Head-to-head · Marine Software

SERTICA vs DNV ShipManager

Updated Nov 2026
Both researched from official sources
5 checks side by side

Higher score SERTICA #2 in Marine Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 4 of 5 features Visit SERTICA

DNV ShipManager #3 in Marine Software 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 3 of 5 features Contact DNV

SERTICA leads on 0 checks, DNV ShipManager on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

Highest scoreSERTICA · 8.8/10
Most featuresSERTICA · 4 of 5

SERTICA scores higher on our rubric for marine software: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #3.

SERTICA is the better fit for fleet operators prioritizing maintenance depth. DNV ShipManager is the better fit for ship managers needing broad compliance workflows.

SERTICA fits best
Fleet operators prioritizing maintenance depth
DNV ShipManager fits best
Ship managers needing broad compliance workflows

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Side by side

Show only differences

Feature	SERTICA 8.8/10 Visit ↗	DNV ShipManager 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	8.8	8.5
Ranking	#2 in Marine Software	#3 in Marine Software
Best for	Fleet operators prioritizing maintenance depth	Ship managers needing broad compliance workflows
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	Pricing on request	Pricing on request
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	—	—
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features SERTICA 4/5 · DNV ShipManager 3/5
Fleet & vessel management	✓	✓
Vessel tracking	✓ (best)	Not checked yet
Maintenance management	✓	✓
Port & terminal management	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Mobile app	✓	✓
Specs
Deployment	Hybrid	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Links equipment histories, documents, spare parts, and maintenance jobs. Mobile apps support job updates, forms, QR scanning, and offline work. Offers cloud, self-hosted, and mixed deployment with ERP integrations.	Covers maintenance, procurement, inventory and supplier management. Combines QHSE, crew scheduling, hull integrity and inspections. Includes drydock projects and fleet reporting across modular offerings.
Cons	Pricing requires contacting the vendor or booking a demo. There is no free plan. Its broad ship-management scope may exceed maintenance-only needs.	Pricing requires contacting DNV. The broad module range may be more than a focused fleet operation needs. Companies must select and implement modules to match their workflows.
Our verdict	SERTICA is a modular ship-management platform from RINA for shipping companies and maritime operators. It connects ship and shore teams around planned maintenance, corrective actions, equipment records, inventory, procurement, and fleet… Read the review →	DNV ShipManager is a modular fleet and ship-management suite for shipping companies coordinating technical, operational and compliance work across vessels. Its scope includes planned maintenance, procurement, inventory and supplier… Read the review →

S SERTICAMarine Software 8.8Pricing on request
D DNV ShipManagerMarine Software 8.5Pricing on request

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Strengths and trade-offs

SERTICA — where it wins
- Links equipment histories, documents, spare parts, and maintenance jobs.
- Mobile apps support job updates, forms, QR scanning, and offline work.
- Offers cloud, self-hosted, and mixed deployment with ERP integrations.
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting the vendor or booking a demo.
- There is no free plan.
- Its broad ship-management scope may exceed maintenance-only needs.
DNV ShipManager — where it wins
- Covers maintenance, procurement, inventory and supplier management.
- Combines QHSE, crew scheduling, hull integrity and inspections.
- Includes drydock projects and fleet reporting across modular offerings.
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting DNV.
- The broad module range may be more than a focused fleet operation needs.
- Companies must select and implement modules to match their workflows.

SERTICA8.8/10 · Pricing on request
A maintenance-centered fleet platform with mobile, procurement, and deployment options.
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DNV ShipManager8.5/10 · Pricing on request
A broad ship-management suite for technical, operational and compliance workflows.
Contact DNV Full verdict →