Best Buoys alternatives: apps like Buoys: Live Ocean Data

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10 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like Buoys or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Buoys

NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather#1

NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather by CurrentBlack LLC

Tides, wind & wave forecasts
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.9(14 ratings)
Free
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Access live NOAA buoy observations, NWS marine forecasts, and tide predictions on a single map. Get real-time data on wind, waves, temperature, and more, directly from official sources. Ideal for boaters, anglers, and surfers seeking accurate water conditions.

More apps like Buoys

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NOAA Marine Weather. Buoy Tide
NOAA Marine Weather. Buoy Tide
NOAA Marine Weather. Buoy Tide
View accu seas information: US
Free

Get live NOAA buoy weather data for marine activities. Check wave height, wind speed, tides, and nearby ocean conditions. Features include a map, station details, and customizable alerts.

Live NOAA buoy dataWave height, wind speed, tidesInteractive map of stations
☀️ Weather
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free with in-app purchases
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Tide Buoy
Tide Buoy
Tide Buoy
Accurate Tides, Right Location
Free

Quickly access tide charts, surf conditions, and marine weather for your current location. Designed for surfers, anglers, and boaters, it provides clear visual data for coastal activities.

Clear tide chartsNearby tide station dataSurf and marine conditions
☀️ Weather
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free with in-app purchases
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RipCat: Tides, Buoys & Marine
RipCat: Tides, Buoys & Marine
RipCat: Tides, Buoys & Marine
Surf, Fish & Boat with NOAA
Free

Access professional tide charts and forecasts for surfing, fishing, and coastal exploration. Features interactive visualizations, real-time alerts, and printable calendars. Integrates with Apple Watch and offers home screen widgets.

Interactive tide charts48-hour forecastsThousands of NOAA tide stations
☀️ Weather
(6)
free with in-app purchases
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Ocean Pulse
Ocean Pulse
Ocean Pulse
NOAA buoy data, artfully.
Free

Visualize real-time NOAA buoy data as a dynamic, glowing map. Understand ocean conditions like swell direction, wave period, and height through intuitive visual cues rather than numbers. Access detailed conditions for over 170 buoys across various ocean regions.

Real-time NOAA buoy data visualizationColor-coded swell directionPulse speed indicates wave period
☀️ Weather
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free
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NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
Live Marine Weather & Waves
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from NOAA buoys, including wave heights, temperatures, and wind conditions. Features an interactive map to find nearby stations and view live camera feeds for informed coastal and water activities.

Live marine weather dataReal-time wave heights and periodsWater and air temperatures
☀️ Weather
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ad-supported
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Swell Intel
Swell Intel
Swell Intel
Surf Forecast Intelligence
Free

Get detailed surf forecasts, real-time conditions, and smart alerts to find the best waves. Plan your surf trips with up to 16-day forecasts and easily scan spot conditions at a glance. Receive notifications when conditions meet your standards, ensuring you never miss a good session.

Detailed surf forecasts up to 16 daysReal-time wave height, swell, and wind dataSmart alerts for optimal surf conditions
☀️ Weather
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freemium
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Saltwater Tides & Forecast
Saltwater Tides & Forecast
Saltwater Tides & Forecast
Fishing Weather & Solunar
Free
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