fishing PointsR7R15R17R26
Fishbox Fishbox receives mixed reviews on reliability. Some users find it "insanely accurate" and effective for finding fish R17R26. However, many others report inaccurate information regarding tides, weather, and fish bite predictions R15R32. Login issues are also a recurring problem, preventing users from accessing the app R7.
Fishing Points Fishing Points is generally praised for its accuracy in weather and fish activity forecasts R62. Users rely on it for planning trips and finding fish . However, there are reports of significant inaccuracies in depth charts and tide information R61. Some users also experienced the app not launching or GPS points being off by a mile .
Price/Value tieR1R3R4R14
Fishbox Fishbox is free with in-app purchases, but many users feel it's a "scam" or "money grab" because most useful features are behind a paywall R1R3R14. The subscription is reported to be $27-$35 annually or $9.99 weekly R4R18R22. Numerous complaints exist about deceptive free trials that lead to immediate charges and difficulty canceling, with some users reporting continued charges after cancellation and refusal of refunds R1R16R18R22.
Fishing Points Fishing Points is also free with in-app purchases, but users widely criticize its "pay to use" model, with essential features locked behind a paywall R64R67. The subscription cost is reported to be $38-$49.99 annually . There are many complaints about deceptive free trials, where users are charged immediately for a full subscription instead of getting a trial, and then face difficulties obtaining refunds .
Support tieR16R18R22R36
Fishbox Fishbox support is criticized for being unhelpful with cancellation and refund requests, with users reporting difficulty canceling subscriptions and being charged despite canceling R16R22R36. One user had to involve Amex to get a refund R22. However, one user did report receiving a full refund after back-and-forth communication with the team R18.
Fishing Points Fishing Points support is criticized for not handling refund requests for purchases made through Apple, directing users back to Apple . Users also report difficulty canceling subscriptions and being charged immediately for trials . There's a request for developer response regarding feature suggestions .
Pick Fishbox if

You are a beginner angler looking for general guidance on best fishing times and bait suggestions, and you are willing to navigate a potentially complex onboarding process and subscription model R11.

Pick Fishing Points if

You prioritize accurate weather and fish activity forecasts and want to reliably log and revisit your fishing spots R62. You should be prepared to pay for premium features and carefully manage your subscription R64.

Evidence note: Both apps have a high number of negative reviews related to their subscription practices and data accuracy, which skews recent sentiment. The reviews for both apps are heavily focused on the free-vs-paid asymmetry, with many complaints about features being paywalled and deceptive trial offers. This makes direct feature comparison challenging as many users did not fully experience the paid versions.

