2026-04-12
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Cachly - Geocaching
Released: 2015-12-11
© Zed Said Studio LLC
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Description
Cachly is a simple and powerful Geocaching app for iOS that includes many advanced features that include the following:
- Official Geocaching HQ Partner App
Cachly is an official partner app of Geocaching HQ and uses the official API. Login with your normal Geocaching HQ login.
- CarPlay - PRO
Cachly now includes full CarPlay integration, bringing geocaching to your vehicle's dashboard.
- DeLorme Grid - PRO
For those that are interested in DeLorme challenges, Cachly now has a built-in tracker for each state that has a challenge.
- County/Region - PRO
For those that are interested in County hunting, Cachly now has a built-in tracker for each county. Counties/regions are available for the following countries: Australia, Austria, France, Germany, United Kingdom and United States.
- Auto Load Map - PRO
The new Auto Loading Map option for loading caches automatically as you move around the map. While this option is engaged, caches will automatically load as you move around the map.
- Online Drafts
Manage your online geocaching.com drafts by making edits, adding images and allowing you to submit the log(s).
- Adventure Labs
Load Adventure Lab caches along with regular caches and even save them offline!
- TB Scanner
Quickly and easily scan trackable codes!
- Proximity Alert
Get notifications when caches or the target are within a radius of your location.
- Friends
View your geocaching friends and add new ones right in Cachly!
- Apple Watch App
Use Cachly on your watch!
- FTF!
Show available FTFs on the map so you can be the first to grab the find!**
- Find Caches
Current location, coordinates, search for a location, or GC code. *Basic member restrictions apply. Some features only show for Premium users.
- DNF
See all your blue frowns and turn those into smilies!
- Offline Vector Maps
Maps can be saved for offline use using powerful offline capabilities using OpenStreet vector maps.
- Offline caches
Save caches to offline lists for use anywhere!
- Offline filtering
Filter lists of caches by attributes and other cache data
- Bulk log upload
Upload all your pending logs at once!
- Translate
Translate cache descriptions, hints, and logs from any language to any language.
- Map Options
Choose from Apple Maps, Google Maps, Ordnance Survey and OpenStreet Map online or offline vector maps
- Import & Export GPX
Import GPX files from Dropbox, iTunes, email and other apps or export and share a GPX of any caches.
- Advanced Search
Search for user finds, hides, exclude your finds and hides and so much more.
- Advanced Sorting
Sort the found caches by type, container, size, trackables and many other sort types.
- Navigate to Cache
Find the directions and route to the cache using Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze, Sygic, Navigon, Tom Tom, Gaia and Pocket Earth.
- Log Caches/Trackables now or later
Log them now or save them and send later.
- Log Keywords
Set default text for logs as well as use keyword replacements for common text such as cache code, date, etc.
- Souvenirs
See your user Souvenirs as well as other users.
- Trackables
Drop multiple trackables into a cache
- Multiple Image Upload
Upload multiple photos to logs
- Pocket Queries
Download and view Pocket Queries offline.
- Bookmark Lists
View your bookmark lists and add caches to them. View other users bookmarks as well!
- Waypoints
Create user waypoints as well as set a corrected coordinates.
- More features
Cachly includes loads of other feature that make it the best Geocaching app out there!
*Basic members of geocaching are limited to returning only Traditional geocaches, Pocket Queries are not available, and Custom Search is limited. Basic members are also limited to loading 3 full caches per 24 hour period. This is not a restriction of Cachly, but of the Geocaching platform.
**Premium feature
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
What's New in Version 8.1.6
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where some cache images were missing their image names.
- Restored cache titles in Compass view when viewing live caches.
- Fixed an issue where trackable images were black and not sending.
- Fixed a layout issue on iPad where the Add Photo button and text counter were positioned incorrectly, causing the log text area to appear too small.
