Comparison

Splash° vs SwimSpot

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

Head to head
About

Splash°

Get real-time water temperatures for lakes and rivers across Switzerland. Perfect for swimmers, kayakers, and water sports enthusiasts to check conditions before diving in, year-round.

Highlights
  • Real-time water temperature data
  • Covers lakes and rivers in Switzerland
  • Supports various water sports
  • All-year-round availability
  • Favorite water spots
  • Notifications for temperature changes
Features
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Follow in real time the temperature of lakes and rivers in Switzerland! Splash° gives you the water temperature in real time for the main lakes and rivers in Switzerland. You often go swimming, but you don't like to be surprised by the water temperature? With Splash° you can check in real time the temperature of the water before you dive in. You have no reason to hesitate anymore! SUMMER AND WINTER Perfect for paddling, kayaking, swimming in summer, as well as for the brave ones who swim even in winter! The app is available all year round so you can follow the water temperature under the sun or in cold weather. IDEAL FOR ALL YOUR ACTIVITIES Adopted by a variety of sportsmen and women who enjoy canoeing, rafting, canyoning, windsurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing, kitesurfing, diving, and many other sports that require a good knowledge of water conditions. AN ACCURATE TEMPERATURE Splash° is based on official data from sensors installed at 60 cm depth in the lakes. The information comes from more than 90 connected stations in Switzerland. This gives you accurate temperature and real-time data. EVERYWHERE IN SWITZERLAND There are more than 22 lakes and more than 55 rivers that you can add to your favorites. Find a lake near you, or the ideal river for your vacations. Add your favorite water spots and receive a notification when the water temperature is worth knowing. Rhône Halle de l'île, Lake Zürich, Aare Bern, Lake Geneva Bains des Pâquis, Lake Neuchâtel,... -------------------------------------- The app is 100% free, without subscription and available on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Adopt Splash°, your companion at all times and all year round for your water activities.

About

SwimSpot

Get real-time sea and ocean temperatures worldwide to plan your perfect beach day. Access up to a 10-day forecast, water clarity, and salinity data for over 20,000 locations. Save your favorite spots and view temperature history.

Highlights
  • Real-time water temperature updates
  • 10-Day forecast
  • Water clarity and salinity index
  • Global beach coverage
  • Monthly temperature averages
  • Favorites list
  • Temperature map
Features
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Is the water warm enough for a swim? With SwimSpot, you'll always know! SwimSpot provides real-time sea and ocean temperatures from over 20,000 locations worldwide, helping you plan the perfect beach day. KEY FEATURES: - Real-time water temperature updates - Up to 10-Day Forecast - Water Clarity and Salinity Index - Coverage of beaches worldwide, from popular destinations to hidden gems - Monthly temperature averages to help plan your trips - Favorites list for quick access to your preferred beaches - Easy-to-read temperature map with color overlays - Detailed beach information with temperature history - Temperature displayed in both Celsius and Fahrenheit PERFECT FOR: - Beach lovers and swimmers - Holiday planners - Water sports enthusiasts - Local beach-goers - Travelers exploring new coastal destinations Note: Data is sourced from reliable weather services and updated regularly to ensure accuracy.

Screenshots

Splash°4 screens
SwimSpot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SwimSpot at 5.0 against Splash°'s 3.3. SwimSpot also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 13 months). Splash°'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, device support 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. SwimSpot sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Splash° asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SwimSpot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Splash° ships an update every 13 months, SwimSpot every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Splash° versus SwimSpot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSplash°SwimSpot
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings44
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB115 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAtipik SABYTES IN PARADISE LTD

Customer experience

Splash°

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

SwimSpot

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Splash°

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SwimSpot

One-time1
  • PRO Access$2.99

Questions

Is Splash° free?
Splash° is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SwimSpot free?
SwimSpot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Splash° or SwimSpot?
SwimSpot is rated higher. Splash° averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while SwimSpot averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Splash° or SwimSpot have ads?
SwimSpot shows ads; Splash° does not.
Which is updated more often, Splash° or SwimSpot?
Splash° ships an update every 13 months, and SwimSpot every 5 weeks. Most recently, Splash° was updated on November 1, 2026 and SwimSpot on October 30, 2026.

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