North Forecasting vs Surf Window
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
North Forecasting
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North Forecasting is built for surfers who deal with the reality of the North Sea. Fast-changing conditions, strong winds, and narrow windows mean timing matters. The app gives you a clear 5-day forecast with swell percentages, wind, and weather data, plus wave and wind overlay maps that make it easier to see what’s actually happening out there. For the spots that its available we also included webcams! North Forecasting is uniquely made for the North Sea Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Surf Window
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Surf Window helps you decide if it’s worth surfing—fast. Get a simple Go/Maybe/No decision, the best time window, and alerts for your favorite spots. Key Features -Go / Maybe / No in seconds based on your rules -Best Window: the best time range to surf today -Pick up to 3 favorite spots and switch instantly -Set your rules (wave height required; tide preference optional) -Alerts before conditions peak -Offline-ready: view cached data when the network is weak Premium (Auto-Renewable Subscriptions) Unlock more spots and extended forecasts (and other premium features in-app). Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings. - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://garylee11.github.io/surf-window-support/privacy.html - Support:https://garylee11.github.io/surf-window-support/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Surf Window at every 5 days against North Forecasting's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. North Forecasting sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Surf Window sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
North Forecasting ships an update every 3 weeks, Surf Window every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | North Forecasting | Surf Window |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Remi Audrey D Vanderhaeghen | 广玉 李 |
In-app purchases
North Forecasting
- NORTH PRO monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- NORTH PRO yearly3 Days trial$17.991 Year
Surf Window
- Weekly Premium7 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Monthly Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Yearly Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year







