Best Buoy Cast Apps

149+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our buoy cast list covers 149+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for Buoy Cast

Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather#1

Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
Editor's Choice
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.6😊(13K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#89in Weather
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Access real-time marine weather observations from NOAA buoys and NOAA marine forecasts. Get tide predictions, hourly forecasts, and stay updated on watches and advisories. Pro features include interactive weather maps and custom notifications.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Accurate and dependable forecasts
  • πŸš€ Essential for boating and fishing
  • πŸ’‘ Provides critical weather and sea condition data
  • 🀝 Responsive customer service

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inconsistent data availability for some locations
  • πŸ” Difficulty finding specific location data
  • πŸ’° Aggressive upselling for paid version
NOAA Buoy Reports#2

NOAA Buoy Reports by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

No Nonsense Buoy Conditions
Strong Contender
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.7😊(2.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access detailed buoy and ship observation data without weather forecasts or tide information. View current conditions, historical trends, and storm locations on an intuitive map. Monitor your favorite locations with customizable widgets.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Critical infrastructure
  • πŸš€ Excellent source of sea conditions
  • πŸš€ Valuable buoy information
  • πŸ‘ Plenty of information

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› More data needed
  • πŸ› Incomplete and inaccurate
  • πŸ› Wave height data not working
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather#3

NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather by Andrea Bisegna

National Data Buoy Center
Worth Considering
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.4😐(562 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 NOAA buoys across the USA. Plan your outdoor activities with detailed information on wind, waves, temperature, and more. Offline access to the last known observations is also available.

What We Love

  • ⭐ Years of reliable service
  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸ” Valuable buoy information
  • 🌊 Live views of conditions

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Ads despite premium subscription
  • 🚫 Inability to access key information
  • πŸ” Missing buoy data

More Buoy Cast apps to explore

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Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Accurate Marine Weather
Free

Get detailed marine weather forecasts for offshore fishing and boating. Plan your trips with wind, wave, and tide predictions up to 16 days out. Visualize ocean conditions with high-resolution charts and a proprietary wave forecast model for enhanced accuracy.

16-day weather, wind, wave, and tide forecastsSave unlimited favorite forecast pointsHigh-res wind, swell, and sea surface temperature charts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(744)
free with in-app purchases
5
OutCast - Marine Weather
OutCast - Marine Weather
OutCast - Marine Weather
Marine Weather, Buoy and Tides
$1.99

Access detailed marine weather forecasts, buoy conditions, tide information, and hourly/daily/weekly reports. View live radar imagery and save custom waypoints for your favorite outdoor locations. Stay informed about changing conditions to plan your next adventure.

Marine weather forecastsBuoy and tide station dataHourly, daily, weekly weather reports
β˜€οΈ Weather
(3)
free
6
BuoyPro - Marine Weather
BuoyPro - Marine Weather
BuoyPro - Marine Weather
NOAA Buoy Reports, Wind, Waves
Free

Access real-time NOAA buoy data, marine weather observations, and forecasts. Plan your water activities with confidence using wind, wave, and temperature information. Features an interactive map and customizable overlays for a comprehensive view.

Live NOAA buoy weather observationsMarine weather forecasts and warningsInteractive map with customizable overlays
β˜€οΈ Weather
(40)
freemium
7
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
Predict wind, swell, and waves
Free

This app provides real-time wind, wave, and weather predictions for maritime activities. It features intuitive charts, station search, and customizable subscription plans to enhance your experience on the water.

Accurate wind, wave, and weather predictionsIntuitive wind, wave, and weather chartsStation search with custom suggestions
β˜€οΈ Weather
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
8
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
Data Live Weather Marine
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 buoys worldwide. View current conditions, forecasts, and alerts. Plan your outdoor activities with detailed wind, wave, and temperature information.

