Comparison

Wake vs WakeRecorder

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

Head to head
About

Wake

This app automatically detects and tracks wakeboard jumps, logging session details, and helping you master new tricks. Discover over 1,000 wakeboarding spots worldwide and monitor weather conditions for the perfect ride.

Highlights
  • Automatic jump detection (height, count, landing success)
  • Real-time session tracking with trick logging
  • Discovery of 1,000+ wakeboarding spots globally
  • Comprehensive wakeboarding trick library
  • Weather condition tracking for favorite spots
  • Home Screen widgets for weather forecasts
Features
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Ride better and jump higher with Wake. The only wakeboarding app with automatic jump detection. Track every session, measure your progression, and discover 1,000+ spots worldwide. AUTOMATIC JUMP DETECTION Wear your Apple Watch and ride. Wake detects every jump in real time and classifies it, from straight airs to spins, inverts and switch tricks. See the height, rotation, approach and landing of each one. The only app with jump detection built specifically for wakeboarding. Works for cable parks and boat riding. SESSION TRACKING THAT ACTUALLY HELPS Log every trick you attempt. Mark successes and failures. Add videos and notes so future sessions build on real experience, not guesswork. Your entire session history syncs to your account for long-term progression tracking. DISCOVER WAKEBOARDING SPOTS Access the world's largest database of wakeboarding locations. Cable parks, boat charters, and hidden spots across 100+ countries, on a full-screen map. View weather forecasts and contact info. MASTER NEW TRICKS Browse the most comprehensive wakeboarding trick library. From beginner surface tricks to advanced inverts and spins. Clear instructions for cable and boat styles. Track which tricks you've landed. TRACK WEATHER CONDITIONS Add your favorite spots to Home Screen widgets and see their weather forecast at a glance, so you know when conditions are perfect. BUILT BY WAKEBOARDERS Wake is created by a small team of passionate riders who want to see the sport grow. We're continuously adding spots, improving features, and listening to our community. Questions? Use the Help & Support section in-app for assistance. ======================== Wake's free version is completely ad-free, offering unlimited session recording, spot conditions, seasonal insights, trick lists, and more. Upgrade to Wake Premium to unlock powerful features and performance insights: • Add videos to your session recordings. • View detailed jump analysis from your Apple Watch. • Sync session videos to your account. • Access videos from past sessions. If you purchase Wake Premium, payment will be charged to your App Store account. Your account will automatically be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period unless you turn off auto-renew. After purchase, you can turn off auto-renewal anytime by going to your Account Settings on the App Store. Privacy Policy: https://get-wake.com/legal/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://get-wake.com/legal/terms/

About

WakeRecorder

Features
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Set, Activate, Record! Effortlessly capture your sessions—no more cutting long videos or watching the boat pick you up. No need to rely on others to record or worry about missed shots. Let your friends enjoy the music and conversation while you stay focused on your ride. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Every great run is automatically recorded, so you can ride with peace of mind. Your videos are saved directly to your iPhone, eliminating the hassle of exporting from an action camera. No more worrying about charging or setting up extra gear—just ride and record. Easily manage your videos within the app. Delete entire sessions with a single tap or save your best moments to your liked folder effortlessly. If you're a wakeboarder or wakesurfer looking to review your runs, improve your skills, and track your progress, or simply rewatch your best moments on the water, this app is for you.

Screenshots

Wake4 screens
WakeRecorder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Wake at 3 against WakeRecorder's 1. WakeRecorder's advantage is iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Wake sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year and WakeRecorder sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wake ships an update every 3 weeks, WakeRecorder fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Wake versus WakeRecorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWakeWakeRecorder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (7 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.018.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGasper KolencOlivier Scokaert

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Wake

Subscriptions1
  • Wake Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
3 purchases

WakeRecorder

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$39.991 Year
  • Pro Monthly$99.991 Month

Questions

Is Wake free?
Wake is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WakeRecorder free?
WakeRecorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Wake or WakeRecorder have ads?
Neither Wake nor WakeRecorder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wake or WakeRecorder?
Wake ships an update every 3 weeks, and WakeRecorder fortnightly. Most recently, Wake was updated on November 4, 2026 and WakeRecorder on October 28, 2026.

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