Best Buoy Data Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good buoy data apps. We benchmark 247+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Buoy Data Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NOAA Buoy and Tide DataNOAA Buoy and Tide DataFree was $1.993.9★ (32)NoNoAug 2026
2NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataNOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataFree4.7★ (2.4K)YesYesAug 2026
3Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
4Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
5Buoys: Live Ocean DataBuoys: Live Ocean DataFree5.0★ (2)NoNoJul 2026
6NOAA National Buoy Data PRONOAA National Buoy Data PRO$27.994.5★ (2)NoYesJul 2026
7Buoy Finder NOAA NDBCBuoy Finder NOAA NDBCFree4.3★ (194)YesYesAug 2026
8Seaside BuoySeaside BuoyFree4.6★ (892)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Buoy Data

NOAA Buoy and Tide Data#1

NOAA Buoy and Tide Data by Verona Solutions, LLC

Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
3.9😐(32 ratings)
Free
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Access real-time weather data from NOAA's National Data Buoy Center, including wind, pressure, and marine conditions. Get tide predictions and moon phase information to plan your water activities effectively.

What We Love

  • 👍 Accurate marine weather data
  • 👍 Good for nautical areas
  • 👍 Provides buoy data
  • 👍 Useful for boaters/sailors

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🐛 App freezes
  • 🐛 Data is outdated
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data#2

NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

Marine Wind, Wave & Sea Temps
Strong Contender
☀️ 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

  • 🚀 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 Buoys & Weather#3

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Marine Forecast, Waves & Tides
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(14K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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

  • 👍 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

More Buoy Data apps to explore

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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
☀️ Weather
(16K)
freemium
5
Buoys: Live Ocean Data
Buoys: Live Ocean Data
Buoys: Live Ocean Data
Buoy data at a glance
Free

Access live ocean conditions directly from your lock screen with a convenient widget. Monitor swell, wave height, and water temperature in real-time from over 1,400 NOAA buoy stations.

Lock screen widget for live swell dataReal-time swell conditions from NOAA buoysFavorite buoy list
☀️ Weather
(2)
free
6
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
Data Live Weather Marine
$27.99

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 buoys worldwide. Get live alerts, forecasts, and detailed observations including wind, waves, and temperature. Plan your outdoor adventures with localized weather information.

1,500+ weather buoys with past data and forecastsLive weather alertsSearch buoys by name, location, or GPS
☀️ Weather
(2)
free with in-app purchases
7
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy data and sea temperatures
Free

Access real-time oceanographic data from hundreds of NOAA buoys worldwide. Plan water activities with detailed forecasts for wave height, wind, and sea temperatures. Features offline access and Apple Watch compatibility.

Real-time buoy dataWave height and wind speedWater temperature
☀️ Weather
(194)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
☀️ Weather
(892)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
☀️ Weather
(85)
free with in-app purchases
10
Mobilis Data Portal
Mobilis Data Portal
Mobilis Data Portal
Maritime Data & Products
Free
💼 Business
(0)
11
RIPPLE Buoy Monitoring
RIPPLE Buoy Monitoring
RIPPLE Buoy Monitoring
Real-time water monitoring.
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
12
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
NOAA tide table, wind & swell
Free

Get accurate tide predictions, lunar phases, and weather data with personalized alerts. Features offline access, customizable charts, and Apple Watch integration. Ideal for anyone who enjoys coastal activities.

Personalized high and low tide alertsOffline tide informationLunar phase calendar
☀️ Weather
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Lake Mendota Buoy Data
Lake Mendota Buoy Data
Lake Mendota Buoy Data
by Thomas Swift
Free

This app provides near real-time atmospheric and water temperature data for Lake Mendota, Wisconsin. It's designed for water sports enthusiasts to help them decide the best days for activities like fishing, sailing, and swimming.

Near real-time dataWind direction, speed, and gustAir temperature and dew point
☀️ Weather
(11)
free
14
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me
Free

Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

Worldwide tidal estimatesLunar dataWeather forecast
☀️ Weather
(111K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Buoy Map
Buoy Map
Buoy Map
Map of ocean/lake buoy data
$1.99

Visualize real-time ocean and lake buoy data, including wave height, wind conditions, and water temperature. Access historical graphs and detailed sensor readings to stay informed about marine environments.

48hr wave height graphsWind speed and directionAir pressure and trend
☀️ Weather
(1)
paid
16
Big Buoy
Big Buoy
Big Buoy
Tides, Buoys, Solunar & Charts
Free

This marine forecasting app provides detailed data for fishing and boating, including wind, tides, water temperature, and live buoy information. It allows users to save and privately track their favorite spots with offline access to crucial data.

Private saved fishing spotsSide-by-side wind forecast comparisonInteractive map with wind, chlorophyll, and water temp overlays
☀️ Weather
(12)
free
17
The Buoy
The Buoy
The Buoy
Real-time swell updates
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

Get real-time ocean swell updates including size, period, and direction. This app combines buoy data with surf forecasts to help you plan your sessions and save your favorite conditions.

Real-time swell dataSwell size, period, and directionSurf forecast integration
☀️ Weather
(1)
free
18
Yeah Buoy
Yeah Buoy
Yeah Buoy
Sometimes it's not wrong!
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
19
Navigame Buoys
Navigame Buoys
Navigame Buoys
by Iver C. Weilbach & Co. A/S
$3.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
Live Marine Weather & Waves
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from NOAA buoys, including wave heights, temperatures, and wind conditions. Features an interactive map to find nearby stations and view live camera feeds for informed coastal and water activities.

Live marine weather dataReal-time wave heights and periodsWater and air temperatures
☀️ Weather
(4)
ad-supported

FAQ about Buoy Data

What are the best buoy data apps for iPhone?
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data tops our buoy data apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.9-star average from 32 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top buoy data apps we rank are free to download, including NOAA Buoy and Tide Data and NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data.
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ buoy data apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows you to retrieve real-time weather data from NOAA's National Data Buoy Center. It also provides tide predictions for the US and moon phase information, making it a comprehensive tool for planning water-based activities.
Data can include wind speed, gusts, and direction, as well as pressure and other relevant marine data. The specific sensors available vary by buoy, so not all buoys will report the same information.

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