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Updated July 2026 · real, multi-region App Store reviews
Head-to-head

Fishbox vs Fish AI

Fishbox 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Fish AI
Fish AI 4.7★ · Free + IAP 75

Choose Fish AI for a more reliable fishing app experience.

Fish AI generally offers a more positive user experience compared to Fishbox, with higher ratings and fewer complaints about subscription practices. While both apps face criticism for their paywalls, Fish AI's users report better overall satisfaction and features.

Head to head

features edge: Fish AIR3R34R63R105
Fishbox Fishbox users often complain about limited features without a subscription, stating that many useful tools are locked behind a paywall R3R34.
Fish AI Fish AI users also express frustration with the subscription model but note that the app provides valuable information once paid R63R105.
ease of use edge: Fish AIR7R28R69R87
Fishbox Fishbox users frequently mention difficulties with the app's user interface and login issues R7R28.
Fish AI Fish AI users report a more straightforward setup process, although some still find it frustrating due to the paywall R69R87.
reliability edge: Fish AIR4R10R100R112
Fishbox Fishbox has numerous reports of inaccurate information and poor reliability, particularly for coastal fishing R4R10.
Fish AI Fish AI, while also criticized, has fewer reports of inaccurate data and users seem more satisfied with the information provided R100R112.
price/value tieR25R34R76R85
Fishbox Fishbox users often feel the subscription cost is too high for the value received R25R34.
Fish AI Fish AI users similarly express concerns about the high cost but acknowledge the app's usefulness once subscribed R76R85.
support tieR16R22R61R91
Fishbox Fishbox has negative feedback regarding customer support, especially related to subscription issues R16R22.
Fish AI Fish AI users also mention poor support, particularly regarding refunds R61R91.
Pick Fishbox if

you prefer a free app with limited features and don't mind navigating through ads.

Pick Fish AI if

you want a more reliable fishing app with better user satisfaction and are willing to pay for premium features.

Evidence note: Both apps have significant user complaints about subscription practices, but Fish AI has a more favorable overall rating and fewer severe criticisms.

Frequently asked

Is Fishbox or Fish AI better for fishing forecasts?
Fish AI is generally considered better for fishing forecasts, as users report more accurate information and a better overall experience compared to Fishbox, which has numerous complaints about reliability R4R100.

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. [R34] Fishbox 1/5 · US Not worth it at all.: Made me get a subscription before I could see anything. Turns out there’s zero reviews in my area. Lots of spots aren’t good for fishing or are illegal, private lands etc. all it showed was bodies of water. I can look that up on a map, not useful or worth the money at all.
  3. [R63] Fish AI 3/5 · US It's ok but...: It made me put in like 10 questions and it said I had to pay "zero" extra money when you have to get the premium just to see fishing spots this is a scam
  4. [R105] Fish AI 2/5 · US Why is fish AI is good in and bad: Fish is super good for finding fish and knowing where the fish are and what location it is at. but you have to pay to use all of it.
  5. [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.
  6. [R28] Fishbox 1/5 · US Terrible UI: I tried this app but couldn’t even login and I am in the trial period, i followed all the instructions but to no avail was I successful. I sent an email to cancel my trial, not sure if that will work. According to their documentation you can only cancel from within the app. Well i cant even get in and based on all the other reviews I dont want to be bombarded with ads. I just want t
  7. [R69] Fish AI 3/5 · US Nice: Very easy to set up accessible, and
  8. [R87] Fish AI 3/5 · GB 3 stars app is ok: The app features are amazing as long as you have money to spend every thing is unavailable with out a subscription so it is ok but a bit disappointing
  9. [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 $35
  10. [R10] Fishbox 1/5 · US You broke it: All the previous public fishing spots have disappeared with version 30.0. The app is basically useless now. Well done
  11. [R100] Fish AI 5/5 · US Fish ai: This app has helped me catch a lot of fish
  12. [R112] Fish AI 5/5 · US It’s great: It helps you find more fish and it asks you a lot of questions of like were you on fish and stuff? It’s really cool. Download it.
  13. [R25] Fishbox 1/5 · US Too Expensive: Expensive
  14. [R76] Fish AI 1/5 · US WHY DOES EVERYTHING COST MONEY: When I first got this app I was really excited. But then I realized that I can’t enjoy anything on this app with taking money out of my wallet. Im usually never the one to complain but it’s really annoying how you have to pay for everything these days. What was ounce filled with fun apps on the App Store are just now greedy companies that just want to run you dry. T
  15. [R85] Fish AI 1/5 · US Expensive: Has you answer a long survey then offers 3 free days followed by 80$ a year. No monthly option, just early.
  16. [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
  17. [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
  18. [R61] Fish AI 1/5 · US THEY’ll STEAL YOUR MONEY: I signed up for a free trial and they charged me for an entire year wrongfully and won’t give me my money back they’re a JOKE
  19. [R91] Fish AI 1/5 · US No refund policy.: I started a 3 day free membership with no choice for a pre cancellation and after I tried to contact all their support team on their email and social media which I never got a response. Overall useless app if you’re not in a rural area.

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