Swell Intel

Swell Intel

Surf Forecast Intelligence

11 ratings
7 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 23, 2025
  • July 17, 2026

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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 days
Real-time wave height, swell, and wind data
Smart alerts for optimal surf conditions
At-a-glance spot condition ratings
Detailed forecast charts (swell, wind, tide)
Find and save nearby surf spots
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What's New in Swell Intel

1.5.0

July 17, 2026

Swell Intel has a whole new look. This update introduces a redesigned interface built for reading forecasts in daylight, with a clean light theme, a refreshed dark theme, and an appearance setting that can follow your device automatically. The forecast charts have been rebuilt around a fixed marker line. As you slide the chart, the conditions for the hour under the line update instantly, with breaking wave height, rating, swell, and wind shown together above the graph. The swell, energy, and tide charts now share the same interaction, so every chart works the way you expect. Current conditions now show swell, wind, and tide at a glance, along with water temperature and a wetsuit recommendation. A new Live view brings the webcam, buoy check, current weather, and swell map together in one place, so you can confirm the forecast against what is actually in the water. Daily forecast cards, the spot map, and the wave height chart map have all been updated to match the new design, and a new app icon completes the refresh. This update also includes performance improvements and many fixes throughout the app.

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Subscription plans

Swell Intel Premium Plus

16-day forecasts + 15 favorite & nearby spots

$2.991 Month
14 Days trial
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User reviews

Top Notch

Best surf forecast app out there right now. Great user friendly maps and use of detail. My go to

A Must Have Tool for Any Surfer

In the time I have used this app, it has not disappointed.
The app’s layout is very user friendly, showing the crucial information in a simple easy to digest manner without any fluff, letting me know what I need to know at just a glance.
But for those who want more granular info or future insights just one tap brings you to all the information you could want when planning your next trip to the beach. I have been impressed with the accuracy of the data, and the useful insights it gives to surfers both beginner and professional. I highly recommend this app both to surfers and beach-goers alike, as it will save you the headache and used gas of going to a spot on a sub-par day.
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Accuracy is king!

Seems super accurate. I’ve used it in various locations east and west coast USA. Great app in a sea of wannabes

Simple and accurate

What I like most is how simple it is. I get key info in seconds. It’s really helpful for planning surf sessions without overcomplicating it. It’s been consistent with the swell reports and saves me from bouncing between weather apps.

My fav surfing app

User friendly and accurate. I love it

FAQ

What surf data does Swell Intel provide?

Swell Intel provides wave height, swell direction, wind speed, surf quality ratings, swell period, wind barbs, wave energy, tide charts, and sunrise/sunset times. Forecasts extend up to 16 days.

How does Swell Intel's alert system work?

You can set a minimum condition rating for your favorite surf spots. Swell Intel will then notify you via push notification or email when conditions meet your specified standards, ensuring you don't miss out on good surf.

What are the different subscription tiers for Swell Intel?

The free version offers a 5-day forecast, 5 nearby spots, 5 favorites, and 1 alert. Premium offers a 10-day forecast, 10 spots, 10 favorites, and 5 alerts. Premium Plus provides a 16-day forecast, 15 spots, 15 favorites, and 10 alerts.

Does Swell Intel have ads?

No, Swell Intel does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional premium features available through subscription.

What is the update frequency for Swell Intel?

The latest version of Swell Intel is 1.2.1, last updated on March 12, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and data accuracy.

What devices is Swell Intel available on?

Swell Intel is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the 'supportedDevices' field.

How can I cancel my Swell Intel subscription?

Both Swell Intel Premium Monthly and Premium Plus offer a 14-day free trial. Details on cancellation would typically be managed through your device's app store subscription settings.

What is the age rating for Swell Intel?

Swell Intel has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in surf forecasting.