# iKitesurf vs Wavemaps

The clearest difference is update cadence: iKitesurf at every 2 weeks against Wavemaps's every 3 months. iKitesurf also leads on ratings volume (2K vs 236). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iKitesurf sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Wavemaps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Wavemaps holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iKitesurf has 2K ratings behind it against 236, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of iKitesurf's written reviews are positive against 88% of Wavemaps's.

iKitesurf ships an update every 2 weeks, Wavemaps every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iKitesurf | Wavemaps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ikitesurf-weather-and-waves/id555643284/reviews) | **[4.9 (236 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavemaps-wave-forecasts/id6749452038/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 236 |
| Positive reviews | 81.1% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | #121 |
| Size | 133 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WeatherFlow](https://appshunter.io/developer/317992028) | [Miguel Canals](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830493078) |

## What reviewers say

### iKitesurf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ikitesurf-weather-and-waves/id555643284)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get hyper-local wind and weather forecasts for kitesurfing, kiteboarding, and kite foiling. Access real-time data from proprietary weather stations and government sources, with customizable alerts and detailed forecast maps.

**Highlights:** Proprietary Tempest Weather Systems, Real-time local weather data, AI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting, Customizable wind alerts, Live and forecasted wind maps, Coastal observations and marine forecasts, Apple Watch compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| Plus | $5.49 | per month |
| Gold | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro - Pay As You Go (auto-renewing) | $19.99 | per month |
| Gold | $21.99 | per month |
| Plus | $44.99 | per year |
| Plus | $44.99 | per year |
| Pro | $119.99 | per year |
| Gold | $179.99 | per year |
| Gold | $179.99 | per year |
| Pro - Pay As You Go (3 Months) | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate wind forecasts
- 🚀 Detailed and up-to-date wind data
- 💡 Helpful for planning water sports activities
- 🌟 Essential app for wind enthusiasts
- 📊 Useful live and historical wind data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 📱 Clunky and outdated user interface
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find favorite locations
- 🚫 Ads even with paid subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Favorites not saving properly
- Subscription issues and login problems
- Forecast graphs not displaying correctly
- App crashes on certain device/OS versions
- Inconsistent data between user accounts

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch support
- Improved location tracking and favorites management
- More detailed forecasts and models
- Smoother and more responsive user experience
- Better integration with other weather/sports apps


### Wavemaps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavemaps-wave-forecasts/id6749452038)

**Currently charting:** #121 Top Grossing · Weather, #209 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides detailed wave, surf, and wind forecasts for water enthusiasts and marine professionals. It offers global and nearshore wave modeling, real-time ocean data, and interactive 3D maps to visualize conditions. Users can save favorite locations and access premium features for advanced analysis.

**Highlights:** Global and nearshore wave forecasts, Custom ultra high-resolution wave models, Thousands of worldwide locations, Real-time ocean conditions from buoys, Interactive 3D-capable maps, Wave-seabed interaction visualization, Professional tools and extended forecasts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wavemaps Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Wavemaps Pro | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iKitesurf free?

iKitesurf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Wavemaps free?

Wavemaps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iKitesurf or Wavemaps?

Wavemaps is rated higher. iKitesurf averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Wavemaps averages 4.9 from 236 ratings.

### Do iKitesurf or Wavemaps have ads?

Neither iKitesurf nor Wavemaps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iKitesurf or Wavemaps?

iKitesurf ships an update every 2 weeks, and Wavemaps every 3 months. Most recently, iKitesurf was updated on October 26, 2026 and Wavemaps on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, iKitesurf or Wavemaps?

iKitesurf currently peaks at #47 in the App Store charts, and Wavemaps at #121. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*