Best E-Seaweed Apps

Seaweed Sorter

Pacific Northwest edition

$3.99

Identify 130 species of macroalgae from the Pacific Northwest with illustrated, jargon-free questions. Features over 300 photos, taxonomic details, and descriptions. Content is updated frequently and available offline.

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.

Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast

Surf report and wave forecast

Free

Get personalized global surf forecasts for over 5,000 locations, including custom spots. Receive alerts for your ideal conditions and discover nearby points of interest. Share conditions with friends and contribute to ocean conservation.

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.

BeachFinder - Sea Temp & Wind

Beach Weather & Water Quality

Free

Discover the best beaches, lakes, and swimming spots with real-time conditions, smart filters, and trip planning tools. Find surf details, safety flags, and even overnight van spots. Explore over 184,000 destinations across Europe and the USA.

SeaPhoto

by Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary Foundation

Free

Explore a vast collection of high-quality images and detailed ecological information about marine life in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Browse species by name or functional group, with photos downloaded on demand and stored for offline access.

Wave Browser: Clean the Ocean

Ocean-Safe, Secure, Adblock

Free

Browse the web while contributing to ocean cleanup efforts. This secure and user-friendly browser funds verified ocean cleanup initiatives with every session, helping to remove plastic and trash from waterways.

SeaLife: Marine Identifier

Fish, plants & wildlife

Free

Discover over 1,000 marine species from various oceans with detailed profiles. Search and filter species by name, color, shape, or habitat. Learn about their behavior, morphology, and natural environment.

Sea Life Doodle Reef

Enjoy a Virtual Reef

Free

Create and nurture your own underwater ecosystem. Feed vibrant marine life and observe their graceful movements in a personalized virtual ocean.

Seafoodopedia

by Christina Bischofberger

Free

This comprehensive guide identifies edible aquatic organisms, offering detailed information on species found in oceans, seas, and freshwater. It provides names in multiple languages, illustrations, and links to Wikipedia for further learning. Users can also add personal notes and photos.

Saltwaterfish.com

by Deep Blue Seas LLC

Free

Explore the world of saltwater fishkeeping with this app. Learn about various species, their care requirements, and compatibility for a thriving aquarium. Discover aquacultured and ethically sourced fish for your home.

Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch

Wave Weather & Surfing NOAA

Free

Get real-time marine weather buoy data for surfing. Avoid inaccurate forecasts by checking actual wave conditions, swell size, direction, and wind. Receive notifications for optimal surf and access historical charts.