Comparison

TideSync vs MarineWise

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

Head to head
About

TideSync

This utility tool provides precise marine data for ocean enthusiasts, including tides, weather, and solunar information. It offers offline global data and a native, interactive user experience.

Highlights
  • Global offline tide data
  • Pro marine weather charts
  • Interactive forecast charts
  • Solunar timings and moon phases
  • Native iOS experience
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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Sync with Nature TideSync is a pure utility tool crafted for ocean enthusiasts. Whether you are surfing, beachcombing, or sailing, we are dedicated to providing you with the most precise and fluid marine data experience. Stripping away the complexity, we utilize native iOS technologies to create a seamless interactive experience. Glide your finger across the screen to feel the rhythm of the tides. Key Features - Global Offline Data - No Internet Needed: Built-in harmonic constant database for 7,000+ major ports and stations worldwide. Accurate tide data is available anytime, anywhere, even offshore or on remote islands. Privacy First: All calculations are performed locally. Your location is used solely to find the nearest station and is never uploaded to the cloud. - Pro Marine Weather - Multi-Dimensional Charts: More than just tide heights. We provide critical data including Air Temperature, Wind Speed, Gusts, Swell, Ocean Currents, Water Temperature, UV Index, Humidity, Precipitation, Visibility, and Barometric Pressure. Dynamic Interaction: Master sea conditions with intuitive Interactive Charts. Drag the cursor to view detailed forecasts for any future moment. - Solunar Info - Precise Timings: Accurate Sunrise/Sunset and Moonrise/Moonset times. Moon Phase: Visual moon phase tracking helps you understand spring and neap tide cycles, aiding in planning your beach trips and fishing activities. - Native Experience - Ultra-Smooth: Built with native Swift for lightning-fast launch times and a lightweight footprint. Haptic Feedback: Experience physical-like vibrations when interacting with charts, thanks to our custom Haptic Feedback integration. Perfect For Surfing: Find the perfect swell window. Beachcombing: Know exactly when low tide hits to explore the intertidal zone. Sailing: Offline chart-grade data for safe navigation. Photography: Catch the golden hour and blue hour over the ocean. Download TideSync today and sync with the pulse of the ocean.

About

MarineWise

Features
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Know before you go. MarineWise combines tides, marine weather, solunar periods, and a daily fishing score into one app built for boaters and anglers. MARINE WEATHER Wind speed and direction, wave height and period, and sea surface conditions from Open-Meteo — 7 days out. Know what the water looks like before you leave the dock. TIDE PREDICTIONS NOAA-sourced tide charts and predictions for thousands of stations along the US coastline. See the full tidal curve, high and low extremes, and tide timing for any day. DAILY FISHING SCORE Every day gets a 0–100 score calculated from the factors that actually affect fish activity — tidal movement, solunar peaks, barometric pressure, wind conditions, and prime feeding windows. No guesswork. One number tells you how good the day looks before you leave the dock. SOLUNAR FORECASTS Major and minor feeding periods calculated from the moon's position for your exact location. See moonrise, moonset, moon phase, and the daily solunar timeline at a glance. TRIP PLANNER Pick a date and get a recommendation with a suggested departure time based on tide windows, solunar peaks, and weather conditions combined. BUILT FOR THE WATER - Save favorite locations for quick access - Offline-friendly — data loads fast and stays cached - Dark interface designed for bright sunlight and early mornings - No account required. No ads. MarineWise is for recreational planning only. Always check official sources before heading offshore.

Screenshots

TideSync4 screens
MarineWise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MarineWise at 15.1 against TideSync's 26.2. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
TideSync versus MarineWise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTideSyncMarineWise
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXinyu HongThreetwenty LLC

In-app purchases

None

TideSync

No in-app purchases

None

MarineWise

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TideSync free?
TideSync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MarineWise free?
MarineWise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TideSync or MarineWise have ads?
Neither TideSync nor MarineWise shows ads.

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