Best Ocean Waves Apps & Games

201+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

The best ocean waves apps on iPhone average 4.5★ across 201+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated May 2026.

Top Picks for Ocean Waves

Ocean Waves - Sleep Sounds#1

Ocean Waves - Sleep Sounds by Codepaint Inc.

Healing Beach Mindfulness
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😐(2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Immerse yourself in calming ocean wave sounds for relaxation, focus, or sleep. Control playback, set timers, and enjoy stereo and spatial audio. Unlock advanced features like extended timers and night mode with a premium upgrade.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Relaxing ocean sounds
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🌙 Helps with sleep and relaxation
  • 🆓 Free basic version available

Room to Improve

  • 🚫 Ads disrupt the experience
  • ⏱️ Timer issues or lack of timer
  • 🔈 Repetitive or unnatural sound quality
Ocean Wave Sounds for Sleep#2

Ocean Wave Sounds for Sleep by Ultabit, LLC

Ocean Waves, Sleep, Relaxation
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
4.7😞(6.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Experience high-quality ambient ocean wave sounds from various global locations. Enhance your sleep, meditation, or relaxation routines with natural soundscapes.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Realistic ocean sounds
  • 💤 Helps with sleep
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🌴 Variety of beach locations

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Timer issues (resets to 15 mins, doesn't work)
  • 🔋 App drains battery when not in use
  • 🔇 Sound cuts out when phone is locked
Ocean Sounds FREE#3

Ocean Sounds FREE by Victor Ren

Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.3😐(311 ratings)
Free
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Experience the calming ambiance of the ocean with a collection of beautiful ocean sounds and accompanying imagery. This app offers an easy-to-use interface to play and stop various ocean soundscapes, creating a realistic and immersive experience.

What We Love

  • 😴 Highly effective for sleep and relaxation
  • 🌊 Realistic and soothing ocean sounds
  • 🎵 Multiple sound variations to choose from
  • 💰 Completely free with no paywalls

Room to Improve

  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly due to screen staying on
  • 📱 Screen cannot turn off while playing
  • 🔁 Sound loops are too short and repetitive

More Ocean Waves apps to explore

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Ocean Sounds - Relaxing Music
Ocean Sounds - Relaxing Music
Ocean Sounds - Relaxing Music
Calm White Noise Sleep Machine
Free

Immerse yourself in soothing ocean sounds and white noise to promote relaxation, sleep, and concentration. This app offers a variety of high-quality nature soundscapes designed to help you unwind, reduce stress, and achieve a peaceful state of mind.

High-quality sea soundsVariety of nature sound effectsWhite noise options
💪 Health & Fitness
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Rain Rain Sleep Sounds
Rain Rain Sleep Sounds
Rain Rain Sleep Sounds
White Noise & Calm Tinnitus
Free

Drift off to sleep faster with a vast library of high-quality, endless ambient sounds. Mix and match sounds, save your favorite combinations, and utilize features like a fade-out timer and bedtime reminders for a better night's rest.

100+ high-quality endless soundsMix and match sounds with individual volume controlSave favorite sound combinations
💪 Health & Fitness
(130K)
freemium
6
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
7
Sleepmaker Waves
Sleepmaker Waves
Sleepmaker Waves
by James Sugrue
Free

Drift off to sleep with the soothing sounds of real ocean waves. This app offers a variety of wave types, from gentle ripples to heavy surf, all digitally recorded and looped for uninterrupted playback. Features include a programmable sleep timer and lock screen controls.

Real ocean wave recordingsHIFI Stereo playbackProgrammable sleep timer
🏥 Medical
(21)
free
8
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
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.

Global live surf camsHourly condition dataExpert surf reports
☀️ Weather
(30K)
freemium
9
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
☀️ Weather
(6.4K)
freemium
10
Nautide: Tides, Wind, Waves +
Nautide: Tides, Wind, Waves +
Nautide: Tides, Wind, Waves +
Plan your activities at sea
Free

Plan your maritime activities with comprehensive data on tides, waves, wind, and weather. Access detailed charts and forecasts for over 25,000 coastal stations worldwide, including fishing activity predictions and astronomical information.

Tide charts and tablesSurf swell height and directionFish activity and solunar periods
☀️ Weather
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
Ocean Wave Height
Ocean Wave Height
Ocean Wave Height
by corey hoggard
Free

Access global wave height and direction data for activities like surfing, fishing, and beach visits. This tool provides essential information for planning your outdoor adventures.

Global wave height dataWave direction informationUseful for surfing
☀️ Weather
(4)
ad-supported
13
Rain Sounds HQ: sleep aid
Rain Sounds HQ: sleep aid
Rain Sounds HQ: sleep aid
300+ rainstorm,water,storms
Free

Drift off to sleep with over 300 high-quality nature sound recordings. Create personalized sound mixes for relaxation or study, and use the built-in timer to gently fade out audio. Millions use this app to improve sleep quality and wake up feeling refreshed.

Over 300 high-quality stereo sound recordingsCreate personalized sound mixesSleep timer with fade-out
🏥 Medical
(27K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Ocean Sound Effects
Ocean Sound Effects
Ocean Sound Effects
by Brandon Stecklein
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
15
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
(884)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
☀️ Weather
(13K)
freemium
17
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories
☀️ Weather
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Ocean City, NJ - Beach Guides
Ocean City, NJ - Beach Guides
Ocean City, NJ - Beach Guides
Vacation Guide
Free

Your comprehensive guide to vacationing in Ocean City, New Jersey. Access real-time weather, ocean temperatures, tide schedules, live shore cams, local news, and event listings. Customize notifications for weather alerts, tides, and more.

Hourly and 10-day weather forecastsReal-time ocean temperature8-day tide schedule
✈️ Travel
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Fish Tales ™
Fish Tales ™
Fish Tales ™
by WISE WAVE CORPORATION LIMITED
Free

Build your own dream undersea world by collecting and evolving hundreds of unique fish. Explore different seas, decorate your ocean environment, and complete challenging tasks. Visit friends' seas, trade fish, and discover hidden treasures.

Collect hundreds of fish charactersEvolve fish with unique transformationsExplore and create different ocean worlds
🎮 Games
(538)
free with in-app purchases
20
Nature ◕‿◕
Nature ◕‿◕
Nature ◕‿◕
Thunderstorm & Ocean Sounds
Free

Drift into a peaceful sleep with calming nature sounds. This app helps ease racing thoughts and tension, promoting faster sleep onset and uninterrupted rest throughout the night. Wake up feeling refreshed and energized without relying on medication.

Fall asleep fastStay asleep all nightWake up refreshed
🎵 Music
(986)
free with in-app purchases

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