Comparison

Shore TideChart vs Nature Tide Tracker

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

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About

Shore TideChart

This app provides comprehensive tide and marine weather forecasts for surfers, boaters, and anglers. It offers 7-day tide predictions, hourly marine weather, surf and boating condition ratings, and moon phase data. An offline mode is available for essential information.

Highlights
  • 7-Day Tide Forecasts
  • Hourly Marine Weather
  • Surf Ratings
  • Boating Conditions
  • Moon Phases & Fish Activity
  • Offline Mode
Features
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Shore TideChart - Complete Surfing, Boating, and Ocean Companion One app replaces four! Shore TideChart combines everything anglers, surfers, and boaters need in a single powerful tool. KEY FEATURES: 7-Day Tide Forecasts with visual tide graphs Hourly Marine Weather with detailed conditions Surf Ratings - Real-time surf quality assessments (Poor to Epic) Boating Conditions - Safety ratings with wind/swell analysis Moon Phases & Fish Activity - Best fishing times UV Index, sunrise/sunset, water temps OFFLINE MODE for Tides, Sunset, Moon Phases when out at sea "Use My Location" - Instantly finds nearest station 50+ Locations across US coastal states UNIQUE ADVANTAGES: Unlike basic tide apps, Shore Tide Chart calculates actual surf and boating conditions using real-time swell, wind, and wave data. Know instantly if it's worth heading out. PERFECT FOR: Surfers checking dawn patrol conditions Anglers timing the bite with tides and moon Boaters assessing safety before departing Beach-goers planning perfect days SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS: 14-day FREE trial, then choose: Monthly: $1.99 Annual: $9.99 (Save 58%!) Stop juggling multiple apps. Get complete ocean intelligence in one place. Key Features: * Tide Charts & Predictions – View real-time and future high/low tides with precise times. * Wave Heights & Swell Data – Know if the ocean is calm or surf-ready. * Wind Speed & Direction – Essential for sailing, fishing, and water sports. * Ocean Temperature – Plan for swimming, diving, and paddling. * Sunrise & Sunset Times – Know the best times to be on the water. * Favorite Locations – Save multiple tide stations for quick access. * Simple, Fast, & Accurate – No clutter, just the marine data you need. Who Is Shore Tide Chart For? Boaters & Sailors – Plan your next trip with accurate wind & tide forecasts. Surfers & Paddleboarders – Catch the perfect wave with wave height & wind direction data. Fishermen – Maximize your catch by knowing the best tide times & ocean conditions. Beachgoers & Swimmers – Stay informed about safe swimming conditions. Coverage: Tide and marine condition data is sourced from multiple places giving you a complete picture of the current forecast. Disclaimer: All forecasts and conditions are estimates only. Ocean conditions can change rapidly and unexpectedly. Always verify conditions personally and check official sources before any water activity. Not for navigation. User assumes all risk. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.shoreresolutions.com/app-development/tidechart/privacy-policy-for-shore-tide-chart/

About

Nature Tide Tracker

Access real-time surf and tide reports from global beach breaks. Get current water temperatures and easy-to-read forecasts. Save your favorite spots for quick check-ins and never miss the perfect swell.

Highlights
  • Global surf and tide reports
  • Live water temperature
  • Favorite surf spot management
  • Intuitive interface
  • Real-time forecasts
Features
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Nature Tide Tracker—Your Essential Surf Companion Ride every wave at its best with Nature Tide Tracker, the must-have app for surfers who demand real-time info, global coverage, and serious stoke. Instantly access up-to-date surf and tide reports from the world’s top beach breaks, with current water temperatures and easy-to-read forecasts right at your fingertips. Save your go-to spots, manage favorites for quick check-ins, and never miss the perfect swell again. Whether you’re chasing the next big set or just want to know when the tide is right, Nature Tide Tracker keeps you connected to the ocean—wherever your adventures lead. Key Features: - Global surf and tide reports for top surf destinations - Live water temperature readings - Add and manage your favorite surf spots - Simple, intuitive interface designed for action sports enthusiasts Stay ahead of the tide. Stay stoked. Download Nature Tide Tracker and keep your session dialed in, every time.

Screenshots

Shore TideChart4 screens
Nature Tide Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nature Tide Tracker at none against Shore TideChart's 2. Nature Tide Tracker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Shore TideChart's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (15 vs 4). On price 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. Shore TideChart sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Nature Tide Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Nature Tide Tracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Shore TideChart's written reviews are positive against 100% of Nature Tide Tracker's.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Shore TideChart versus Nature Tide Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShore TideChartNature Tide Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (15 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews91.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.2 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size221 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatthew PetroskyMichael Bensusen

Customer experience

Shore TideChart

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%

Nature Tide Tracker

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Shore TideChart

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Marine & Hourly Data$1.991 Month
  • Annual Premium - Detailed Data$9.991 Year
None

Nature Tide Tracker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shore TideChart free?
Shore TideChart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nature Tide Tracker free?
Nature Tide Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shore TideChart or Nature Tide Tracker?
Nature Tide Tracker is rated higher. Shore TideChart averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Nature Tide Tracker averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Shore TideChart or Nature Tide Tracker have ads?
Shore TideChart shows ads; Nature Tide Tracker does not.

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