Best Buoy Apps

185+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good buoy apps. We benchmark 185+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Buoy

NOAA Buoy Reports#1

NOAA Buoy Reports by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

No Nonsense Buoy Conditions
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(2.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Get all the buoy information you need with NOAA Buoy Reports. Find current buoy conditions and past data with interactive graphs. With features like intuitive maps, favorites, and more, this app is essential for marine enthusiasts and professionals alike.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Critical infrastructure
  • 🚀 Excellent source of sea conditions
  • 🚀 Valuable buoy information
  • 👍 Plenty of information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 More data needed
  • 🐛 Incomplete and inaccurate
  • 🐛 Wave height data not working
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather#2

Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(13K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access real-time marine weather data, forecasts, and tide predictions with Buoycast. Stay safe with NOAA watches and warnings, save favorite buoys, and customize your feed. Upgrade to Buoycast Pro for interactive weather maps, personalized notifications, and more features. Contact us at hello@buoycast.com for questions or suggestions.

What We Love

  • 👍 Accurate and dependable forecasts
  • 🚀 Essential for boating and fishing
  • 💡 Provides critical weather and sea condition data
  • 🤝 Responsive customer service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data availability for some locations
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location data
  • 💰 Aggressive upselling for paid version
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts#3

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts by Surfline/Wavetrak

Accurate Marine Weather
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(4 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#22in Weather
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Plan your ocean adventures with Buoyweather, a marine weather app offering accurate forecasts for fishing and boating. Visualize ocean conditions with detailed charts and access a proprietary wave forecast model for better accuracy. Download for free two-day forecasts or upgrade to Premium for 16-day forecasts.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate forecasts
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🌊 Helpful for offshore/fishing activities
  • ⭐ Reliable and trusted app

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Premium subscription too expensive
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 📍 Inaccurate location detection

More Buoy apps to explore

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Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Free

A top-notch marine weather forecasting app offering real-time buoy data, 5-day NWS forecasts, historical wave trends, Tide forecasts, and more. Stay informed with NOAA marine weather maps and detailed NWS discussions. Download now for comprehensive marine weather updates.

☀️ Weather
(16K)
5
BuoyPro - Marine Weather
BuoyPro - Marine Weather
BuoyPro - Marine Weather
NOAA Buoy Reports, Wind, Waves
Free

Get up-to-date real-time marine weather conditions from over 800 buoy stations, plus forecasts, weather cams, and more. Download now to plan your time on the water with confidence, tracking wind, waves, and key weather data with a focus on your privacy.

☀️ Weather
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6
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
Predict wind, swell, and waves
Free

Stay ahead of changing maritime conditions with our comprehensive marine weather app. Access accurate wind, wave, and weather forecasts, intuitive charts, station search, and customizable subscription plans to enhance your sea-faring experience. Download now to make informed decisions and stay safe on the water.

☀️ Weather
(5K)
7
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
National Data Buoy Center
Free

Access real-time NOAA buoys marine weather data on your iOS devices with the ability to search, save favorites, and get detailed weather information like wind speed, wave height, and more. Stay informed and plan your sailing, fishing, or surfing trips efficiently.

☀️ Weather
(562)
8
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
Wind, Waves, Tide, and Alerts
Free
☀️ Weather
(315)
9
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Live ocean buoy data worldwide
Free

Access live ocean buoy data worldwide with this app, providing scientific readings from buoys across the globe. Get water temperature, swell height, and more from the National Data Buoy Center of NOAA and other organizations. Find the closest buoy automatically, select one from the map, or choose from a list for quick access, all with minimal data usage. Explore buoy data from various locations like the US coasts, Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, and more.

☀️ Weather
(884)
10
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me
Free

Get accurate tide charts and weather forecasts for your location with this app. Plan your beach trips and fishing outings with precision using real-time data and intuitive interface. Download now for seamless access to essential water information.

☀️ Weather
(107K)
11
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
Data Live Weather Marine
Free

This application provides real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 weather buoys worldwide, allowing users to plan their fishing, sailing, or surfing trips with access to current weather conditions, forecasts, and alerts. Users can search, save, and customize their favorite weather buoys, and upgrade to premium subscriptions for enhanced features and ad-free experience.

☀️ Weather
(85)
12
Instant NOAA Buoys 3D
Instant NOAA Buoys 3D
Instant NOAA Buoys 3D
by Jufen Chang
Free

Get the latest weather information from around the globe with this innovative app, featuring NOAA Buoys and Radar images in 2D and 3D views. Explore buoys, radar imagery, and major cities in a 3D environment, and stay up-to-date with real-time weather data by downloading the app now.

☀️ Weather
(4)
13
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
by Verona Solutions, LLC
$1.99
☀️ Weather
(32)
14
ER Buoy
ER Buoy
ER Buoy
EarthRanger Buoy
Free
💼 Business
(1)
15
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
Live Marine Weather & Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(4)
16
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy data and sea temperatures
Free

Access real-time data from over 750 NOAA buoys worldwide with this app designed for water enthusiasts. Get updates on wave heights, wind speed, water temperature, and more, plan your adventures with marine weather maps, and never miss a favorite spot. Download now to stay informed and prepared for your next aquatic journey!

☀️ Weather
(183)
17
Buoy Zone
Buoy Zone
Buoy Zone
Racing Management made easy
Free

This application helps sailing clubs and race offices easily manage yacht racing courses by setting and sharing courses in real-time, allowing participants to view the course on a map and receive updates. It streamlines the process of setting accurate courses, enabling users to focus on the racing experience.

⚽ Sports
(3)
18
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Wave Weather & Surfing NOAA
Free

Get real-time surf reports and wave data from nearby marine weather buoys to plan your surfing sessions. Stay ahead of the swell with accurate and up-to-date information on wave sizes, swell direction, wind speed, and more, and receive notifications to score the best surf.

☀️ Weather
(30)
19
NOAA CBIBS
NOAA CBIBS
NOAA CBIBS
CBIBS
Free

This application collects and transmits real-time weather and water data to support the use and management of a healthy bay, improving safety, enhancing the economy, and protecting the environment. Learn more about the data and information provided to promote bay health.

☀️ Weather
(0)
20
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Hurricanes, marine weather
Free

An app for wind sports enthusiasts offering features like wind reports, alerts, weather history, NOAA forecasts, wave forecasts, wind tracking, spot chats, and community interaction. Perfect for kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, sailing, paragliding, and other wind-related activities. Join now to access all functions and enhance your wind sports experience!

☀️ Weather
(72K)

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