Best Noaa Fish Apps

205+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6β˜…, the noaa fish category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 205+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Noaa Fish

Fish Rules: Local Fishing Laws#1

Fish Rules: Local Fishing Laws by Fish Rules, LLC.

License Regulations & Limits
Editor's Choice
⚽ Sports
3.9😐(191 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app simplifies recreational saltwater fishing regulations across various states and federal waters. It provides up-to-date information on seasons, bag limits, and size restrictions, with location-based or manual input options. Offline functionality ensures you can access rules anywhere, helping you fish with confidence.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • πŸ“ Accurate GPS location-based regulations
  • 🎣 Comprehensive fish identification with photos
  • πŸ“‹ Up-to-date fishing regulations and seasons

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Frequent crashes and freezes
  • πŸ“Ί Intrusive full-screen ads blocking functionality
  • πŸ” Poor customer support and unresponsive team
Fishbrain - Fishing App#2

Fishbrain - Fishing App by FishBrain AB

Fish Spots, Maps & Identifier
Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
4.7😊(67K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#6in Sports
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Discover new fishing locations, access detailed local information, and connect with a large community of anglers. Improve your fishing skills with advanced maps, weather forecasts, and catch tracking tools.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Great community and social features
  • πŸ‘ Helpful for finding fishing spots and sharing catches
  • 🌟 Useful for learning new fishing techniques and gear
  • πŸ’‘ Interesting concept for a fishing-focused social app

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Subscription costs are too high for casual users
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Inaccurate location tracking and mapping
  • πŸ› Bugs and glitches in the app
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast#3

NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast by Zipo Apps Ltd.

Predict wind, swell, and waves
Worth Considering
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.6😞(5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#68in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Accurate weather forecasts
  • πŸ’‘ Great coverage of locations
  • πŸ‘ Useful for boating and sailing
  • πŸš€ Provides real-time data

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› App crashes or doesn't load
  • πŸ› Inaccurate wind and wave data
  • πŸ‘Ž Intrusive ads and paywall

More Noaa Fish apps to explore

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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
β˜€οΈ Weather
(85)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
6
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
7
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Tides, waves & storm forecast
Free

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Access real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps for a global overview. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals needing precise weather data.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(6.4K)
freemium
8
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
9
Fishing Calendar & Tide Times
Fishing Calendar & Tide Times
Fishing Calendar & Tide Times
Tides,Forecast,Weather,Solunar
Free

This app provides advanced solunar predictions to help anglers find the best fishing times and locations. It integrates weather forecasts and tide predictions to enhance your fishing success. You can also log your catches with detailed information and share them with friends.

Solunar prediction calendarWeather and tide forecastsCatch logging and database
β˜€οΈ Weather
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
10
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
β˜€οΈ Weather
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Fishing Spots: Find & Fish App
Fishing Spots: Find & Fish App
Fishing Spots: Find & Fish App
Local Fishing Maps & Forecast
Free

Discover local fishing spots with interactive maps, depth charts, and real-time forecasts. Log your catches, analyze your success, and connect with a global community of anglers to improve your fishing game.

Interactive fishing maps with depth chartsReal-time fishing forecasts and weatherCatch logging and analysis
⚽ Sports
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Picture Fish - Fish Identifier
Picture Fish - Fish Identifier
Picture Fish - Fish Identifier
Fish ID Verify by Picture
Free

Instantly identify fish species by taking or uploading a photo. Access a vast database with detailed information and helpful tips for fish keeping. Connect with a community for shared knowledge and insights.

Fast and accurate fish identificationDatabase of 2500+ fish speciesFish keeping tips and advice
πŸ“š Education
(5K)
freemium
13
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
Free

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.

Real-time buoy observationsNOAA marine forecastsTide predictions
β˜€οΈ Weather
(13K)
freemium
14
FishVerify: ID & Regulations
FishVerify: ID & Regulations
FishVerify: ID & Regulations
#1 Fish Identification App
Free

Instantly identify fish species using your camera and access up-to-date local fishing regulations. Track your catches, log important fishing data, and store your licenses digitally. Premium features offer advanced identification, weather, and expert advice.

Camera-based fish identificationLocal fishing regulations (size, bag limits)Catch logging with GPS and weather data
⚽ Sports
(1.9K)
freemium
15
Catchr: Fish Identifier
Catchr: Fish Identifier
Catchr: Fish Identifier
Identify fish & log catches
Free

Instantly identify fish species, weight, and length by snapping a photo. Log your catches with detailed notes, track personal bests, and compete on leaderboards. Build a digital collection of your fishing memories.

Fast fish identification from photosDetailed catch logging (weight, length, bait, notes)Personal bests and catch statistics
⚽ Sports
(3.7K)
subscription
16
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NWS Marine Weather Forecast
$1.99

Access detailed marine weather forecasts by tapping on any location on the map. Get spot-specific information on weather, wind, waves, advisories, and offshore synopses. Includes hourly tide forecasts with interactive graphs for various coastal and Great Lakes regions.

Spot specific marine weather forecastsWind and wave conditionsSevere weather advisories
β˜€οΈ Weather
(4.8K)
paid
17
Fishing App - Pro Angler
Fishing App - Pro Angler
Fishing App - Pro Angler
Fish Identifier, Spots & Maps
Free

This comprehensive fishing application offers extensive data on fishing spots, marine weather, tide charts, and a detailed guide to global fish species. It provides local fishing reports, regulations, and navigation tools to enhance your angling experience, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned angler.

110,000+ Fishing Hot SpotsMarine Weather & TidesAngler Fish Species Guide
⚽ Sports
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
18
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
β˜€οΈ Weather
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Fish Washington
Fish Washington
Fish Washington
Sport Fishing Regulations
Free

Access current Washington sport fishing rules and emergency changes for all state waters. Log catches offline, check license privileges, and find fishing spots with interactive maps. Includes NOAA tidal predictions and harvest limits.

Current sport fishing rulesEmergency regulation updatesOffline catch logging
⚽ Sports
(6.9K)
free
20
FishAngler: Fishing Guide App
FishAngler: Fishing Guide App
FishAngler: Fishing Guide App
Fishing Maps, Forecast & Spots
Free

This app helps anglers discover, plan, and log fishing trips with powerful maps, forecasts, and community features. Identify fish, track your catches, and connect with other anglers to improve your success on the water.

Fishing Maps & SpotsPrivate WaypointsBait & Lure Insights
⚽ Sports
(13K)
free with in-app purchases