Comparison

Surf Breaks vs Ober Mountain

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

Head to head
About

Surf Breaks

Get real-time surf reports, wave scores, and tide and weather updates for your favorite surf spots. View live webcams and access crowdsourced insights from local surfers to plan your next session.

Highlights
  • Live surf reports
  • Proprietary wave scoring algorithm
  • Tide and weather forecasts
  • Live beach webcams
  • Crowdsourced local insights
  • Favorites list
Features
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Surf Breaks: Your Ultimate Surf Companion Dive into the ultimate surfing experience with Surf Breaks, the all-in-one app designed for surfers and beach enthusiasts. Powered by real-time data and crowdsourced insights, Surf Breaks gives you everything you need to make the most of your time at the beach. Key Features: • Live Surf Reports: Get wave height, period, and direction from NOAA buoys and other trusted data sources, updated in real-time to keep you ahead of the swell. • Wave Score: Our proprietary algorithm combines live data with historical patterns, beach angles, and weather conditions to generate an easy-to-read score for every break. • Tide & Weather Updates: Stay informed with up-to-date tide charts, wind conditions, and weather forecasts specific to each surf spot. • Beach Webcams: View live streams of your favorite breaks, ensuring you never miss perfect conditions. • Crowdsourced Beach Insights: Explore tips and details submitted by local surfers, including parking, access points, and surf etiquette for popular spots. • Favorites List: Save your top breaks for quick access to their latest conditions. Why Surf Breaks? Surf smarter, not harder. Surf Breaks aggregates data from NOAA buoys, local weather stations, and webcams, while leveraging community-driven insights to give you the clearest picture of what’s happening at your favorite spots. Whether you’re planning your next session or exploring a new break, Surf Breaks is your go-to resource for the best surf experience.

About

Ober Mountain

Features
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Your Mountain, Your Way — with the Ober Mountain App. Stay connected and in control with the Ober Mountain App — your real-time companion on the slopes and beyond. Key Features: • Real-Time Updates: Instantly check live weather forecasts, mountain webcams, trail maps, and lift status updates. • Wayfinding Made Easy: Navigate the mountain with interactive maps that guide you to trails, lifts, dining, shopping and attractions. • Stay Informed: Receive timely alerts about special offers, events, closures, parking lot availability, and other important updates. • Safety First: Quick access to ski patrol contact information for added peace of mind. With the Ober Mountain App, you’ll always know where to go, what’s open, and how to make the most of your time—so you can focus on the fun.

Screenshots

Surf Breaks4 screens
Ober Mountain4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Surf Breaks at none against Ober Mountain's shown. Ober Mountain's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Surf Breaks versus Ober Mountain: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSurf BreaksOber Mountain
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size310 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKevin BriceOber Adventure, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Surf Breaks

No in-app purchases

None

Ober Mountain

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Surf Breaks free?
Surf Breaks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ober Mountain free?
Ober Mountain is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Surf Breaks or Ober Mountain have ads?
Ober Mountain shows ads; Surf Breaks does not.

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