Seller
Name
Zed Said Studio LLC
Information
Developer
Categories
Version
8.1.6
Size
458.1 MB
Game Center
No
VPP Device Licensing
Yes
Rating
Rated: 4+
Compatibility
iOS 15.0 or later
Devices
iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air, iPhone 17e, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air, iPad Air (Cellular), iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini Retina, iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th Generation) (Wi-Fi), iPad Air (4th Generation) (Wi-Fi + Cellular), iPad (8th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (8th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th Generation), iPad (9th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th Generation), iPad mini (6th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi, iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16) Wi-Fi, iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPod touch (7th generation), Apple Watch Series 4
Languages
English, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian Bokmål, Polish, Portuguese, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish
App Store: Customer Ratings
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 of 5 (500 Ratings)
App Store: Customer Reviews
2026-03-02
Bug (?) report
Hi Cachly, love your app! I just wanted to report what might be a bug or something to otherwise iron out. I’ve noticed when looking through my logs that, within each date, they appear in the order I must have posted them in, rather than chronologically. For example, I drafted GC1A, then GC2B, then GC3C. The following day I found and drafted GC4D. I went through them later and for whatever reason posted my drafts in this order: GC2B, GC4D, GC3C, and lastly, GC1A. On Cachly, my logs list will appear from top to bottom as follows: GC4D (as it was most recently found), then GC1A, then GC3C, then GC2B.
2025-08-30
Subscription upsel after purchase
I bought this app for $8 thinking it would avoid subscriptions. But for full features you still have a pay a subscription.
2024-07-10
Love Cachly
I changed to Cachly when the previous GC.com changed, not for the best. Have loved it from day 1 and more than happy to upgrade to the subscription, loving the LGA feature
2024-07-07
Limits geocaches
So. I buy this app for 8 bucks, thinking it will assist. I buy the app, and a free member who buys the app can only find 3 geocaches per day. The regular app lets me see more than this. I guess if you buy cachly and geocaching premium it’s good. But don’t buy this without buying any sort of premium. Please let me see what I can on the regular app without having to spend more money here.
2024-05-01
Best Geocaching App in the market
I was introduced to Cachly around 10 years ago and I must admit I did find it a little overwhelming at the time as it had so many features. Overtime I came to learn more and more of the functionality within the app and it just keeps getting better and better. Since the recent advent of an annual subscription I was a little weary as I had paid for the app in the first place, but when you consider what you get and average that cost on a weekly basis. It’s a very efficient and valuable tool and the new features are equally awesome. As such, I now fully support the new subscription service as this is clearly allowing for even more features and the online support is second to none.
2024-04-15
Still the best Geocaching app
I have downloaded version 8 and I still think it’s by far the best geocaching app. I have also just upgraded my iPhone and am very happy with how the new version works.
2024-04-09
V8 is well worth subscription
I am loving the nee v8 with county maps. This will make county hunting so much easier. Many thanks to Nic and his tram for the best caching app in the market ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
2024-02-02
The best GC app.
I’ve tried different approaches to have something better than the original GC app. After finding Cachly, I’ve being using it for years with no regrets at all. Thank to you developers :)
2023-07-08
A must have for Cachers
The premier iphone caching app. Allows access to 3 non premium caches above 2/2 for non premium players, which is worth the price of admission in itself without all the other features it brings to the table. Ability to add personal notes direct to the app for saving online another must have.
2022-05-10
The best geocaching app available for iPhone
Packed with features. Regularly updated. Responsive creator. Undoubtedly the best.
2022-05-02
Great, but not perfect
Better than the official app for logging finds.
But missing some features the official app offers.
I generally toggle between the two apps, the official one to read descriptions and Cachly to log my finds (or failures!)
2021-05-31
Geocaching must have!
Love all the features and constant updates. The developers really know what users want and deliver in a timely manner!
Could not imagine playing the game without this app! 😃😃😃👍
2021-02-18
THE best geocaching app on any platform.
I have been using Cachly for many years now and it is simply one on the best apps available to use.
It’s easy to work around, has all the features you would need and the best part a developer that listens to the customer and will implement any great ideas if able to. And if not will take the time to explain why it’s not possible.
When it comes to the app even after all these years new features are added regularly and I keep finding new ways to use the app to make the game more enjoyable.
Thanks for all the hard work that went into Cachly.
If your looking for the best iOS geocaching app then stop looking and just get this one I promise you will not be disappointed.
2021-02-17
Cachly - ease of use
We’ve used Cachly now for quite a while and find it very user friendly.
2020-06-28
Bug
This app is great. Better than the official Geocache app BUT there’s one thing that needs to be fixed and that’s an issue with the Premium member function. I’ve created a geocache that I set to Premium Members Only (only those with a premium membership can see it on the map). Since then my premium membership has expired and because of that, I can no longer see my own cache.
