Comparison

Surf It vs Stok'd

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

Head to head
About

Surf It

Features
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SurfIt is your all-in-one surf forecasting companion, built to help you plan sessions and find better waves with confidence. SurfIt offers both free access and an optional SurfIt Pro subscription (available as an in-app purchase). Free users can access core surf conditions and forecasts, while advanced tools and extended features are available with SurfIt Pro. Free access includes: - Real-time surf conditions - Short-range surf forecasts - Interactive surf spot map - Explore surf breaks and discover new spots With SurfIt Pro, you unlock: - Extended multi-day surf forecasts - Save and manage favorite breaks - Smart “best day” recommendations - Advanced forecast insights and analytics - Additional premium features and higher usage limits From quick checks before paddling out to planning sessions around upcoming swells, SurfIt helps you surf smarter and score better sessions. Some features may be subject to usage limits for free users. Limits reset periodically, and upgrading to SurfIt Pro removes these restrictions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stok'd

Get accurate, at-a-glance surf forecasts for wave height, swell, wind, and tides. Plan your sessions with multi-day outlooks and connect with other surfers to find your crew and coordinate sessions.

Highlights
  • Multi-day surf forecasts
  • Wave height, swell, and wind data
  • Tide times
  • Hourly condition slider
  • Connect with friends
  • Surfer density indicators
  • In-app chat features
Features
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Stok'd is your daily surf companion — clean, accurate surf forecasts that tell you exactly when and where to paddle out. Check multi-day forecasts at a glance: wave height, swell direction and period, wind speed and direction, and tide times. Drag the Score Ribbon across the day to see conditions for any hour, or jump straight to your usual session time. Whether you're planning a dawn patrol before work or chasing the next swell, Stok'd helps you read the conditions and pick the best window to surf. NEW — FIND YOUR CREW • Connect with friends and throw a shaka when you're going • See how many surfers are heading to each spot • Chat in DMs and group chats, built for planning sessions • Surf profiles with usernames, photos, and avatars • Connect instantly at the beach with QR codes WHY STOK'D • Clear, at-a-glance surf forecasts • Wave height, swell direction and period • Wind speed and direction • Tide times with the next high/low at a glance • 7-day outlook for every spot near you • Fast, simple, and made for surfers More spots and features are on the way. Stay stok'd.

Screenshots

Surf It4 screens
Stok'd3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stok'd at none against Surf It's 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Surf It sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Stok'd asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Surf It ships an update every 4 days, Stok'd every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Surf It versus Stok'd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSurf ItStok'd
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNoPressureBENJAMIN OBERHAUSER WEINER

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Surf It

Subscriptions2
  • SurfIt Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • SurfIt Pro Yearly$17.991 Year
None

Stok'd

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Surf It free?
Surf It is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stok'd free?
Stok'd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Surf It or Stok'd have ads?
Neither Surf It nor Stok'd shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Surf It or Stok'd?
Surf It ships an update every 4 days, and Stok'd every 5 days. Most recently, Surf It was updated on October 30, 2026 and Stok'd on October 31, 2026.

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