Comparison

North Forecasting vs Surf Window

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

Head to head
About

North Forecasting

Features
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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/

About

Surf Window

Features
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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/

Screenshots

North Forecasting3 screens
Surf Window4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
North Forecasting versus Surf Window: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNorth ForecastingSurf Window
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperRemi Audrey D Vanderhaeghen广玉 李

In-app purchases

2 purchases

North Forecasting

Subscriptions2
  • NORTH PRO monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • NORTH PRO yearly3 Days trial$17.991 Year
3 purchases

Surf Window

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is North Forecasting free?
North Forecasting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Surf Window free?
Surf Window is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do North Forecasting or Surf Window have ads?
Neither North Forecasting nor Surf Window shows ads.
Which is updated more often, North Forecasting or Surf Window?
North Forecasting ships an update every 3 weeks, and Surf Window every 5 days. Most recently, North Forecasting was updated on October 6, 2026 and Surf Window on October 13, 2026.

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