Seafood Watch

Price and Platform
Free; available via Apple App store and Android/Google Play
 
RD Score
5 out of 5 stars
 
Synopsis of the App
Seafood Watch is a digital pocket guide to ocean-friendly seafood and sushi. The app provides up-to-date recommendations for sustainable seafood. This newest version of the app introduces Project Fish Map which allows users to share restaurants and markets where they’ve discovered and enjoyed sustainable seafood.
 
Pros

 

  • Clean, attractive and easy-to-use design
  • Search for seafood quickly and easily by common market name or use a quick guide for sustainable choices in your region, sushi or choices from the “super green list: seafood that’s good for you and the ocean.”
  • Sorts seafood by sustainability rankings: Best Choice (green), Good Alternative (yellow) and Avoid (red)
  • Suggests alternatives to seafood on the “Avoid” list
  • Detailed summaries of each species, history, purchasing tips and links to nearby places to buy and enjoy the seafood
  • Sushi guide lists fish by the Japanese and common market name making those sushi meals out a little less intimidating.
  • App provides a glossary, seafood industry news, additional information on ocean issues and sustainable seafood recipe ideas.
  • Regularly updated and supported by the well-respected Monterey Bay Aquarium
  • Free. No advertisements.

 

 Cons

  • With GPS activated, the app sometimes defaults to the West Coast Guide – requiring a manual selection of the appropriate regional guide.

Bottom Line    
This one is a no brainer. Seafood Watch is a handy, at your fingertips guide that delivers immeasurable value. It is an essential app for anyone who loves seafood and cares about the environment.

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Marisa Moore
Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, LD, is based in Atlanta and specializes in culinary nutrition, communications and consulting. She blogs at marisamoore.com. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.