Hezo Scan vs SurfSpy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hezo Scan
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You've been waiting for this, we know that. The scan app has been tested and found to be good. Now you can take off your socks and give your feet the right measurements in a relaxed manner. You will be guided through the process in the app, it's very simple. In the meantime, let's fire up the computer that will program your data into the 3D instructions for our high-tech process. It starts! Simply download the app and send us your data. Let's get started!
SurfSpy
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SurfSpy is your window to the ocean. Built for surfers who want clarity instead of guesswork, SurfSpy delivers live surf conditions and reliable forecasts across thousands of European surf spots. Our mission is simple: make it easier to find great waves - anytime, anywhere. https://surfspy.com/legal/terms With SurfSpy, you can explore unknown coastlines, save your favorite spots, and check tides, wind and swell trends. We combine state-of-the-art forecasting with real-time data to keep you connected to the sea. WHAT YOU GET - Live surf cameras across Europe - Reliable forecasts for thousands of surf spots - Tide, wind and swell trends at a glance - Explore the map and discover new coastlines - Save your home spot and favorites for quick access Starting with 3000 surf spots and 2000 web cams in Europe, expanding worldwide later this year. Surf smarter. Surf easier. SurfSpy. Questions or feedback: support@surfspy.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hezo Scan at none against SurfSpy's 6. SurfSpy's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. SurfSpy sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Hezo Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hezo Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, SurfSpy every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hezo Scan | SurfSpy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 117 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hezo Sports GmbH | Manuel Kohout |
In-app purchases
Hezo Scan
No in-app purchases
SurfSpy
- Local (Monthly)$1.991 Month
- Surfer (Monthly)$3.991 Month
- Nomad (Monthly)$8.991 Month
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- Local (Annual)$22.001 Year
- Surfer (Annual)$39.001 Year
- Nomad (Annual)$89.001 Year
