The smarter way to sail FASTER, SAFER, and more COMFORTABLY.
Boats capture loads of useful data,
Why do our navigation instruments only provide short-term measurements such as wind and speed data?
“We believe we can achieve much more – from optimizing boat handling to predictive maintenance.
It would also be great to have a digital logbook that allows us to easily share our sailing experiences with family and friends.”
Pieritz family, SY Nomad,
after setting out on a round-the-world sailing trip in 2019
Smartboatia GmbH
For sailors, science and the environment
Founded by passionate sailors and technology enthusiasts,
in Travemünde, Germany
Benny Pieritz
Co-Founder
Sina Pieritz
Managing Director
Burkhart Funk
Co-Founder
We innovate the sailing sport!
With Smartboatia you can…
…sail like the pros,
…increase your safety on the water,
…make your time on board more comfortable,
…capture your epic sailing moments and share them with the world.
Our products include the Smartboatia Hub, a powerful device with additional sensors for your sailing yacht, and an accompanying app. Together, they offer features such as sailing trim advice, automatic logbook and real-time GPS tracking, and much more. Thanks to the high computing power, most of these features can also be used offline to optimize your sailing experience even when you sail off the beaten path.
Smartboatia can support you in various areas of your sailing experience
Faster to the barbecue with friends
Better sail trim without the guesswork.
Smartboatia prepares the essential relationships between wind and boat speed for you. You see the true effect of your trim – even with cumbersome thick ships. This way you can optimize your upwind or downwind behavior or perfect the trim for a fixed course.
We are currently working on automated trim recommendations that are tailored to your specific boat and the current environmental conditions.
Together, we will take your sailing skills to the next level.
Carefree at anchor
The anchor watch that doesn’t depend on your phone’s battery life.
Smartboatia’s integrated anchor watch has a built-in alarm that can easily be amplified for deep sleepers using an external speaker or warning light.
And if your GPS has no signal – no problem. Smartboatia also has an alarm for situations like this, to prevent your yacht from approaching the cliffs unnoticed. We are also working on a new feature that will enable alerts via the internet.
With Smartboatia, you can sit back and relax while we take care of your yacht.
... and much more awesomeness ...
Loved by Sailors Worldwide
“We have been using Smartboatia on our round-the-world sailing trip for two years and don’t want to sail without it anymore. Based on the recorded data, we make better decisions while sailing.
This gives us safety and makes many things easier."
Tessa & Hartmut, SY Mersoleil 
“My favorite feature of Smartboatia is the automatic logbook – it is a real time-saver and I can see where I have been sailing at any time. Also, the remote access gives me a huge sense of security: I can see the water level, wind values and whether my boat is safely in the harbor from home – without having to go there myself.”
Stephan, SY Hanna 
Thanks to Smartboatia, I always have all my most important sensor data at a glance – whether water level, wind values or water depth. What I particularly appreciate is the automatic logbook that reliably stores my routes. This is not only a real relief, but also super practical for showing our trips to friends later.”
Florian, SY Maria 
The Smartboatia Hub
One Device, Endless Possibilities
GPS
Reliable backup positioning data when your main navigation system is off or broken. Perfect for anchoring with an active anchor alarm and reduced energy consumption, or geo-fencing in the harbor.
6-axis Motion Sensor
Track heel and pitch to know when it's time to reef, monitor seastate to optimize your sailing performance. Whether docked or anchored, get insights that help ensure a restful night and a complete logbook of your journey.
Barometer
Stay ahead of weather changes with real-time atmospheric pressure readings. Essential for predicting short-term weather shifts, especially when sailing off-the-grid.
WiFi Router
Enjoy an internal boat network that keeps all your devices linked. Easily connect the hub to an external WiFi hotspot for internet access, eliminating the need to connect each device individually.
NMEA Multiplexer
Access your instrument data anywhere on board with the Hub's built-in NMEA WiFi Multiplexer. Whether you're below deck or in a hammock, you can easily view essential data on your favorite navigation app.
LTE-Narrow-Band
Extend your reach with LTE-NB, sending essential updates like GPS position and battery levels for loved ones to follow. Perfect for anchor watch and battery monitoring when you're away from the boat.
Sound-Alarms
Stay alert with the Hub's built-in 86dB piezo buzzer. For added security, you can extend it with an external sound device.
Loud enough to wake you from the deepest slumber.
Voltage Sensor
Keep an eye on your boat's power with the Hub's voltage sensor. Enjoy peace of mind knowing you'll never run out of energy unexpectedly, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted sailing experience.
Low Energy
Operating at just 2-3 watts, the Hub keeps you informed with essential updates even when your nav instruments are off. Perfect for when you're anchored or docked and away from the boat.
Together, we protect our oceans
Our commitment doesn’t stop at sailing. With Smartboatia, we actively contribute to ocean conservation.
In collaboration with GEOMAR, the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI), and Hereon, we are advancing the scientific collection of ocean data as part of the SOOP initiative.
Our technology enables the automatic collection of data such as wind, water temperatures, air pressure, and sea conditions while sailing, making it available to the scientific community.
Recreational boats hold immense potential in this effort, as they travel in large numbers beyond the typical routes of cargo ships and airplanes, providing data from regions that are rarely monitored.
This creates a unique connection between sailing and climate protection.
Every mile counts!
Join in and sail for a sustainable future.
Our Partners
Navigating the Future Through Collaboration
Turn Your Sailing Trips into Stories Worth Sharing
Share Your Sailing Adventures with the Smartboatia Community!
Sailing is more than just a journey—it’s about the moments, the memories, and the stories worth sharing.
Become a Smartboatian today and connect with like-minded sailors who capture and relive their adventures at sea. Whether it’s a breathtaking sunset, an epic route, or a once-in-a-lifetime experience, your story deserves to be told.
Social share your sailing adventure with a fingertip—log your trips, collect unforgettable moments, and inspire others to set sail.
Join the movement. Use #sailorsgram to share your journey.