Comparison

Marla Blue vs Wavey Surf

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

Head to head
About

Marla Blue

Plan your next underwater adventure with detailed marine weather forecasts. Get AI-powered visibility predictions, swell, wind, tide, and temperature data for over 800 dive spots. Receive algae bloom alerts and real-time viz reports from a community of divers.

Highlights
  • Underwater visibility forecasts (AI & satellite)
  • Swell, wind, tides, water temperature
  • Algae bloom alerts
  • Real-time viz reports from divers
  • 800+ dive spots (UK, Ireland, Australia, California)
  • Map-based spot selection
Features
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Dive smarter with Marla, the ultimate marine weather app for divers! Whether you’re a scuba diver, freediver, spearo or snorkeler, Marla gives you everything you need to plan your next underwater adventure. Check among 800+ dive spots across the UK, Ireland, Australia & California or tap anywhere on the map to get: - Underwater visibility forecasts powered by AI and satellite data - Swell, wind, tides, water temperature & wave conditions - Algae bloom alerts - Real-time viz reports from the growing community of local divers Stop guessing. Download Marla and dive with clarity. Learn more: https://www.marla.blue/how-marla-works Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://marla.blue/privacy

About

Wavey Surf

Features
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How Wavey Works We combine meteorological forecast data with real-time condition reports from the community. When you log your surf sessions, upload photos, and share conditions, you directly influence future forecasts. This constant feedback loop ensures that forecasts get more accurate with every session logged. The more data we get, the smarter the platform becomes. Personalized Recommendations for Every Surfer Wavey isn’t just about surf forecasts; it’s about you. Our AI learns when you like to surf, what conditions suit your skill level, and the spots you prefer. Using this data, we recommend the best times and places for you to surf, tailored just for you. A Platform Built for the Community Wavey is for surfers, by surfers. We’ve created a platform that encourages participation. The more you share your surf sessions, the more you help the community — and the more you get out of it. By logging sessions, submitting condition reports, and referring friends, you can earn Pro credits to unlock advanced features like long-range forecasts and webcam access Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Marla Blue4 screens
Wavey Surf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Wavey Surf at none against Marla Blue's shown. Wavey Surf also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Marla Blue's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Marla Blue sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Wavey Surf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Marla Blue ships an update every 4 days, Wavey Surf every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Marla Blue versus Wavey Surf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarla BlueWavey Surf
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOcean AISynapse Ventures Limited

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Marla Blue

Subscriptions3
  • Marla Blue Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Dive Season Pass (6 months)3 Days trial$34.996 Months
  • Marla Annual Subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year
2 purchases

Wavey Surf

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Annual14 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Marla Blue free?
Marla Blue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wavey Surf free?
Wavey Surf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Marla Blue or Wavey Surf have ads?
Marla Blue shows ads; Wavey Surf does not.
Which is updated more often, Marla Blue or Wavey Surf?
Marla Blue ships an update every 4 days, and Wavey Surf every 10 days. Most recently, Marla Blue was updated on October 18, 2026 and Wavey Surf on October 8, 2026.

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