# Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts — Surf, Wave, Wind and Fish

> Global and nearshore wave, surf, and wind forecasting app with real-time data. (iPhone/iPad app by Miguel Canals.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavemaps-wave-forecasts/id6749452038 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Miguel Canals](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830493078)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 170 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 107 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-10-30
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavemaps-wave-forecasts/id6749452038/reviews.md

## What is Wavemaps?

Wavemaps — A Professional Wave Forecasting Platform

Wavemaps is a professional wave, wind, and marine forecasting platform built for people who spend serious time on or near the water. Surfers, fishers, sailors, captains, lifeguards, marine engineers, and coastal professionals run on the same system: the world's leading wave and marine weather models, refined into hyperlocal forecasts up to 16 days out.

MULTI-MODEL COMPARISON
Detailed wave forecasts compared side by side across leading global models, including ECMWF and GFS. Read the agreement between models at a glance and make calls with confidence.

WAVEMAPS TIME MACHINE
Visualize wave and wind forecast maps from 1979 to the present. Replay historical swells, storms, and seasons — and save them as memories to revisit.

WAVEMAPS ENERGY COMPASS
Our signature swell-direction visualization. See where wave energy is coming from, how it's distributed across components, and how it aligns with the coast you care about.

ADVANCED SWELL COMPONENT ANALYSIS
Decompose every wave forecast into its swell and wind-wave components — height, period, and direction for each. Know exactly which swell is doing the work.

WAVEMAPS HD
Ultra-high-resolution nearshore wave forecasts powered by our custom Wavemaps HD engine. For the first time in a forecasting platform, see how waves interact with the seabed — bathymetry, refraction, and shoaling rendered the way you'd see them on a research instrument. Available only in certain regions.

WIND FORECASTS
High-resolution wind forecasts including gusts, sustained speeds, and direction. Identify offshore, side-shore, and onshore conditions for any spot.

THOUSANDS OF LOCATIONS
Browse surf spots, fishing zones, and wave buoys worldwide. Save your favorites for personalized forecasts. Add your own spots and pull wave forecasts anywhere in the world.

INTERACTIVE 3D MAPS
Explore ultra-high-resolution maps of ocean and weather conditions across nearshore and offshore areas. Smooth, GPU-driven 3D visualization helps you understand current conditions and how they're changing over time.

PROFESSIONAL FEATURES
Premium subscriptions unlock advanced capabilities, extended forecast ranges, and deeper data analysis for users who need traceable, decision-grade ocean intelligence.

Terms of Service: https://www.wavemaps.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://www.wavemaps.com/privacy

## Key features

- Global and nearshore wave forecasts
- Custom ultra high-resolution wave models
- Thousands of worldwide locations
- Real-time ocean conditions from buoys
- Interactive 3D-capable maps
- Wave-seabed interaction visualization
- Professional tools and extended forecasts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wavemaps Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Wavemaps Pro | $59.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #128 in Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavemaps-wave-forecasts/id6749452038/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent Tool for Coastal Analysis

*2026-06-26*

As a GIS professional who develops beach safety applications, I appreciate the level of detail and visualization Wavemaps provides. The high-resolution nearshore forecasts, swell analysis, and 3D mapping offer valuable insight into coastal conditions that goes well beyond a typical surf app. It has quickly become one of my go-to tools for understanding wave behavior and supporting coastal decision-making. Highly recommended.

### 5/5 — Top Tier Wave Charts

*2026-06-24*

Just finding this app from a Instagram post.  This is really amazing data.  The layout and options are high level. Great work!

### 2/5 — Not there yet

*2026-06-21*

Seems early in functionality to start charging for pro version. Half the rendered satellite images are incomplete/cropped (literally half the rendered image is a black block). Hard limit on generating images for 6 locations. I upgraded to the pro, was able to generate 6 spots and have been looking at “Cannot generate more than 6 spots per day, try again tomorrow” for the last 3 days. This is the kinda stuff you gotta dial in before you start taking people’s money. Cool idea, half baked.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your feedback! We have addressed the spots limits issue, please have another look. On the image quality, happens at some locations unfortunately due to coverage issues with the satellite source data, not a problem with the app. Again, truly appreciate the feedback!

