WavePoolMag vs Shacked
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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!
Shacked
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Shacked gives you live surf conditions for 200+ spots worldwide — updated every 15 minutes. WHAT YOU GET - Live wave height, period and swell direction - Wind speed, gusts and water temperature - Best surf window today — know exactly when to paddle out - 7-day forecast with color-coded charts - AI surf report tailored to your skill level - Wetsuit recommendation based on water temp - Swell alerts — get emailed when your spot fires - Save your favourite spots and sync across devices Built for surfers who want the data, fast. No fluff, no subscriptions required. 200+ spots across Europe, Indonesia, Hawaii, Australia, California, and more.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: WavePoolMag at 13 against Shacked's 15.0. 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 | WavePoolMag | Shacked |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 13 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nown Geo Pty Ltd | designvenue.net |
In-app purchases
WavePoolMag
No in-app purchases
Shacked
No in-app purchases
