Best Swell Scope alternatives: apps like Swell Scope - Surf Forecast

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Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like Swell Scope 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 Swell Scope

Current - Surf Forecast#1

Current - Surf Forecast by Colin Weaver

Hyperlocal surf forecasts
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7(14 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Get detailed, physics-based surf forecasts for California breaks. See wave height, how waves break, swell details, wind, tide, and water temperature. A free daily forecast is available, with premium features for multi-day predictions and advanced statistics.

SurfMap: Your Surf Forecast#2

SurfMap: Your Surf Forecast by Guillaume Bernos

Tides, spots & session log
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.5(40 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app uses AI to provide personalized surf forecasts based on your skill level and preferred spots. It offers an interactive map for viewing conditions and custom alerts to never miss a great session.

Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts#3

Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts by Miguel Canals

Surf, Wave, Wind and Fish
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.9(186 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides detailed wave, surf, and wind forecasts for water enthusiasts and marine professionals. It offers global and nearshore wave modeling, real-time ocean data, and interactive 3D maps to visualize conditions. Users can save favorite locations and access premium features for advanced analysis.

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A-Frame: Surf Forecast
A-Frame: Surf Forecast
A-Frame: Surf Forecast
by Orlando Santos
Free

This app offers an intuitive 7-day surf forecast with a vertical layout for easy viewing of conditions at your favorite surf spots. Quickly find nearby locations and analyze detailed hourly forecasts and tide graphs.

7-day vertical surf forecastMap of surf locationsFavorites for quick access
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Wave Chicken Surf Forecast
Wave Chicken Surf Forecast
Wave Chicken Surf Forecast
10 day surf & wind forecasts
Free

Get free 10-day surf, wind, and tide forecasts for surf spots worldwide. Access detailed information for over 176 countries.

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EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
Surfing conditions at a glance
Free

Get detailed surf forecasts with tide charts, wind direction, and 7-day predictions. Visualize conditions with stunning graphics and receive alerts for your ideal surfing times. Plan your next session with ease, even offline.

At-a-glance critical surf conditionsStunning visualizations for tides, swell, windPersonalized ideal surfing condition alerts
☀️ Weather
(719)
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7
Duune
Duune
Duune
by Good Occupation LLC
Free

This app provides weather forecasts. It aims to be a reliable source for current conditions and future predictions.

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Surf Captain: Surf Forecasts
Surf Captain: Surf Forecasts
Surf Captain: Surf Forecasts
Surf, Swell, Wind, & Tides
Free

Get detailed 16-day surf forecasts for numerous locations across North America and the Caribbean. This app provides highly accurate predictions in a user-friendly interface, making it easy to plan your next surf session.

16-day surf forecastsUnited States forecastsCanada forecasts
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WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
Wave Forecasts & Tide Charts
Free

This app helps surfers find the best waves by analyzing forecasts and ranking nearby surf sessions. It personalizes recommendations based on skill level and desired wave size, and helps discover new surf spots. Users can plan their sessions days in advance with detailed, easy-to-understand weather breakdowns.

Ranked spot comparisonPersonalized surf filtersSession window analysis
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SafeWaters.ai
SafeWaters.ai
SafeWaters.ai
Surfline With Shark Risk & Viz
Free

This app provides comprehensive ocean intelligence, including surf forecasts, wave reports, tide charts, and AI-powered shark risk predictions. It helps surfers, divers, and beachgoers make informed decisions about ocean safety and conditions worldwide.

7-day surf and wave forecastsAI-powered shark risk predictionsTide charts and predictions
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(30)
free with in-app purchases