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Monitoring your boat is incredibly important but so is it being ready for you when you want to sail. Obviously, we’d all love a full time crew but failing that, VirCru is the next best thing…

A front on view of the VirCru DC Control Switch

DC CONTROL SWITCH

Imagine if you could guarantee that your fridge was the perfect temperature before you arrived on your boat. Or that the heating was on. Or that you could turn the lights on remotely… The VirCru connected DC Control Switch enables you to do just that.

Any DC Electrical Appliance that you have plugged into a DC socket on your boat can be controlled remotely from the VirCru DC Control Switch, meaning you need never have warm drinks again.

ENGINE HOURS SENSOR

Planning your fuel consumption means you can make the most of your time on your boat. Knowing you’ve got more time to sail without the need to refuel could make a world of difference over the course of a season. The VirCru Engine Hour sensor will monitor engine performance and ensure you make the most of your time on the water.

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Getting your fridge temperature just right can be frustrating, especially on the days you want a cold drink on arrival. The VirCru Temperature Sensor monitors the specific temperature of a nominated appliance. When combined with the VirCru DC Control Switch, you’ll never have an unintentionally warm drink on your boat again.

PRODUCTS FOR MONITORING CONTROL
A front on view of the VirCru Hub

VirCru Connected Hub

VirCru’s Connected Hub gives you 2 x Battery Monitoring plus Bilge Pump Activity, our Location Based functionality & more.
(Requires subscription)

£250.00
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The VirCru High Water Sensor and Cable

VirCru Temperature Sensor

The VirCru Temperature Sensor accurately measures the temperature of your fridge, baitwell or whatever you want to monitor.
(Connects wirelessly to the VirCru Hub)

£79.17
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The dashboard of the VirCru App

VirCru Monthly Subscription

The VirCru Monthly Subscription provides flexible, global GSM mobile connection between your VirCru Hub and iOS/Android smartphone.

£8.33 / month
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HELP ME CHOOSE

Best features, best value

2G/4G works anywhere

If you have a boat berthed abroad over the winter - no problem. VirCru can send you data from anywhere in the world.

Best value on the market

Garmin £799
Siren Marine £541
Sensar Marine £418

VirCru

£350

Frequently asked questions

VirCru is a system of sensors that allows you to monitor and control your boat from anywhere.  These sensors offer boat owners three core functions:  

  • Notifications. VirCru ensures your boat is functioning correctly by constantly measuring bilge levels, battery power, water levels and more. If anything requires your attention, the VirCru app will notify you immediately. 
  • Monitoring. VirCru can alert you via the app if your boat is broken into, or equipment is taken. Geofencing functionality is designed to assure you that your boat remains where you left it, even over long periods. 
  • Control. You can use VirCru to ensure your boat is ready for your arrival. Control cabin temperature, humidity and lighting through your mobile device. You can even get the fridge cold before you set sail.

VirCru offers coverage across the UK, all of mainland Europe and the EU.
If you need coverage outside of Europe, we can remotely update the SIM in your Hub and provide service globally
The key exception being the USA – we're working on this!). Please get in touch with our customer service team if you would like to do this.

VirCru is based around three key components:

  • The VirCru Hub - a GPS mobile connected device that connects with the VirCru App on your phone and wirelessly to the other VirCru devices on your boat. As well as providing the connection between you and your boat's devices, the VirCru Hub uses GPS to enable our GeoFence and Anchor Drag functionality as well as monitoring the angle of your boat (listing) and constantly recording the temperature ambient to the location of the Hub.
  • The VirCru App - the main way that you interact with the VirCru Smart Boat System. It is built around a main dashboard that gives an overview of your sensors, combined with in-depth tools to give you the full picture of your boat and a range of inventory management functions.
  • VirCru Sensors and Tags - the sensors and tags available in our product range allows you to customise your VirCru solution to meet the exact needs of your boat. Each sensor transmits information to the VirCru App, and sensors that monitor similar sections of your boat eg. cabin sensors, bilge pump sensors can be grouped together. VirCru’s sensors communicate with the VirCru App in your phone to deliver updates on your boat in real time. 
  Here’s an example of VirCru in action:  
  1. A boat owner uses the VirCru App and VirCru Door Sensor to configure an alert when a cabin door is opened. 
  2. While the owner is away from their boat, an intruder enters the cabin. Consequently, the Door Sensor located on the cabin door detects this movement. 
  3. The VirCru Door Sensor communicates with the VirCru App, informing the App that the door has been opened. The VirCru App immediately sends a notification to the owner, who takes the appropriate action to resolve the issue. 

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