Best Marine Data Apps

178+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our marine data list covers 178+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Marine Data Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NOAA Marine Forecast: BuoycastNOAA Marine Forecast: BuoycastFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesSep 2026
2Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesSep 2026
3NOAA National Data Buoy MarineNOAA National Data Buoy MarineFree4.4★ (85)YesYesAug 2026
4NOAA Buoys Live Marine WeatherNOAA Buoys Live Marine WeatherFree4.4★ (564)YesYesSep 2026
5PredictWind — Marine ForecastsPredictWind — Marine ForecastsFree4.8★ (33K)NoYesSep 2026
6NOAA Buoy & Tides TrackerNOAA Buoy & Tides TrackerFree3.7★ (34)YesNoSep 2026
7TB Marine AppTB Marine AppFree—NoNoMay 2026
8Data Marine SupplyData Marine SupplyFree5.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Marine Data

NOAA Marine Forecast: Buoycast#1

NOAA Marine Forecast: Buoycast by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Buoy Weather, Waves & Tides
Editor's Choice
☀️ 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
  • 📢 Too many ads in free version
Marine Weather Forecast Pro#2

Marine Weather Forecast Pro by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#83in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Detailed weather data from multiple sources
  • 🔍 Accurate and reliable information
  • 👍 Intuitive and well-designed interface
  • 💡 Customizable spot forecasts
  • 🔍 Real-time buoy and station data
  • 👍 Responsive and helpful developer support

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with data availability or app crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location forecasts
  • 🔍 Lack of certain features like wind speed units or saved locations

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FAQ about Marine Data

What are the best marine data apps for iPhone?
NOAA Marine Forecast: Buoycast tops our marine data apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 14K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top marine data apps we rank are free to download, including NOAA Marine Forecast: Buoycast and Marine Weather Forecast Pro.
NOAA Marine Forecast: Buoycast shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 178+ marine data apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides real-time observations from NOAA NDBC buoys, including wind speed and direction, air and water temperature, atmospheric pressure, and wave data. It also offers NOAA marine forecasts, tide predictions, and sunrise/sunset times.
Buoycast Pro unlocks interactive weather maps with animated radar, precipitation, wind, and temperature overlays. It also provides customizable notifications for specific weather criteria and NOAA alerts, along with ad-free browsing.