Best Reporter Surf Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good reporter surf apps. We benchmark 246+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Reporter Surf Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Current - Surf ForecastCurrent - Surf ForecastFree4.7★ (14)NoYesSep 2026
2MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesOct 2026
3ONDA SurfONDA SurfFree5.0★ (14)NoNoOct 2026
4Eddy Surf Report Wave ForecastEddy Surf Report Wave ForecastFree4.8★ (29)NoYesAug 2026
5CoreSurfer Surf ReportsCoreSurfer Surf ReportsFree—NoNoJul 2026
6World Surf LeagueWorld Surf LeagueFree2.7★ (37)YesNoOct 2026
7Swello Surf ReportSwello Surf ReportFree—YesNoMay 2026
8Surflens: AI Surf CameraSurflens: AI Surf CameraFree4.9★ (14)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Reporter Surf

Current - Surf Forecast#1

Current - Surf Forecast by Colin Weaver

Hyperlocal surf forecasts
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7(14 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#33in Weather
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Get detailed, physics-based surf forecasts for California breaks. See wave height, how waves break, swell details, wind, tide, and water temperature. A free daily forecast is available, with premium features for multi-day predictions and advanced statistics.

MSW Surf Forecast#2

MSW Surf Forecast by Surfline/Wavetrak

MSW is now Surfline
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(15K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Accurate surf forecasts
  • 📊 Detailed wave and weather information
  • 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of surf spots
  • ⏱️ Helpful tide and sunrise/sunset times
  • 🎨 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🔍 Useful camera views of surf conditions
  • 🌍 Global coverage for traveling surfers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in forecasts
  • 💰 Paywall for some features (e.g., webcams)
  • 🔍 Limited number of spots in some regions
  • 🔀 Navigation changes can be confusing
  • 🔋 Concerns about battery drain
ONDA Surf#3

ONDA Surf by Onda Sports Inc

NorCal surf streams & forecast
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
5.0(14 ratings)
Free
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Get real-time surf conditions and live video feeds of local breaks. This app provides hyper-local forecasts, an AI assistant for expert advice, and tools to log your sessions and connect with other surfers.

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FAQ about Reporter Surf

What are the best reporter surf apps for iPhone?
Current - Surf Forecast tops our reporter surf apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 14 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top reporter surf apps we rank are free to download, including Current - Surf Forecast and MSW Surf Forecast.
Current - Surf Forecast has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 246+ reporter surf apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.