Comparison

SafeWaters.ai vs Wavemaps

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

SafeWaters.ai

This app provides comprehensive ocean intelligence, including surf forecasts, wave reports, tide charts, and AI-powered shark risk predictions. It helps surfers, divers, and beachgoers make informed decisions about ocean safety and conditions worldwide.

Highlights
  • 7-day surf and wave forecasts
  • AI-powered shark risk predictions
  • Tide charts and predictions
  • Visibility forecasts for diving
  • Search any beach worldwide
  • Save favorite surf spots
Features
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Surf Forecast, Wave Reports, Tides & Shark Risk - All in One App SafeWaters.AI is your complete ocean intelligence platform combining surf forecasts, wave reports, tide charts, and AI-powered shark risk predictions. Whether you're a surfer checking wave conditions, a spearfisherman planning your dive, or a swimmer heading to the beach - get all the data you need in one place. SURF & WAVE FORECASTS Detailed wave height, period, and direction forecasts 7-day surf reports for any beach worldwide Real-time ocean conditions and swell data Visibility forecasts for spearfishing and diving Comprehensive tide predictions and charts AI SHARK RISK FORECASTING Like Surfline for surf reports - but we add shark risk intelligence. Our unique AI model, trained on over 200 years of shark attack and marine weather data, generates 7-day shark risk forecasts for any beach in the world. Now when you check your surf forecast, wave report, or tide chart before heading to the ocean, you can check the shark forecast too. SafeWaters.AI adds an extra layer of ocean safety so surfers, spearfishermen, divers, and beachgoers can make smarter, more informed decisions. HOW IT WORKS Search any beach location worldwide (e.g., New Smyrna Beach, FL or Bondi Beach, Australia) View surf forecasts, wave heights, tide times, and visibility conditions Check current day or 7-day shark risk forecast Save favorite surf spots and dive sites for quick access Preview conditions right from your home screen WHO IT'S FOR Surfers checking wave forecasts and swell reports Spearfishermen monitoring visibility and tide conditions Swimmers and ocean safety enthusiasts Lifeguards and beach authorities planning safety measures Anyone seeking comprehensive ocean and surf conditions OCEAN CONSERVATION COMMITMENT We pledge 5% of all profits to ocean cleanup and shark protection efforts—helping you stay informed while supporting marine conservation. IMPORTANT NOTE SafeWaters.AI does not predict shark attacks but provides risk forecasts based on historical and environmental data. A "High Risk" day indicates that current conditions—spanning 40 marine weather variables, date, and location—closely resemble those of past incidents. Always use personal judgment and follow local safety guidance. Your use of SafeWaters.AI signifies understanding and acceptance of these terms. TERMS & SUBSCRIPTIONS Auto-renewable monthly subscription available via In-App Purchase Subscription charged to iTunes account with automatic renewal Auto-renew can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Manage subscriptions in iTunes Account Settings after purchase Current subscription may not be cancelled during active period Privacy Policy & Terms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSqTlC9Rbqhcn-9GzCz_5iuktPwBbq_OGLWgLjwO6AoNk1wA_xPdOw1uDAhEaWL3pNaJG1BPBt4MBQF/pub Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Wavemaps

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
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Wavemaps — A Professional Wave Forecasting Platform Wavemaps is a professional wave, wind, and marine forecasting platform built for people who spend serious time on or near the water. Surfers, fishers, sailors, captains, lifeguards, marine engineers, and coastal professionals run on the same system: the world's leading wave and marine weather models, refined into hyperlocal forecasts up to 16 days out. MULTI-MODEL COMPARISON Detailed wave forecasts compared side by side across leading global models, including ECMWF and GFS. Read the agreement between models at a glance and make calls with confidence. WAVEMAPS TIME MACHINE Visualize wave and wind forecast maps from 1979 to the present. Replay historical swells, storms, and seasons — and save them as memories to revisit. WAVEMAPS ENERGY COMPASS Our signature swell-direction visualization. See where wave energy is coming from, how it's distributed across components, and how it aligns with the coast you care about. ADVANCED SWELL COMPONENT ANALYSIS Decompose every wave forecast into its swell and wind-wave components — height, period, and direction for each. Know exactly which swell is doing the work. WAVEMAPS HD Ultra-high-resolution nearshore wave forecasts powered by our custom Wavemaps HD engine. For the first time in a forecasting platform, see how waves interact with the seabed — bathymetry, refraction, and shoaling rendered the way you'd see them on a research instrument. Available only in certain regions. WIND FORECASTS High-resolution wind forecasts including gusts, sustained speeds, and direction. Identify offshore, side-shore, and onshore conditions for any spot. THOUSANDS OF LOCATIONS Browse surf spots, fishing zones, and wave buoys worldwide. Save your favorites for personalized forecasts. Add your own spots and pull wave forecasts anywhere in the world. INTERACTIVE 3D MAPS Explore ultra-high-resolution maps of ocean and weather conditions across nearshore and offshore areas. Smooth, GPU-driven 3D visualization helps you understand current conditions and how they're changing over time. PROFESSIONAL FEATURES Premium subscriptions unlock advanced capabilities, extended forecast ranges, and deeper data analysis for users who need traceable, decision-grade ocean intelligence. Terms of Service: https://www.wavemaps.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.wavemaps.com/privacy

Screenshots

SafeWaters.ai4 screens
Wavemaps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wavemaps at 88% against SafeWaters.ai's 0%. Wavemaps also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and chart position (#167 vs unranked). SafeWaters.ai's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SafeWaters.ai sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wavemaps holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wavemaps has 186 ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SafeWaters.ai's written reviews are positive against 88% of Wavemaps's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SafeWaters.ai ships an update every 3 weeks, Wavemaps every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
SafeWaters.ai versus Wavemaps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafeWaters.aiWavemaps
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (30 ratings)4.9 (186 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30186 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#167 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSafeWatersAI LLCMiguel Canals

Customer experience

SafeWaters.ai

All ratings30 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Wavemaps

All ratings186 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral0.5%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SafeWaters.ai

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited access7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
2 purchases

Wavemaps

Subscriptions2
  • Wavemaps Pro7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Wavemaps Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is SafeWaters.ai free?
SafeWaters.ai 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, SafeWaters.ai or Wavemaps?
Wavemaps is rated higher. SafeWaters.ai averages 4.0 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Wavemaps averages 4.9 from 186 ratings.
Do SafeWaters.ai or Wavemaps have ads?
Neither SafeWaters.ai nor Wavemaps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SafeWaters.ai or Wavemaps?
SafeWaters.ai ships an update every 3 weeks, and Wavemaps every 3 months. Most recently, SafeWaters.ai was updated on October 13, 2026 and Wavemaps on October 15, 2026.

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