Swell Journal vs WavePoolMag
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Swell Journal
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Dialing in the surf spots on your coast can be difficult, Swell Journal is a organizational tool that helps you organize information about surf sessions with the goal of improving your ability to predict the surf. After a surf session take a look at the surf report and note the swell direction and period. Open Swell Journal and log that session. Once many sessions have been logged you will be able to make informed decisions about which surf spots will be best based upon your own experiences.
WavePoolMag
Discover and explore over 170 surf parks globally with this comprehensive guide. Stay updated on new and upcoming wave pools worldwide, and gain exclusive insights from surfers. No sign-ups or tracking required.
- World surf park guide
- Interactive map discovery
- Updates on new wave pools
- Exclusive surfer insights
- No sign-ups or tracking
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The free WavePoolMag app is a world first comprehensive guide to the planet’s 170+ surf parks. Stay updated right from your phone. With our interactive map you can explore and discover the latest surf parks around the world. Be the first to know about the latest proposed, planned, in development and open-for-business wave pools across the globe. You’ll also get exclusive insights and user tips provided by our global crew of wave poolers, a dedicated band of experts and everyday surfers! - Find wave pools worldwide - Stay in the loop on upcoming surf parks - Get exclusive tips from expert & everyday surfers - No sign-ups. No tracking. Just waves. - Download for free now & start exploring! If you love the app, please send a 5 star review our way!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Swell Journal at 9.2 against WavePoolMag's 13. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Swell Journal | WavePoolMag |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.2 — better | 13 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matt Burrill | Nown Geo Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
Swell Journal
No in-app purchases
WavePoolMag
No in-app purchases
