# Wave Whisperer — Current buoy data for surfers

> Real-time surf buoy data, not forecasts, for informed ocean observation. (iPhone/iPad app by In the Moment Technology LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-whisperer/id6769619488 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [In the Moment Technology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896674486)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-09-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-whisperer/id6769619488/reviews.md

## What is Wave Whisperer?

Read the buoy. Watch the water. Train your call.

Wave Whisperer pulls current buoy data straight from CDIP and NOAA.
Current swell height, period, direction, and sea surface temperature.

Built for surfers who want the numbers as measured.
This is not a forecast.

What you get:
• Your own buoys: the five stations nearest you to start, then any of 109 across the North Pacific
• Individual swells and the average period, two switches you turn on when you want them
• 24-hour comparison, so you can see how conditions have shifted
• Recent data at a glance; press and hold a row to save a past reading
• Swell history you save on your device and revisit anytime
• A rotating compass with swell direction on the rim
• Buoy School: what every reading means, with CDIP's own definitions and links
• Low Light display mode for dawn patrol
• Feet and Fahrenheit, or meters and Celsius; 12-hour or 24-hour clock
• A share card for the current reading

No ads. No accounts. No tracking. Your saved history stays on your device and in your own iCloud.

Try it free for 30 days. After that, a one-time $1.99 unlock keeps it going. No subscription.

Wave Whisperer shows current measured conditions. It is not a forecast and does not tell you whether to paddle out. Always use your own judgment and official sources for marine safety. Not affiliated with NOAA, NDBC, CDIP, or Scripps.

## Key features

- Real-time buoy data (swell, period, direction, temp)
- 24-hour condition comparison
- Save and revisit historical readings
- Rotating compass with swell direction
- Buoy School educational section
- Low Light display mode
- Customizable units (feet/meters, F/C)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Unlock | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-whisperer/id6769619488/reviews.md

### 5/5 — so long SurfLies

*2026-09-19*

I know exactly what swell
I'm looking for, for my spots to go off. This makes it simple. Actual swell data. I've made it a habit of checking daily.

## Frequently asked questions about Wave Whisperer

### What kind of data does Wave Whisperer provide?

Wave Whisperer provides real-time, measured data from CDIP and NOAA buoys. This includes current swell height, period, direction, and sea surface temperature. It is not a forecast and does not predict conditions.

### How does Wave Whisperer compare to surf forecast apps?

Wave Whisperer focuses exclusively on current, measured data from buoys, offering a factual snapshot of ocean conditions. It does not provide forecasts or predictions, encouraging users to make their own judgments.

### Is Wave Whisperer free to use?

Wave Whisperer offers a 30-day free trial. After the trial, a one-time unlock of $1.99 is required to keep the app functioning. There are no subscriptions involved.

### Does Wave Whisperer have ads?

No, Wave Whisperer is ad-free. The developer explicitly states 'No ads. No accounts. No tracking.' to ensure a clean user experience.

### Can I save my readings in Wave Whisperer?

Yes, you can save recent readings by pressing and holding a row, and all your saved swell history stays on your device or in your iCloud. This allows you to revisit past conditions anytime.

### What units does Wave Whisperer support?

Wave Whisperer supports both imperial and metric units. You can choose to view data in feet and Fahrenheit, or meters and Celsius, along with a 12-hour or 24-hour clock.

### How often is Wave Whisperer updated?

The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on September 14, 2026, indicating recent development activity. The app was initially released on September 5, 2026, suggesting a consistent update schedule.

### What is 'Buoy School' in Wave Whisperer?

Buoy School is an educational feature within Wave Whisperer that explains what each reading means. It uses CDIP's own definitions and provides links for further learning about buoy data.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-09-14

Your own buoys. A new install starts on the five stations nearest you. Build the rest of your list from 109 North Pacific stations, by name, city or number.
Edit your buoys from the buoy menu on the home screen. Tap the buoy number, then Edit your buoys.
Swells and average period. Two switches in Settings, off until you want them.
Save a past reading. Press and hold a row in Recent Data.
Time. 12H or 24H in Settings; the default follows your phone.
Units stay put between launches.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-09-05

No release notes.

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