Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch

Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch

Wave Weather & Surfing NOAA

31 ratings
20 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 19, 2019
  • March 2, 2026

Features

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Get real-time marine weather buoy data for surfing. Avoid inaccurate forecasts by checking actual wave conditions, swell size, direction, and wind. Receive notifications for optimal surf and access historical charts.

Real-time buoy readings
Wave size, swell direction, and period
Wind speed and direction
iOS Home and Lock screen widgets
watchOS complications
Historic charts
Favorites buoys
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What's New in Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch

2.6.1

March 2, 2026

▶ Fixed the wave energy values. ▶ Fixed French buoys: Gascogne, Golf du Lion, Antilles, Azur, Ajaccio, Vecchio, Calvi, Provence, Sardaigne and Paca. ▶ Added Max Wave Size when available. ▶ Display the wave energy in KiloJoules.

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Subscription plans

PRO Subscription monthly

Unlimited access to PRO features

$4.991 Month
Price Updates
September 14, 2026$4.99
August 23, 2025$2.99
July 14, 2025$4.99
June 9, 2025$5.99
March 21, 2025$5.99
March 1, 2025$4.99
October 27, 2024$4.99
June 15, 2024$2.99
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In-App Purchases

$19.99

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Lifetime access to PRO features

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User reviews

Widget blurred out

Paid for lifetime, and the widget is blurred out on my home screen. No support found on app or website. Will remove review if fixed

Response from developer

Hello, Sorry to hear that you are having issues with the widgets. If the widget is blurred it means that the Pro version is not active. You might need to go to Settings > Restore purchases. If the issue persists please contact us by email from Settings > Contact Us (at the very bottom). I will be able to debug your particular case more in detail via email. Thanks for your comprehension. Regards, Pablo.

User Unfriendly

Too expensive to be useful and the user interface doesn’t work very well - clunky.

Response from developer

Thanks for trying the app and sharing your thoughts. We built Buoywatch for surfers who want quick access to real-time buoy data, wave height, swell, wind, and surf conditions in one place. We know every surfer has a different workflow, and we’re always refining the experience to make checking the ocean conditions faster and easier. We appreciate the feedback.

Petit bug

Super appli mais un petit bug sur la version 2.5.0. La complication pour apple watch ne fonctionne plus il faut cliquer dessus pour obtenir les données sinon elle affiche 0.

Response from developer

Salut Kris et Frank, Merci beaucoup pour votre avis 🙌 Il faudrait réinstaller les complications « bouées » et « vent » si elles ne fonctionnent pas (les supprimer puis les ajouter à nouveau). Normalement, elles devraient se mettre à jour automatiquement après la migration (il arrive qu’elles refonctionnent simplement en changeant de Watch face). Si ce n’est pas le cas, merci de nous contacter depuis l’application iOS en précisant votre version de watchOS, afin que nous puissions vous aider. Cordialement, Pablo.

Great

Great app with great design maybe add better iPad support but overall amazing

Response from developer

Glad you liked our surf report app!! Thanks for the feedback. We will probably add a proper iPad app in our next redesign. Thanks for the review 🙌

Thanks Pablo

I’m recommending this app if you want to study about tsunamis 🌊. I know its for surfers 🏄‍♂️ but when a buoy drops more than 30 feet 👣 people needs to know!

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FAQ

What is Surf Report Buoys?

Surf Report Buoys provides real-time marine weather data from NOAA and other public services, focusing on wave conditions, swell, and wind for surfers. It aims to offer more accurate information than traditional forecasts.

Is Surf Report Buoys free to use?

The app is free to download and offers basic features. However, it also provides a PRO Subscription with weekly, monthly, and yearly options for enhanced functionality and data access.

What subscription plans are available for Surf Report Buoys?

Surf Report Buoys offers a PRO Subscription with several tiers: weekly at $2.99, monthly at $4.99, and yearly options at $9.99 and $49.99. These plans unlock additional features and data.

What devices does Surf Report Buoys support?

Surf Report Buoys is available for iPhone, iPod, and Apple Watch, with support for watchOS complications and iOS Home and Lock screen widgets.

How accurate is the data in Surf Report Buoys?

The app relies on real-time data from over 450 NOAA and worldwide marine weather buoys, aiming to provide more accurate readings than predictive forecasts. It allows users to verify swell arrival directly from buoy data.

Can I access Surf Report Buoys data offline?

Yes, if you are offline, the last known marine buoy observations for your main buoy will always be available within the app.

What kind of weather information does Surf Report Buoys provide?

Beyond wave size, direction, and period, some buoys also provide weather information such as wind direction, wind speed, air temperature, and water temperature.

How often is Surf Report Buoys updated?

The app was last updated on March 2, 2026, indicating ongoing development and maintenance. The current version is 2.6.1.