2020-06-23
Doesn’t show all geocaches
It’s okay in some suburbs but in others won’t show any geocaches in the area (even though I know there are multiple there)
2020-05-22
Great Geocaching app.
Has all the features needed to find Geocaches with ease and also is great for placing new caches.
This has been my go to app for the past 2 years having used various others in the past.
Thanks for updating with new features.
Gazkersh.
2020-05-22
Must Get for every Geocacher!
I have been using Cachly for many years now, and found in excess of 6,000 caches solely with this app! I wouldn’t be able to geocache without it!
There’s too many amazing features I love to remember and list them all, but there’s not much it can’t do, and heaps of things it does that I still haven’t used yet, which says to me that there’s filters and options for every occasion!
Well done to Nick for developing this app, and a huge thanks for keeping it updated and fresh! If I ever see an Apple user without this app in field, I always ask them, Why not?!
2020-05-21
My go to caching app!
I am using this app since a couple of months. Coming from caching with my trusted Garmin, this is so much quicker, easier, and with much more functions.
On the GPS It was always a pain to update the pocket queries, also images of other caches were not easy to import. And having real satellite view was also just a dream. All this is possible in this sleek app. At first I didn’t know if I should spend the extra money for the offline maps because it was not clear if this is a one time payment or a payment per map. Turns out that this is a one time payment, which is great. Cachly is now also my go to app for general navigation due to the detailed TOPO maps, and if connection is available the satellite view.
This app really boosted my caching and I can really recommend it. Only downside might be large file size of offline maps, but for most countries maps can be downloaded per state. Also that no messenger function can be integrated (the only reason I still have the real geocaching app installed), but that is due to limitations by geocaching.com
2020-01-09
Eh
I would of just stuck with geocaching app instead of Cachly if I knew I would be charged the $7.99 THEN for any real access to caches pay extra on top for premium geocaching. Pointless really,
2019-09-18
Great geocaching tool
We have been geocaching for 6 years and tried a number of apps as well as different GPSrs. Cachly is without doubt the best option out there. It is user friendly which importantly means you can get started very quickly at a basic level. However as you want to do more and more the capability is there for you to learn.
It was our goto on our recent 6 week European trip where the filter system combined with quickly created and updated offline lists meant we could manage well despite not using constant mobile data.
In addition the off line high quality maps were brilliant giving us not only the most up to date and most accurate mapping option for us for geocaching, but also it was the best for general navigation both by road and on foot.
Very happy customers.
2019-06-03
A "favourite point" worthy app
Having had to say goodbye to my previous caching app I was pleased to find this one has many similar features and is easy to navigate. The app developer is very proactive in making sure this app runs as smoothly as possible and provides features users really want. Best app on the market!
2018-10-20
So
Love this app so much. When I find myself in an area with some time to spare I can open it up and check for any nearby caches. Tap one and read description, hint, logs then tap Navigate To Cache and off I go. I can even log it straight away from app or create a draft to upload later. I also love navigating over a satellite view of the terrain. Makes it so easy and the GPS is as accurate as my old Garmin.
2018-06-12
Geocaching- YES!
Three stars is too little. I made a mistake. Should be 5 but that’s life. Oh maybe 4.5 as travel bugs don’t seem to be cated for. But as I don’t seem to do many it’s OK.
2018-06-06
Waste
Waste of money. I want s reimbursement’
2018-01-29
Love this app!
This app is perfect for all my urban Geocaching needs. Worked a charm overseas as well. Navigation options with map or compass work beautifully. In fact the only times I get out my Garmin now is for heavy duty wilderness geocaching where I can't get a signal or don't want to risk my phone.
2018-01-21
The best geocaching app!
Awesome features and location services with a great design. Well worth the $$
2017-09-23
Great replacement for geosphere
I was looking for a geocaching app which would please me as much as geosphere has. Geosphere will die with the release of iOS 11, sadly. But Cachly is great! It almost does all I want it to, and is even better than geosphere in some ways. It is certainly easier to use!
Possible additions I would like to see are:
- quick emojis, eg [:)] or [:I] etc can be inserted at the touch of a button
- availability of custom text templates, eg 'I am out caching today with CookieMonster3 and GhostRider today' can be set up and added like a keyword
2017-09-19
Tomboy
I don't find this as user friendly as it could be... But I've paid for it so should persist.
