Best Beach Reports Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free beach reports apps? 20 of our 248+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Beach Reports Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Beach ReportsBeach ReportsFree2.3★ (6)NoNoJul 2026
2Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesAug 2026
3BCRS - Mote Marine LaboratoryBCRS - Mote Marine LaboratoryFree2.9★ (27)NoNoAug 2026
4BeachLensBeachLensFree4.8★ (84)YesYesAug 2026
5Beach Report: Tides & ForecastBeach Report: Tides & ForecastFree3.7★ (3)NoNoAug 2026
6ShoreScore: Beach ReportShoreScore: Beach ReportFree5.0★ (3)NoNoAug 2026
7Beach BumsBeach BumsFree3.4★ (9)NoNoAug 2026
8Tideline Surf ReportsTideline Surf ReportsNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Beach Reports

Beach Reports#1

Beach Reports by Mobile App Fund LLC

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
2.3(6 ratings)
Free
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This app uses your GPS to track and report wave and weather conditions at nearby beaches. Users can share their experiences by posting photos and videos, and alert others to wave conditions using GPS tags and colored flags. Nearby maps show user-reported posts within a 300-mile radius.

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports#2

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports by Surfline/Wavetrak

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(30K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#5in Weather
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This app provides detailed surf forecasts, live conditions, and expert analysis to help surfers plan their sessions. Access over 1000 live cams worldwide, hourly data on wave height, wind, and tide, and track your progress with session logging. Premium members receive exclusive discounts and giveaways.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Accurate surf forecasting
  • 📽️ Useful live surf cams
  • 🤙 Helpful for planning surf trips
  • 🏄‍♂️ Invaluable for surfers

Room to Improve

  • 🤑 Expensive premium subscription
  • 🚫 Limited access for free users
  • 🌐 Inconsistent accuracy of forecasts
BCRS - Mote Marine Laboratory#3

BCRS - Mote Marine Laboratory by Mote Marine Laboratory, Inc.

Beach Conditions Reporting
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
2.9(27 ratings)
Free
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This app allows the public to view real-time beach condition reports submitted by trained volunteers. It provides data on flag color, water temperature, surf conditions, and more, enabling informed decisions for public health and beach experiences. Users can also contribute their own observations.

More Beach Reports apps to explore

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BeachLens
BeachLens
BeachLens
Beach Conditions & Planning
Free

Get real-time updates on beach conditions, weather, water quality, and safety before you visit. Plan your perfect beach day with detailed information on amenities, parking, and local insights. Share your own reports from the shoreline to help other beachgoers.

Real-time beach weather forecastsWater quality and red tide updatesWave height and rip current risk
✈️ Travel
(84)
ad-supported
5
Beach Report: Tides & Forecast
Beach Report: Tides & Forecast
Beach Report: Tides & Forecast
Surf, Water Temp & Flags
Free

Get real-time beach safety information, including flag status, water temperature, wave height, and rip-current risk. Access multi-day forecasts, tide times, and detailed guides for over 500 coastal destinations. Plan your perfect beach day with confidence.

Live beach safety flag statusWater and air temperatureWind and wave height
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
6
ShoreScore: Beach Report
ShoreScore: Beach Report
ShoreScore: Beach Report
Know before you go
Free

This app provides a real-time score for beaches, integrating live weather, surf conditions, water quality, and storm radar. It offers a five-day outlook and the best times to visit, with a color-coded map of all beaches. Users can tap for detailed condition information and set alerts for ideal beach days.

Real-time beach scoringLive weather and surf forecastsWater quality and storm radar
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
7
Beach Bums
Beach Bums
Beach Bums
by JC Trident, Inc.
Free

Get real-time beach conditions including surf, parking, and weather. This app uses crowd-sourced data to help you choose the best beach to visit.

Real-time beach conditionsSurf reportsParking information
☀️ Weather
(9)
free
8
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
by Paul van Motman
⚽ Sports
(0)
9
BeachQuest
BeachQuest
BeachQuest
by NIKOLAOS NINOS
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
10
Beach ND
Beach ND
Beach ND
by City of Beach
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
11
Service NSW Business Bureau
Service NSW Business Bureau
Service NSW Business Bureau
Manage business interactions
Free

This app streamlines interactions between businesses and the NSW Government. It allows users to track licenses, receive notifications, book support calls, manage grants, and access payment summaries and transaction reports.

Track licenses for business, staff, and contractorsReal-time notifications via improved inboxBook free personalized support calls
💼 Business
(0)
free
12
Beach Ready
Beach Ready
Beach Ready
Real-time beach conditions
Free

Get real-time beach conditions scored Green, Amber, or Red based on wind, waves, UV, and weather. Browse an interactive map, save favorites, and plan ahead with tomorrow's forecast.

Real-time beach condition scoringInteractive map of nearby beachesBrowse beaches by country
☀️ Weather
(0)
free with in-app purchases
13
Beach Mate
Beach Mate
Beach Mate
Exploring the waves
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
14
Myrtle Beach Companion
Myrtle Beach Companion
Myrtle Beach Companion
Beach Flags, Tides & Cams
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF
☀️ Weather
(0)
15
LBIBeachDay
LBIBeachDay
LBIBeachDay
by Jessica Kerchner
Free

This app helps you determine if it's a good beach day by providing real-time beach conditions, surf safety information, and tide charts. Plan your shore excursions with ease, knowing current water temperature, wave height, and UV index. It also includes a season countdown and bridge traffic updates for Long Beach Island, NJ.

Real-time beach conditionsWater temperature and UV indexRip current warnings
☀️ Weather
(1)
free
16
Rockaway Time
Rockaway Time
Rockaway Time
Your Rockaway Beach Guide
Free

This interactive guide provides real-time weather, tide charts, and swell reports for Rockaway Beach. Explore interactive maps, beach conditions, and directories for local dining, shops, and events.

Real-time weather updatesTide charts and swell reportsInteractive maps
🔍 Reference
(1)
free
17
Driftline: Rip Current & Tides
Driftline: Rip Current & Tides
Driftline: Rip Current & Tides
Beach safety & conditions.
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
18
Destin Florida Beach Companion
Destin Florida Beach Companion
Destin Florida Beach Companion
Beach Score, Tides & Cams
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
19
Beach Buddy App
Beach Buddy App
Beach Buddy App
The only beach app you need!
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

Discover the best beaches with real-time information on surf, tides, weather, and marine hazards. Get alerts for shark activity and rip currents to ensure a safe and enjoyable day by the ocean.

Global shark and marine activity mapBeach discovery and condition comparisonReal-time hazard alerts (sharks, rip currents)
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
20
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
Wave Forecasts & Tide Charts
Free

This app helps surfers find the best waves by analyzing forecasts and ranking nearby surf sessions. It personalizes recommendations based on skill level and desired wave size, and helps discover new surf spots. Users can plan their sessions days in advance with detailed, easy-to-understand weather breakdowns.

Ranked spot comparisonPersonalized surf filtersSession window analysis
☀️ Weather
(11)
freemium

FAQ about Beach Reports

What are the best beach reports apps for iPhone?
Beach Reports tops our beach reports apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 2.3-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top beach reports apps we rank are free to download, including Beach Reports and Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports.
Beach Reports has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ beach reports apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Beach Reports allows you to track wave and weather conditions using your GPS, share photos and videos of your beach experiences, and alert other users to wave conditions with GPS tags and colored flags. It also features nearby maps to view user-reported posts within a 300-mile radius.
Beach Reports uses your smartphone's GPS location services to report and track wave and weather conditions at local beaches nearby. It also uses GPS tags to alert other users about wave conditions.