Best apps like Good Buoy

Whether you want more options like Good Buoy 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 Good Buoy

SailWindow by DIMITRY BRAZNICHENKO

Editor's Choice

5.0(2 ratings)

$0.99

#74in Weather

This app provides sailors with a focused marine weather view, combining forecast conditions, alerts, and buoy observations. It helps users quickly assess if conditions are good, questionable, or unsafe for sailing.

KayakSafe by Donovan Dunning

Kayak Safety Forecast

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

Chicago Sailing - Lake Weather by DevsInCloud, Inc.

Wind, Waves & Marine Forecast

Worth Considering

5.0(5 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app provides real-time weather, marine forecasts, and buoy data specifically for sailing on Lake Michigan. It includes hourly forecasts, radar, and live camera views to help plan your time on the water.

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Boater Briefer

Marine weather & fishing

Narrated audio briefings24-hour tide predictionsMarine-grade weather forecasts

Get daily marine weather, tide predictions, and saltwater fishing data in a single, narrated briefing. Features offline access, marine charts, and location-specific forecasts for coastal activities.

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National Weather Service forecastsWind speed, wave height, surf forecastSmall craft advisories

Boating Weather

by Blue Whale Apps Inc

$1.99

Get detailed marine weather forecasts for coastal zones in the United States. View wind speed, wave height, surf conditions, and small craft advisories. Perfect for planning boating trips, fishing, or sailing.

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Big Buoy

Private saved fishing spotsSide-by-side wind forecast comparisonInteractive map with wind, chlorophyll, and water temp overlays

This marine forecasting app provides detailed data for fishing and boating, including wind, tides, water temperature, and live buoy information. It allows users to save and privately track their favorite spots with offline access to crucial data.

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Real-time weather observationsHyper-local forecasts up to 10 daysMultiple display views (Main, Storm, Forecast)

This app provides a locally displayed console for your Tempest Weather System, showing real-time observations and hyper-local forecasts. It offers multiple display views for detailed weather data, storm tracking with radar maps, and extended forecast periods.

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Drone Weather - Weather4Fly

Wind Forecast & Flight Safety

Drone-specific weather intelligenceInstant flyability statusWind and gust analysis

This app provides drone pilots with essential weather and flight safety information. It offers wind forecasts, flyability status, and airspace awareness to help plan flights and assess risks. Premium features include extended forecasts and official NOTAM data.

(19)

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FOX 32: Chicago Local Weather

Radar, live map, alerts

Live interactive radarHourly and daily forecastsSevere weather alerts

Access Chicago's most up-to-date weather information, including live radar, hourly and daily forecasts, and severe weather alerts. Stay informed with video forecasts and live newscasts during critical weather events, and get traffic updates to ease your commute.

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