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Harbour Assist vs Kongsberg Maritime

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Harbour Assist

Maritime

Marina, harbour and boatyard management software for United Kingdom and European operators

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Kongsberg Maritime logo

Kongsberg Maritime

Maritime

Complete maritime technology solutions

From
$25000/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Harbour Assist no pricing is published, and the mandatory setup and data migration fee means the first-year cost is materially above the recurring subscription, which is easy to miss when budgeting.; Kongsberg Maritime no pricing published on website, requires direct vendor contact
  • They diverge on capability: Harbour Assist covers Berth and mooring management, Kongsberg Maritime covers ECDIS navigation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Harbour Assist and Kongsberg Maritime actually diverge.

Attributes where Harbour Assist and Kongsberg Maritime differ
AttributeHarbour AssistKongsberg Maritime
Starting priceOn request$25000/one-time
Pricing modelquoteone-time
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidEmbedded, Windows
FoundedUnknown1946

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Maritime).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Harbour Assist

  • Berth and mooring management
  • Contracts and licences
  • Recurring invoicing
  • Customer portal
  • Boatyard work orders
  • Team tasking
  • Online reservations
  • Reporting

Only in Kongsberg Maritime

  • ECDIS navigation
  • Bridge automation
  • Dynamic positioning
  • Vessel control
  • Propulsion systems
  • Sensors
  • Communication systems
  • Embedded support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Harbour Assist

  • A trust port managing several hundred moorings with annual licence renewals and arrears chasingnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • A sailing club combining membership, berthing and bar accounts under one customer recordnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • A boatyard scheduling lifts and winter storage alongside berth contractsnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • A harbour office cutting phone traffic by moving invoice payment and service requests to a customer portalnot Kongsberg Maritime

Kongsberg Maritime

  • Ship automation and propulsion control for commercial cargo vesselsnot Harbour Assist
  • Bridge system integration for navigation and vessel operationnot Harbour Assist
  • Emissions reduction through hybrid and electric propulsion systemsnot Harbour Assist
  • Engine room automation and electrical power managementnot Harbour Assist
  • 24/7 global maritime customer support and vessel upgradesnot Harbour Assist

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Harbour Assist

  • No pricing is published, and the mandatory setup and data migration fee means the first-year cost is materially above the recurring subscription, which is easy to miss when budgeting.
  • The vendor explicitly does not discount, so a small harbour has no negotiating room even when the entry point is a stretch for its budget.
  • Ownership by ClearCourse, a private-equity-backed consolidator of vertical software, brings the pricing and roadmap risks that come with that model, and buyers should ask about uplift terms before committing.
  • It is built for United Kingdom and Irish harbour practice, so an operator elsewhere gets a system full of concepts that do not match local regulation.
  • There is no marketplace or booking demand attached, so unlike Dockwa it fills no berths for you; visitor income still depends on your own marketing.

Kongsberg Maritime

  • No pricing published on website, requires direct vendor contact
  • Quote-based pricing model, no transparent pricing tiers
  • 24/7 global support across 20 countries increases operational costs
  • Specialized maritime systems may require custom integrations

Pricing, plan by plan

Harbour Assist

On request
  • Harbour Assist$undefined/month
    • Quoted by size and complexity of the operation
    • Directory listings place the entry point near GBP 400 per month
    • Mandatory setup and installation fee covering customisation, data migration and training

Kongsberg Maritime

$25000/one-time
  • Integrated Bridge$150000/one-time
    • ECDIS
    • Radar
    • Automation

Which should you pick?

Choose Harbour Assist if

  • You need berth and mooring management.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want contracts and licences.
Harbour Assist review

Choose Kongsberg Maritime if

  • You need ecdis navigation.
  • You work on Embedded, Windows.
  • You also want bridge automation.
Kongsberg Maritime review

Questions people ask

Is Harbour Assist or Kongsberg Maritime better?
Neither clearly leads. Harbour Assist starts at On request and Kongsberg Maritime at $25000/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Harbour Assist or Kongsberg Maritime?
Harbour Assist starts at On request and Kongsberg Maritime at $25000/one-time.
Does Harbour Assist or Kongsberg Maritime run on more platforms?
Harbour Assist runs on Web, iOS, Android. Kongsberg Maritime runs on Embedded, Windows.
What is Harbour Assist best used for?
Harbour Assist is most often used for a trust port managing several hundred moorings with annual licence renewals and arrears chasing, a sailing club combining membership, berthing and bar accounts under one customer record, a boatyard scheduling lifts and winter storage alongside berth contracts, a harbour office cutting phone traffic by moving invoice payment and service requests to a customer portal. Of those, a trust port managing several hundred moorings with annual licence renewals and arrears chasing and a sailing club combining membership, berthing and bar accounts under one customer record are not what Kongsberg Maritime is typically brought in for.
What can Harbour Assist do that Kongsberg Maritime cannot?
Harbour Assist covers Berth and mooring management, Contracts and licences, Recurring invoicing, Customer portal. Kongsberg Maritime covers ECDIS navigation, Bridge automation, Dynamic positioning, Vessel control.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Harbour Assist: How much does Harbour Assist cost?

It is quoted by size and complexity. Directory listings put the entry point near 400 pounds a month, and every client also pays a setup fee for customisation, migration and training.

Kongsberg Maritime: How much does Kongsberg Maritime cost?

Kongsberg Maritime does not publish pricing on its website. Pricing depends on the specific maritime solutions and vessel systems you need. Contact their sales team for a custom quote based on your vessel type, integration requirements, and service level needs.

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Harbour Assist: Does it bring visitor bookings?

No. It takes online visitor reservations through your own website but has no consumer marketplace, so demand generation remains your responsibility.

Kongsberg Maritime: Does Kongsberg Maritime offer support contracts?

Yes. Kongsberg Maritime provides 24/7 global customer support across 20 countries with onsite, remote, and digital support options. Support is included as part of lifecycle services from newbuild through decommissioning, but specific support contract terms and costs are not published and must be negotiated directly.

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Harbour Assist: Who owns it?

ClearCourse, a private-equity-backed group that acquires vertical software businesses in the United Kingdom.

Kongsberg Maritime: What is the licensing model for Kongsberg Maritime systems?

Kongsberg Maritime does not publish licensing details online. Systems are typically sold based on vessel specifications and specific use cases. Licensing and subscription models are handled on a per-contract basis. Contact sales for information about licensing options and associated costs.

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Harbour Assist: Does it handle swinging moorings and drying berths?

Yes, and that is one of the reasons British harbours choose it over marina software designed around American pontoon dockage.

Kongsberg Maritime: Are there any included services with Kongsberg Maritime systems?

Yes. Kongsberg Maritime includes lifecycle services spanning from newbuild vessels through decommissioning. This includes 24/7 support, system integration, and remote monitoring capabilities. Specific inclusions and costs vary by contract and the systems you purchase.

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