--- product_id: 434598479 title: "AIS Dongle" brand: "shipxplorer" price: "₱8384" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 2 category: "Ship Xplorer" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/434598479-ais-dongle store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Global real-time ship tracking Dual channel AIS reception USB 2.0 Plug & Play AIS Dongle **Brand:** shipxplorer **Price:** ₱8384 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚢 Navigate the seas of data with AIS Dongle — your real-time maritime radar! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AIS Dongle by shipxplorer - **How much does it cost?** ₱8384 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/434598479-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 AIS signal reception so you never miss a vessel in your vicinity. - • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Sleek 9x2x1 cm form factor weighing only 23g fits perfectly in any mobile or desktop setup. - • **Real-Time Global Ship Tracking:** Stay connected to worldwide maritime traffic live—perfect for professionals who demand up-to-the-minute data. - • **Effortless USB 2.0 Connectivity:** Plug & Play design means zero setup hassle—just connect and start tracking instantly. - • **Seamless Dual Frequency Reception:** Catch every AIS signal on 161.975 & 162.025 MHz simultaneously for unmatched coverage. ## Overview The ShipXplorer AIS Dongle is a compact USB 2.0 device designed for dual channel AIS reception on marine frequencies 161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz. It enables real-time global ship tracking by decoding AIS transmissions directly to laptops or Raspberry Pi devices without additional software. Lightweight and plug & play, it offers optimized range performance for maritime professionals and enthusiasts alike. ## Description The ShipXplorer AIS Dongle is a dual channel AIS USB Receiver dongle, which allows the reception of AIS messages directly to your devices laptop such as a Raspberry Pi or Laptop via USB Review: works fine and perfect - Just download ais_share app on your android then open ur application which is opencpn and share the udp ip and the port on connection setting then it will show all the ships nearby .. Review: Poor Design - Very poor design, there are no heat sinks or metal casing to protect RTL-SDR chips which get hot during normal operations and frequency can shift due to that. case is plastic with openings that make it not weather proofed and can not be placed outdoor. signal reception is much weaker than RTL-SDR V3 / V4. The only advantage is the added PBF for AIS band 162MHz. Buying RTL-SDR with external PBF is much better option. ## 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 | #100,097 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #708 in USB Computer Network Adapters | | Brand | ShipXplorer | | Built-In Media | USB AIS Receiver | | Color | Blue | | Colour | Blue | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop | | Compatible devices | Desktop, Laptop | | Customer Reviews | 3.1 out of 5 stars 51 Reviews | | Data Link Protocol | USB | | Data Transfer Rate | 480 Megabits Per Second | | Data link protocol | USB | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years | | Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 | | Hardware interface | USB 2.0 | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9L x 2W x 1H centimeters | | Item Type Name | Ship Tracker | | Item Weight | 23 Grams | | Manufacturer | ShipXplorer | | Product dimensions | 9L x 2W x 1H centimeters | | UPC | 895758001283 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ShipXplorer - **Colour:** Blue - **Compatible devices:** Desktop, Laptop - **Hardware interface:** USB 2.0 - **Product dimensions:** 9L x 2W x 1H centimeters ## 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: Does this dongle has a builtin lna and 162 mhz filter?** A: Yes ... loaded it up on my Raspberry Pi 4 along with PiAware and didn't have any problems working side-by-side. The antenna they sell for it is the same as the ADS-B antennas for some reason. Wavelength of 162Mhz is ~6ft. Wavelength of 1090Mhz is about 10 inches. The antenna is about 26 inches. For AIS that means it is about a 1/3 dipole and for ADS-B it is ~2.5 dipole ... Recommend getting antennas with better matches to 1, 1/2 or 1/4 dipole for best performance. **Q: Which antenna is required with the shipxplorer ais dongle?** A: Hello.I use a normal vhf antenna you can find cheap vhf antennas on ebay. Regards Janne ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ works fine and perfect *by M***. on 26 December 2023* Just download ais_share app on your android then open ur application which is opencpn and share the udp ip and the port on connection setting then it will show all the ships nearby .. ### ⭐ Poor Design *by M***H on 21 February 2025* Very poor design, there are no heat sinks or metal casing to protect RTL-SDR chips which get hot during normal operations and frequency can shift due to that. case is plastic with openings that make it not weather proofed and can not be placed outdoor. signal reception is much weaker than RTL-SDR V3 / V4. The only advantage is the added PBF for AIS band 162MHz. Buying RTL-SDR with external PBF is much better option. ## 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.ph/products/434598479-ais-dongle](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/434598479-ais-dongle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*