Frequently asked

Are Fishbox and Fishing Points truly free?
No, both Fishbox and Fishing Points are free to download but lock most useful features behind a subscription paywall, leading many users to feel they are not truly free R1R3R64R67.
How much do Fishbox and Fishing Points subscriptions cost?
Fishbox subscriptions are reported to cost around $27-$35 annually or $9.99 weekly, while Fishing Points subscriptions are reported to be $38-$49.99 annually R4R18R22R30.
Do these apps offer accurate fishing information?
Fishing Points users generally find its weather and fish activity forecasts accurate R62, but both apps receive complaints about inaccurate tide charts and depth maps, especially for inland waters R15R32R61.
Are there issues with canceling subscriptions for these apps?
Yes, both apps have numerous complaints about deceptive free trials that lead to immediate charges and significant difficulty canceling subscriptions or obtaining refunds, with some users reporting continued charges after cancellation R1R16R22R36.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R3] Fishbox 3/5 · US Used to prefer this over Fishbrain: I’ve had this app for about a year if not a little longer, and loved it because of the fishing forecast it showed, now all of a sudden everything even where to go fishing is behind a subscription. It seemed like this happened overnight because I’ve even used these features this summer. I liked the forecast feature so much I used this over Fishbrain but reading o
  2. [R4] Fishbox 1/5 · US Eh. Would not rebuy this app: Probably better for freshwater people. No one on the coast uses it, or logs catches. Has terrible ‘insight’ for coastal anglers, and doesn’t even have enough proper options for world famous local fish like striped bass, bluefish, tuna, Black Sea bass, etc. Like for selecting bait. Or where/when to fish. Very little saltwater info, will be politely asking for my $35
  3. [R10] Fishbox 1/5 · US You broke it: All the previous public fishing spots have disappeared with version 30.0. The app is basically useless now. Well done
  4. [R11] Fishbox 5/5 · US Great app for beginners: I love this app! It’s taught me so much and keeps me aware of the best times to fish.
  5. [R1] Fishbox 1/5 · US It’s a scam: The app employs deceptive practices: after installing it, you have to complete a nonsensical 20-minute questionnaire, after which it demands a subscription. There is no way to skip this.
  6. [R2] Fishbox 5/5 · US This is real helpful: It helps a lot
  7. [R5] Fishbox 4/5 · US Love it: It is a bit complicated, but it is good
  8. [R7] Fishbox 1/5 · US Bad: I tried signing in about 30 times it never let me sign in because apparently it couldn’t verify the verification code. I don’t know why it’s just stupid and I would not recommend buying this.
  9. [R15] Fishbox 3/5 · US Tide chart: Your listed tide chart is inaccurate at best. I fish the shoreline more than any other kinds of fishing. I rely on accurate tide charts for my best efforts. The charts you supply are not reliable. Is there anything you can do to rectify it. Rhode Island is where I fish the most.
  10. [R17] Fishbox 5/5 · US Awesome: It is insanely accurate and really good for knowing where to fish and went to fish
  11. [R26] Fishbox 5/5 · US Fishbox: This app will put dinner on the table. Great choice
  12. [R14] Fishbox 4/5 · US I would give it 5 star: I would give it 5 stars but it cost money which I don’t blame them but to use the map that other people document it it’s just unfair in my opinion
  13. [R16] Fishbox 1/5 · US Still charging my card after canceling subscription: Very shady and do not pay for the subscription they will keep charging you
  14. [R18] Fishbox 3/5 · US Subscription Trap: Be aware that it’s very easy to miss the details in the free trial and if you mess it up you will be charged $27 which is NON-REFUNDABLE without jumping through a series of cumbersome loops. If the app wen out and caught fish for me I wouldn’t use it just based on how exploitive the interactions with the team felt. UPDATE: After some back and forth with the team here they fu
  15. [R22] Fishbox 1/5 · US Beware: I bought the service and then 2 later found that they don’t provide meaningful info for rivers, which I primarily fish. I sent an email cancelling well within 7 day free trial. Guess what they continue to charge $27.99. I’ve sent a copy of my dated email cancelling to the owner and he still owning that his company isn’t honoring their trial offer. So now Amex is involved. Beware! Don’t bel
  16. [R36] Fishbox 1/5 · US Apps a scam: This app is a scam, I got the trial version and tried to cancel it after I did not like the app and the instructions they give you from the site on how to cancel it are not helpful, the options it tells you to click on are not there on the app and then they offer basically garbage after they charge you and will not refund your money, don’t waste your time with this one
  17. [R64] Fishing Points 1/5 · US Pay to use: Not worth your time or money. Everything is locked behind a paywall.
  18. [R67] Fishing Points 1/5 · US Not free: Yet another app that seems free on the surface, but ends up being a monthly subscription. Deceptive practices.
  19. [R30] Fishbox 1/5 · US Do not buy!!: App was no help and charged me $28 after 2 days of the "7 day $0.99 trial" would never recommend.
  20. [R32] Fishbox 1/5 · US Wrong info: I have never got a correct information from this app. They’ve been wrong about Tides. They have been wrong about whether they have been wrong about the fish bite. I’m no longer going to have this subscription as soon as I figure out how to do that.
  21. [R61] Fishing Points 1/5 · US Not what I was looking for: Don’t be like me and pay for a year to find out it’s not worth the money and doesn’t give proper depths and charts
  22. [R62] Fishing Points 5/5 · US It’s good: The weather and fish activity make it very easy to know when to go fishing and I don’t need to spend money unless I want premium and they are never reminding me to buy premium its a very good app In general too.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store