Best Buoy Zone Apps

105+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated June 2026

Buoy Zone is the household name in buoy zone, but it's far from the only option. We track 105+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Buoy Zone

Buoy Zone#1

Buoy Zone by OCEAN LABS LIMITED

Racing Management made easy
Editor's Choice
⚽ Sports
3.0(3 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app simplifies yacht racing course setup for sailing clubs and race officers. It allows for real-time course sharing, mark laying guidance with compass directions, and participant tracking on a map. Streamline race management and focus on the competition.

NOAA Buoy Reports#2

NOAA Buoy Reports by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

No Nonsense Buoy Conditions
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 Marine Weather#3

Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(13K 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 Zone apps to explore

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Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — 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)
☀️ Weather
(72K)
freemium
5
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
☀️ Weather
(741)
free with in-app purchases
6
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
Wind, Waves, Tide, and Alerts
Free

Access real-time NOAA buoy data worldwide with customizable alerts for wind, waves, and tides. View detailed current conditions, historical charts, and sun/moon times. Manage favorite buoys and filter data for a focused experience.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataCustomizable condition alertsInteractive map with buoy markers
☀️ Weather
(315)
free with in-app purchases
7
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
SST, tides, currents, & maps
Free

This app provides saltwater anglers with essential tools to locate fish. It combines cloud-free SST charts, satellite imagery, tides, currents, and marine weather forecasts into a layered interface. Users can mark hot spots, save data for offline use, and identify optimal fishing zones.

Cloud-free Sea Surface Temperature (SST) chartsGlobal satellite imagery (water temp, color, currents)Tides and moon phase data
☀️ Weather
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
8
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW is now Surfline
Free

Access comprehensive surf forecasts, live surf cams, and expert reports for breaks worldwide. Plan future surf trips with 16-day forecasts and relive your sessions with wave analysis and video playback. Shop surf gear and stay updated on surf news.

Live surf cams at 950+ breaks16-day long-range forecastsDaily surf reports from experts
☀️ Weather
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
9
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
by Verona Solutions, LLC
$1.99

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.

Live buoy dataTide predictionsMoon phase information
☀️ Weather
(32)
free
10
TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation
TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation
TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation
Boat GPS, Charts, AIS, Tides
Free

Navigate the seas with advanced marine charts, GPS, and AIS data, even offline. This app offers detailed bathymetry, community-contributed map data, and dynamic features for safe boating, sailing, and fishing.

Offline marine chartsGPS and route planningAIS Online tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(831)
free with in-app purchases
11
HI Buoy
HI Buoy
HI Buoy
The Ultimate Hawai'i Buoy App
Free

This app displays the latest data from wave buoys across Hawai'i on an interactive map. Users can customize which buoys appear and view detailed swell power graphs or recent readings for each. It also offers a list view as an alternative to the map.

Interactive map of Hawai'i buoysCustomizable buoy displaySwell Power Graph (16 hours)
⚽ Sports
(2)
free
12
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
National Data Buoy Center
Free

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.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataSearch buoys by name, region, or GPSMap view of all buoys
☀️ Weather
(562)
free with in-app purchases
13
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Marine Maps
$8.99

Access NOAA Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) for offline marine navigation. View detailed information like buoys, depths, and port features. Overlay NOAA weather maps including radar, sea temperature, and wind data.

NOAA Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC)Offline chart downloadsDetailed chart information
🗺️ Navigation
(3.7K)
free
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Big Buoy
Big Buoy
Big Buoy
NOAA buoys, tides & forecasts
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
(9)
free
15
SeaDrive: Boat Navigation
SeaDrive: Boat Navigation
SeaDrive: Boat Navigation
GPS Charts Tide Weather Routes
Free

This marine navigation app offers offline charting, route planning, and tide/current predictions. It provides free US charts and integrates weather forecasts and points of interest like marinas. Share your live track with others for enhanced safety and communication on the water.

Offline charting and navigationRoute building and navigationTide and current predictions
🗺️ Navigation
(248)
free with in-app purchases
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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
17
Swell Info
Swell Info
Swell Info
by Outdoor Hub LLC
$2.99

Get detailed 7-day surf forecasts, current weather, tides, and buoy data for numerous locations. Plan your surf sessions with color-coded summaries and in-depth hourly information.

7-day detailed surf forecastsCurrent weather and tidesBuoy data
⚽ Sports
(180)
free
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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
☀️ Weather
(40)
freemium
19
ReefCast Marine Weather
ReefCast Marine Weather
ReefCast Marine Weather
7-Day Marine Weather Forecasts
Free

Provides highly accurate marine weather forecasts with a proprietary interactive model. Offers detailed wind, wave, and buoy data to help users plan outdoor activities on the water.

Proprietary interactive weather modelEnsemble model for forecast confidence7-day marine forecasts
☀️ Weather
(1)
freemium
20
Lazy Surfer
Lazy Surfer
Lazy Surfer
Personalized Surf Report
Free

Get personalized surf reports and forecasts with custom alerts for your favorite wave conditions. Log your sessions to receive notifications when ideal conditions return to your preferred spots. Plan your surf trips with a 16-day outlook based on real buoy data.

Personalized surf condition alerts16-day personalized forecastLog surf sessions
⚽ Sports
(492)
free with in-app purchases