hbond vs Surf Progress
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
hbond
This app provides state-recognized sports professionals with exclusive access to preferential pricing on equipment. It negotiates the best deals directly with brands, aiming to highlight the value and influence of certified sports professionals.
- Exclusive professional pricing
- Negotiated brand deals
- Equipment purchase access
- Valorization of sports professionals
- Certified user accounts
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hbond® is simple: Do you have a state-recognized certification from the Ministry of Sports? If so, get the best prices on your gear by downloading the hbond® app and creating an account. It can sometimes be a hassle to join a brand’s professional program, but hbond® makes it very easy for these users (the pros) to access preferential rates. hbond® negotiates the best benefits with brands for these certified users. hbond®’s mission is to highlight the many qualities of state-certified sports professionals. The influence of pros far exceeds that of many social media influencers. hbond® exists to champion the legitimacy of pros. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Surf Progress
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SurfProgress helps you track and improve your surfing with a structured skill tree from beginner to advanced. Built by an ISA surf coach, for surfers. Structured Progression Over 100 skills across 4 levels, from popping up in whitewater to performance turns. Each skill has clear goals and XP rewards. Track Your Journey Log your surf sessions across the globe, complete new skills, and watch your rank rise. Earn XP and climb from Kook to Pro. Connect with Friends Share your username so friends can follow your progress. See their ranks and XP, and stay motivated together. Built for Surfers Minimal design, offline-first, and focused on what matters: getting better in the water.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Surf Progress at every 4 days against hbond's every 6 weeks. hbond's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). 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.
hbond ships an update every 6 weeks, Surf Progress every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | hbond | Surf Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | hbond | Max Frings |
In-app purchases
hbond
No in-app purchases
Surf Progress
No in-app purchases