### 1/5 — Useless data hoarding

*2026-06-11*

Before you can access anything you have to agree to their terms, privacy policy and share your details/make account.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your message. We no longer allow guests users, we believe we have an exceptional product and that creating an account is worth it. Cheers

### 4/5 — Cámaras

*2026-04-23*

Muy buena app en mi opinión le está comiendo los dulces o tiene el potencial de comerle los dulces a Surfline y muchas otras apps de forecast. Lo único que me “entristece” es que quitaron las cámaras (al menos el mini view que tenía). Creo que deberían dejarlo integrado en el servicio gratuito, balanceando así lo que ofrece la app en comparación con otras. Porque aquí no se puede ver el forecast semanal ni cámaras cómo en otras apps (por ej surfline) que si tienen cámaras pero con ads. Que esa es otra cosa que creo que sería buena incluir apps de negocios locales de PR.

**Developer response:** Gracias por compartir tu opinión!

### 2/5 — Can t fit the screen

*2026-04-13*

Can t fit the screen of my iPad stays small , cannot enlarge

**Developer response:** You are correct, the app was not deigned for iPad, but we are working on an iPad-optimized version. Thanks for the feedback!

### 5/5 — Great App

*2026-03-22*

Very Accurate. Easy to use.

### 5/5 — Best Fishing-Surf app

*2026-02-27*

Spot on! ocean intelligence, many features and layers to choose from. Use what best fits your needs!

### 5/5 — Best on island

*2026-02-26*

I am a diving instructor and own a dive shop so surf information is huge for us. This is the best one we found in a long time for Puerto Rico. Highly recommend.

### 5/5 — Bassman

*2026-02-16*

WaveMaps is incredibly reliable and impressively accurate. Its true ocean intelligence. Transforms complex marine data into clear, actionable insights. Fast, precise, and dependable every time.

## Frequently asked questions about Wavemaps

### What does Wavemaps do?

Wavemaps is a comprehensive app for wave, surf, and wind forecasting. It provides detailed forecasts up to 16 days in advance, catering to a wide range of water-based activities and marine professions. The app offers both global and ultra-high resolution nearshore wave modeling.

### What are the key features of Wavemaps?

Key features include accurate wave and wind forecasts, thousands of worldwide locations with personalized forecast options, real-time ocean data from buoys, and interactive 3D maps that visualize ocean conditions. It also offers unique displays showing wave interaction with the seabed.

### Is Wavemaps free to use?

The app is free to download and offers core forecasting features. However, it also provides premium subscriptions that unlock specialized tools, extended forecast ranges, and additional data analysis capabilities for professional users. In-app purchases are available for these premium features.

### What kind of devices is Wavemaps compatible with?

While specific device compatibility is not detailed in the description, it is presented as a mobile application, implying it is designed for smartphones and tablets. Users can typically find compatibility information on the app store page for their specific device.

### Who would benefit from using Wavemaps?

Wavemaps is designed for anyone who spends time on or near the water. This includes surfers looking for optimal waves, fishermen planning their trips, sailors navigating the seas, and professionals working in the marine industry who require accurate weather and wave data.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-04-29

This is the biggest update in Wavemaps history. A redesigned interface, clearer graphics, and several signature additions to the platform.

WAVEMAPS ENERGY COMPASS
A new swell-direction visualization. See where wave energy is coming from, how it's distributed across components, and how it aligns with your coast.

WAVEMAPS TIME MACHINE
Replay wave and wind forecasts from 1979 to today. Revisit any historical swell, storm, or season — and save them as memories you can return to.

REDESIGNED INTERFACE
Calmer, faster, and rebuilt around an instrument-panel aesthetic. Every screen has been refined for clarity.

CLEARER VISUALS
Forecast graphics, maps, and data displays redrawn from scratch. Easier to read at a glance, in any condition.

Almost a new platform. Same accuracy and precision. Sharper everything.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-01-26

This update improves the user interface and addresses some bugs.

Thanks for using Wavemaps, we appreciate your support!

As always, feel free to send us feedback on how to improve our platform, this is our top priority!

### 1.0 — 2025-10-31

No release notes.

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