I'd love to know if there is a feedback option so those using it can make suggestions.
2017-08-06
Won't run on an iPhone 4
I got tricked into buying this app thinking it would run on older IOS versions. It doesn't.
2017-05-06
It's wonderful
It does everything I need it to and it is making caching life so much easier!
2017-05-01
Potential Convert
I have been using another geocaching app for a few years, but with limited support, I have to look at other options to find an app that does what I want it to. Enter cachly. I have been really impressed with the clear and concise interface, ability to save offline caches and maps, ability to view source code, and so many other functions. There are a few things that I would like to see updates on, to get it to something more like what I currently use, although as it is, I rate this a solid 4 stars, with definite room to improve.
2017-04-30
Top app.
Very satisfied and better alternative to grondspeaks new app
2017-04-27
Great app
Great replacement for the old geocaching app, easy to use
2017-04-19
Five star ap
As a replacement for geocaching classic this suits me to a T. Loads quickly, and easy to follow, it's a great addition to a cacher's arsenal. Thanks for creating such a useful app 👍👍👍😊
2017-04-18
Forget groundspeak app- this is the one to get
I love using Cachly. The interface is easy to use, it has the functionality I need, both at home and in the field. The logging is great - add many photos easily, and change the date. The developers seem to be aware of what cachers want and how people actually use their software! Great app. Recommend it any opportunity I get.
2017-04-17
Search Options Galore
I really enjoy all the ways I can search for and sort caches when I'm out and about.
2017-04-12
Perfect substitute for the old app
And better handling and content especially without premium membership! Very happy 😃
2017-04-10
Best geocaching app for iphone
This is by far the best geocaching app for the iphone. After the retirement of the geocaching classic app I tried them all. Cachly came out on top for everything I expected a geocaching app todo and more. Caches load fast, time zone support (at last) for those of us down under, offline lists and maps. Worth every cent.
2017-03-14
Classic App is gone
With the Geocaching classic app being closed down, I have found my new caching compainion app!
Keep up the great work
2017-02-24
Good alternative
Like many others I'm having to change from the geocaching app I've used for a long time. This looks like a great alternative. Still learning to drive it but I'll get there.
2017-02-19
I can see caches with difficulty/terrain above 1.5
I can see caches with difficulty/terrain above 1.5 again (without paying a monthly subscription). If you came here to find a replacement for the classic geocaching app (that isn't totally crippled like the new one), you won't be disappointed.
2017-02-14
Could be better
Great app! - at first I thought it didn't allow for other time zones, but a quick response from support explained how to do that. Love it.
2017-01-30
Great app!
Third try to get a unique name.... Fantastic app!
2016-12-18
Fantastic App
I had been using another geocaching app since starting which I thought was great, but then I found Cachly and now I know what I was missing out on. Best geocaching app on the market, well worth the price tag.
2016-12-17
Fantastic geocaching app
Best geocaching app I have tried. It's fast, works well and have a simple user interface that makes finding the info on recent finds, dnfs etc really fast.
2016-11-06
Everything I wanted
This app has every feature I've ever wanted. Can't believe it's taken me 860 caches to hear about it.
2016-07-22
Better than the official app
Having used the offical app for a number of years I was upset when they discontinued it and replaced it with the current new groundspeak app. It's rubbish, hard to use and understand and lacks many features. This app was suggested to me and after only two finds using this app I'm VERY happy - this is the way groundspeak should have done their app
2016-06-22
Great app
Easy to use, has all the features I had and loved in the old official paid app plus ones I had wished for, like showing corrected coordinates on the map and hiding my previous finds. A lovely clean screen and everything well laid out and where you'd expect. Well worth paying for 😃
2016-05-15
H423L
I only purchased this yesterday and already I have found a couple of great features. Logging a cache - wow, I could do everything I needed. Dropped a bug, automatically logged local Australia date and time, everything so intuitive. Saving offline lists and maps is a breeze. I think I'm going to really enjoy using this app.
2016-04-23
Pleasant Surprise - a better geocaching app
The UI was nice and clean, searches were easy and direct access to pocket queries will be a powerful tool in the long run. It's not as intuitive as I'd like but it runs miles over the default app at this point.