Lake Buddy vs LakeIQ

Lake Buddy lets you track the conditions of your favorite lakes that USGS and CDEC agencies monitor. Review lake levels, weather, and historical data for US states. Keep track of all your favorite lakes: The Favorite list gives you easy access to your favorites with a quick look at the lake levels. You can create your own list of favorite lakes to keep track of. Just tap the star icon to add the lake to the Favorite list. The Favorite list can also be ordered to your preference. Press to hold a row in the list and move it to where in the list you want it. Retrieve a list of lakes per state: Lakes are listed by states so you can easily look them up. Just a reminder that the lake is listed by the state that the dam is located in. Select a state to view the lakes listed for that state. You can either tap the star icon to add the lake to your Favorites or tap on the lake name to view. You may also filter the list of lakes once loaded with a name you are searching for. Find lakes on the map: You can also find lakes via the map. Enable Location Services for our app and the map will show you the lakes in your area, or scroll around the map to other areas. Tap on a map pin to get the name and then tap on the name to view the lake. You can always tap on the location button in the lower right of the map to re-center your location on the map. View the data for a lake: The lake view is where you can view all the data for the lake. We provide you with the maximums for the lake and the current data if available. We provide the 7-day weather forecast for that location to be prepared for your trip on the water. You can also get the week, month, or year historical data to see how it currently compares to previous values. Tap on the map icon to see the location on the map or tap the star to add the lake to your favorites!

LakeIQ helps you plan better days on the water with live lake intelligence and practical tools for boaters, anglers, and families. Get real-time lake conditions, historical trends, and forecast guidance in a simple mobile dashboard. LakeIQ combines water level data, weather, and trend analysis so you can quickly understand what’s happening now and what’s likely next. Key features: Live Lake Dashboard View current water level, trend direction, temperature, and recent changes at a glance. Water Level Trend + Forecast See recent history with a forward-looking 10-day water level projection and interactive charts. Historical Data Explorer Compare multi-year lake trends across water level, weather, and precipitation metrics. Smart Lake Alerts Receive contextual alert cards for changing lake conditions (including timing details like freeze-risk windows). Lake Weather Check current weather context with key boating-relevant metrics like wind, rain, and temperature. Places Around the Lake Discover marinas, ramps, restaurants, and events to support planning on and around the water. Rules & Guidance Access lake-use and safety reference information in one place. Seasonal Care Tools Use maintenance checklists and care resources tailored for lake owners and boaters. Personalized Experience Select your lake and profile preferences for more relevant insights and recommendations. LakeIQ is designed to make lake conditions easier to understand, so you can decide faster and get on the water with confidence.