Comparison

SafeWaters.ai vs Current

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

Current

Get detailed, physics-based surf forecasts for over 1,000 surf breaks. View 16-day outlooks including swell, wind, tide, and surf heights. Features animated maps and unique spot statistics like water temperature and breaker type.

Highlights
  • 16-day surf forecast
  • Animated wind, current, and swell maps
  • Detailed spot statistics
  • Water temperature with wetsuit recommendations
  • Custom spot forecasting
  • Hourly forecast for first 10 days
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Current gives you physics-based surf forecasts for more than 1,000 breaks across California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, and the East and Gulf Coasts. Current is part of a movement to create more accurate and detailed surf forecasts. What you get: • 16-day surf forecast for every spot - swell, wind, tide, surf heights, and ratings • An animated map - wind, currents, and swell in motion, surf height painted along the coastline • Spot stats you won't find anywhere else - set height, breaker type, peakiness, plus water temperature with a wetsuit pick • Secret spots - draw your own spot anywhere on the coast and get a full forecast for it The 10-day forecast is free for every spot. Upgrade to Current Premium for the full 16-day forecast, future-day spot stats, and future-day map overlays. Forecasts are estimates. Always check real conditions and surf within your limits. CURRENT PREMIUM (optional subscription) The hourly surf forecast is free for days 1–10. Premium unlocks days 11–16, plus future-day map overlays (surf height, wind, currents, water temperature) and future-day spot stats. Premium Monthly: [monthly price]/month. Premium Annual: [annual price]/year. Both auto-renew. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your App Store settings. Privacy Policy: https://currentsurf.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://currentsurf.com/terms

Screenshots

SafeWaters.ai4 screens
Current4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Current at 71% against SafeWaters.ai's 0%. Current also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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 Current sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Current holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SafeWaters.ai's written reviews are positive against 71% of Current's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SafeWaters.ai versus Current: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafeWaters.aiCurrent
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (30 ratings)4.5 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better16
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSafeWatersAI LLCColin Weaver

Customer experience

SafeWaters.ai

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

Current

All ratings16 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SafeWaters.ai

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

Current

Subscriptions2
  • Current Premium$4.991 Month
  • Current Premium Annual$29.991 Year

Questions

Is SafeWaters.ai free?
SafeWaters.ai is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Current free?
Current is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SafeWaters.ai or Current?
Current is rated higher. SafeWaters.ai averages 4.0 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Current averages 4.5 from 16 ratings.
Do SafeWaters.ai or Current have ads?
Neither SafeWaters.ai nor Current shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SafeWaters.ai or Current?
SafeWaters.ai ships an update every 3 weeks, and Current every 3 weeks. Most recently, SafeWaters.ai was updated on November 3, 2026 and Current on November 5, 2026.

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