Comparison

WavePoolMag vs Soorf

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • World surf park guide
  • Interactive map discovery
  • Updates on new wave pools
  • Exclusive surfer insights
  • No sign-ups or tracking
Features
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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! 

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About

Soorf

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The app just works. Check all the necessary sea condition for world wide in the palm of your hand, and plan your surfing trips to get the most of your day. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WavePoolMag4 screens
Soorf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WavePoolMag at none against Soorf's 2. WavePoolMag also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Soorf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. WavePoolMag asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WavePoolMag ships an update every 3 weeks, Soorf monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
WavePoolMag versus Soorf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWavePoolMagSoorf
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNown Geo Pty LtdGARAT BERASATEGI ONATIBIA

In-app purchases

None

WavePoolMag

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Soorf

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Forecast Data$1.991 Month
  • Unlimited Forecast Data7 Days trial$11.991 Year

Questions

Is WavePoolMag free?
WavePoolMag is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Soorf free?
Soorf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WavePoolMag or Soorf have ads?
Neither WavePoolMag nor Soorf shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WavePoolMag or Soorf?
WavePoolMag ships an update every 3 weeks, and Soorf monthly. Most recently, WavePoolMag was updated on October 6, 2026 and Soorf on October 11, 2026.

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