--- product_id: 450926395 title: "AIS Dongle" brand: "shipxplorer" price: "AED 4" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Ship Xplorer" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/450926395-ais-dongle store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Real-time global ship tracking Dual channel AIS reception USB 2.0 Plug & Play AIS Dongle **Brand:** shipxplorer **Price:** AED 4 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚢 Stay ahead of the fleet with real-time AIS tracking—because every ship counts! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AIS Dongle by shipxplorer - **How much does it cost?** AED 4 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/450926395-ais-dongle) ## Best For - shipxplorer enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shipxplorer brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Optimized for Maximum Range:** Engineered to maximize signal reach, giving you the broadest real-time ship tracking experience. - • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Sleek, portable dongle weighing just 23 grams—perfect for professionals on the move. - • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Windows, Linux, and Mac OS, fitting seamlessly into your tech ecosystem. - • **Effortless USB 2.0 Connectivity:** Plug & Play design ensures instant setup with no software hassle—just connect and track. - • **Seamless Dual Frequency Reception:** Capture AIS signals on both 161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz for comprehensive maritime awareness. ## Overview The AIS Dongle by ShipXplorer is a compact USB 2.0 device designed for dual channel AIS signal reception at 161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz. It offers plug-and-play functionality with no additional software required, optimized for maximum range to track ships worldwide in real-time. Compatible across major operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Mac OS, it weighs just 23 grams and supports data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps, making it an essential tool for maritime professionals and enthusiasts seeking reliable vessel tracking. ## Description Decodes and displays AIS transmissions. Dual channel reception on 161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz. Compact design. USB 2.0 dongle Optimized for maximum range Track ships worldwide in real-time.Plug & Play. No additional software required. Review: Ships that pass in the night. - Does what it says on the box. Review: Buy a genuine rtl-sdr for AIS instead - Forgot to review this as I plugged it in once , saw the abismal performance then lobbed it into the drawer with the rest of the poor performing SDRs. Really disappointed to say the least . I reckon a 40% drop in both Class A and Class B messages and ships on the map with this dongle. Some folk are saying "it depends on your surroundings" etc etc . I live on a hill with an almost 280 degree view of the river and its marinas , ports and mil base. Even tried this with an Uputronics filter for 162mhz and still got around the same msg rate. Use a genuine rtl-sdr dongle with a preamp/saw filter instead nstead . you have been warned ## Features - Decodes and displays AIS transmissions. - Dual channel reception on 161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz. - Compact design. USB 2.0 dongle - Optimized for maximum range - Track ships worldwide in real-time.Plug & Play. No additional software required. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09Y61CM12 | | Best Sellers Rank | 261,782 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 420 in Marine Electronics | | Brand | ShipXplorer | | Brand Name | ShipXplorer | | Color | blue | | Colour | blue | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop | | Compatible Operating System Family | Linux, Windows | | Compatible devices | Desktop, Laptop | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 3.2 out of 5 stars 55 Reviews | | Data Link Protocol | USB | | Data Transfer Rate | 480 Megabits Per Second | | Data link protocol | USB | | Data transfer rate | 480 Megabits Per Second | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years | | Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 | | Hardware interface | USB 2.0 | | Item Weight | 23 Grams | | Manufacturer | ShipXplorer | | Minimum Required Operating System Version | Linux Mint 17, Linux Mint 18, Linux Mint 19, Linux Mint 20, Linux Mint 21, Linux Mint 22, Mac OS 11 Big Sur, Mac OS 12 Monterey, Mac OS 13 Ventura, Mac OS 14 Sonoma, Ubuntu 16.04 Xenial Xerus, Ubuntu 18.04 Bionic Beaver, Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa, Ubuntu 22.04 Jammy Jellyfish, Windows 10, Windows 11 | | UPC | 895758001283 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ShipXplorer - **Hardware interface:** USB 2.0 - **Colour:** Blue - **Compatible devices:** Desktop, Laptop - **Data link protocol:** USB - **Data transfer rate:** 4.8E+2 Megabits Per Second - **Item weight:** 23 Grams - **EU Spare Part Availability Duration:** 2 Years - **UPC:** 895758001283 - **Manufacturer:** ShipXplorer ## Images ![AIS Dongle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61EZ-p200PL.jpg) ![AIS Dongle - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61A+eCiyqmL.jpg) ![AIS Dongle - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wTkuVilyL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: I have purchased this product and it needs an aerial, can anyone advice what type I need for it** A: Any VHF Marine band (152 - 162 Mhz) aerial will work. You may need to look for an aerial that has the matching SMA connector or just purchase a BNC to SMA adaptor. AIS reception is specifically162.025 MHz & 161.975 MHz and you can purchase (more expensive of course) an antenna tuned for these frequencies; remember also that VHF is essentially line-of-sight so unless you are on the coast or high up you won't get very much. The ShipXplorer website is confusing as it says “Works on any device.” And “enables the reception of AIS messages and data directly onto devices such as a Raspberry Pi or Laptop”; annoyingly “or laptop” doesn’t mean Windows. It’s Pi (Debian/Linux) or nothing. I use Shipplotter software via a Comar AIS receiver and feed ShipXplorer. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ships that pass in the night. *by M***R on 15 May 2026* Does what it says on the box. ### ⭐ Buy a genuine rtl-sdr for AIS instead *by A***. on 24 November 2025* Forgot to review this as I plugged it in once , saw the abismal performance then lobbed it into the drawer with the rest of the poor performing SDRs. Really disappointed to say the least . I reckon a 40% drop in both Class A and Class B messages and ships on the map with this dongle. Some folk are saying "it depends on your surroundings" etc etc . I live on a hill with an almost 280 degree view of the river and its marinas , ports and mil base. Even tried this with an Uputronics filter for 162mhz and still got around the same msg rate. Use a genuine rtl-sdr dongle with a preamp/saw filter instead nstead . you have been warned ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ShipXplorer AIS Dongle *by J***Y on 29 May 2026* My first dongle worked well, just like the green version. I've had it in my setup for 2 years now and it still does exactly the same thing. Great product. ## Frequently Bought Together - ShipXplorer AIS Dongle, Blue - ShipXplorer AIS 162 MHz Outdoor Antenna, White --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/450926395-ais-dongle](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/450926395-ais-dongle) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-07-10*