Real-time buoy weather dataLive weather alertsSearch buoys by location or GPS
β˜€οΈ Weather
(85)
free with in-app purchases
9
Windy.app β€” Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app β€” Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app β€” Wind, Tides, Radar
Hurricanes, marine weather
Free

This app provides detailed wind, wave, and weather forecasts for various outdoor activities. It offers historical data, real-time alerts, and a community feature for sharing conditions. Ideal for surfers, sailors, and other wind sports enthusiasts.

Wind report, forecast, and statisticsWind alert and storm warningsWeather history (2012-2024)
β˜€οΈ Weather
(72K)
freemium
10
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
Fish, Wind, Waves, and Tides
Free

Get hyper-local weather forecasts tailored for fishing locations, combining proprietary sensor data with public marine forecasts. Access detailed information on wind, waves, tides, and more to plan your next fishing trip with confidence.

Hyper-local weather observationsProprietary Tempest Weather SystemsNearcast AI-enhanced forecasts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(4.8K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Live ocean buoy data worldwide
Free

Access live scientific data from ocean buoys globally. View water temperature, swell height, and more from public scientific organizations. Features include automatic closest buoy selection, map browsing, favorites, and distance/bearing calculations.

Live buoy data worldwideWater temperature and swell heightAutomatic closest buoy selection
β˜€οΈ Weather
(884)
free with in-app purchases
12
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
NOAA Tides, Weather & Alerts
Free

Access detailed tide and marine weather forecasts worldwide. Visualize conditions with beautiful charts and customize your experience with widgets and Live Activities. Plan your next outdoor adventure with confidence.

Worldwide tide and marine weather dataFull-screen dynamic chartsMonthly and yearly tide tables
β˜€οΈ Weather
(9.1K)
freemium
13
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Free

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.

Global live surf camsHourly condition dataExpert surf reports
β˜€οΈ Weather
(30K)
freemium
14
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories
β˜€οΈ Weather
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Marine GPS and Nautical Charts
Free

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation, integrating charts, weather, tides, and GPS tracking. It simplifies route planning and offers real-time safety data to ensure confident and enjoyable time on the water for various boating activities.

Clutter-free nautical chartsSmart route planning with weather and tide integrationReal-time GPS tracking
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(7.4K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Free

Access comprehensive NOAA marine weather data, including real-time buoy readings, 5-day forecasts, and historical wave trends. Visualize data with map overlays and receive severe weather alerts. An Apple Watch app is also available.

Real-time marine buoy data5-day NWS marine weather forecastHistorical wave trend reports
β˜€οΈ Weather
(16K)
freemium
17
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
PRO CHARTS - Marine Navigation
by MiraTrex, Inc
Free

Navigate marine environments with detailed nautical charts and route planning. Track your location, find friends on the water, and share your trip details for safety. Offline chart access ensures reliable navigation even without an internet connection.

High-resolution NOAA nautical chartsOffline chart accessWaypoint and route creation
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(8.5K)
free with in-app purchases
18
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
Sailing & Boating Chartplotter
Free

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation tools, including worldwide chart coverage, weather forecasts, and AIS integration. It allows users to plan routes, track their position, and connect with onboard instruments for a complete boating experience.

Worldwide marine chart accessReal-time GPS plottingWaypoint and route management
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Navigation, Charts, Tides, Map
Free

Navigate waterways with detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts. Connect with a community of boaters to share points of interest and track friends on the water. Enjoy simplified GPS navigation tailored to your boat's draft.

Simple GPS navigationCustomizable nautical chartsCommunity points of interest
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(5.4K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Argo - Boating Navigation
Argo - Boating Navigation
Argo - Boating Navigation
Charts, Routes, Tracks, Log
Free

This app provides comprehensive navigation and planning tools for boaters, offering features like chart plotting, route planning, and weather forecasts. It aims to be user-friendly for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cruisers, with a focus on safety and connectivity on the water.

Web/Desktop planning with auto-syncAutorouting for multi-stop trips7-day marine weather forecast
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(6.1K)
free with in-app purchases