Best Surf App

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the surf app category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 248+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Surf App (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesAug 2026
2MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesAug 2026
3Surf-Forecast.comSurf-Forecast.comFree4.9★ (910)YesYesAug 2026
4Dawn PatrolDawn PatrolFree4.6★ (4.2K)NoYesAug 2026
5True SurfTrue SurfFree3.8★ (3.4K)NoYesAug 2026
6BoardMeeting - Surf AppBoardMeeting - Surf AppFree5.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
7Surfs-AppSurfs-AppFree5.0★ (2)NoJun 2026
8Smart Surf AppSmart Surf AppFreeNoYesJun 2026

Top Picks for Surf App

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports#1

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports by Surfline/Wavetrak

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(30K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#4in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Accurate surf forecasting
  • 📽️ Useful live surf cams
  • 🤙 Helpful for planning surf trips
  • 🏄‍♂️ Invaluable for surfers

Room to Improve

  • 🤑 Expensive premium subscription
  • 🚫 Limited access for free users
  • 🌐 Inconsistent accuracy of forecasts
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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in forecasts
  • 💰 Paywall for some features (e.g., webcams)
  • 🔍 Limited number of spots in some regions
Surf-Forecast.com#3

Surf-Forecast.com by Meteo365 Ltd.

Surf Forecasts & Surf Reports
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.9😊(910 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#89in Weather
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Get simple, accurate surf forecasts for over 7,000 breaks worldwide. Plan your sessions with detailed wave information, tide times, and mapping to find the best conditions and nearby spots. Access extended forecasts and custom alerts with premium features.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Accurate surf forecasts
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of locations
  • 🔍 Detailed information (swell, wind, tides, etc.)

Room to Improve

  • 🔄 Inconsistent data updates
  • 🌊 Wave height/conditions not always accurate
  • 🏞️ Missing data for some locations (e.g. Great Lakes)

More Surf App apps to explore

4
Dawn Patrol
Dawn Patrol
Dawn Patrol
Surf Tracking - Surf Watch
Free

Track and analyze your surfing sessions with detailed metrics like wave count, speed, and distance. Integrates with Apple Watch and HealthKit for comprehensive workout data. Premium features offer advanced analytics and tide-wave correlations.

Track and analyze surf sessionsRecord surf workoutsCount waves and measure distance
💪 Health & Fitness
(4.2K)
freemium
5
True Surf
True Surf
True Surf
Pure surfing bliss
Free

Experience the most authentic surfing simulation with realistic physics and live weather forecasts from Surfline. Master real-time controls, travel to world-famous breaks, and compete in WSL events. Evolve your surfer, build your gear, and chase the perfect wave.

Realistic physics simulationLive Surfline weather forecastsWorld-famous surf breaks
🎮 Games
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
6
BoardMeeting - Surf App
BoardMeeting - Surf App
BoardMeeting - Surf App
the first all in one surf app
Free

Connect with fellow surfers, discover live surf conditions, organize surf trips, and trade gear. This app is designed for surfers to find their community and enhance their ocean experiences.

Find surf buddies by skill level and locationLive surf forecasts for 600+ spotsPlan and coordinate surf trips
🌐 Social Networking
(1)
free
7
Surfs-App
Surfs-App
Surfs-App
by Ran Mor
Free

This app provides worldwide surf forecasts, helping you find the best spots for surfing, SUP, kitesurfing, and other water sports. Get free daily forecasts for wind, weather, wave height, and temperature at beaches globally.

Worldwide surf forecasts4-day forecastWave forecast
☀️ Weather
(2)
free
8
Smart Surf App
Smart Surf App
Smart Surf App
Surf log & session tracker
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
9
Wakeswitches Surf
Wakeswitches Surf
Wakeswitches Surf
by Surf App
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
10
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
Wave Forecasts & Tide Charts
Free

This app helps surfers find the best waves by analyzing forecasts and ranking nearby surf sessions. It personalizes recommendations based on skill level and desired wave size, and helps discover new surf spots. Users can plan their sessions days in advance with detailed, easy-to-understand weather breakdowns.

Ranked spot comparisonPersonalized surf filtersSession window analysis
☀️ Weather
(11)
freemium
11
Surflens: AI Surf Camera
Surflens: AI Surf Camera
Surflens: AI Surf Camera
Auto-record your surf rides
Free

This app uses AI to automatically record your surf rides when you place your iPhone on the beach. It processes and edits clips instantly, even offline, allowing you to review and improve your surfing.

AI-powered automatic wave recordingApple Watch camera controlInstant offline clip processing
⚽ Sports
(10)
ad-supported
12
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
13
Swellnet: Surfcams & Forecasts
Swellnet: Surfcams & Forecasts
Swellnet: Surfcams & Forecasts
Surf-specific 16-day forecasts
Free

Access live surfcams, detailed surf reports, and 16-day forecasts. Quickly check conditions with favorite locations and pro streaming cams.

Live surfcamsSurfcam replaysSurf reports
☀️ Weather
(8)
free with in-app purchases
14
Surf Captain
Surf Captain
Surf Captain
Surf Forecasts Made Awesome
Free

Get detailed 16-day surf forecasts for numerous locations across North America and the Caribbean. This app provides highly accurate predictions in a user-friendly interface, making it easy to plan your next surf session.

16-day surf forecastsUnited States forecastsCanada forecasts
☀️ Weather
(100)
free with in-app purchases
15
Surf Forecast & Report: SurfAI
Surf Forecast & Report: SurfAI
Surf Forecast & Report: SurfAI
Surf, Wind & Tides Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
16
Wave Day: Surf Reports
Wave Day: Surf Reports
Wave Day: Surf Reports
Forecast, Tides & AI Alerts
Free

This app uses AI to predict the best surf conditions based on your past sessions and real-time forecasts. It offers detailed weather, tide, and wave data, with personalized alerts to help you catch the best waves.

AI-powered surf alertsPersonalized session forecastsThree-day hourly forecast
☀️ Weather
(4)
free with in-app purchases
17
Surf Session Tracker-Surf'sApp
Surf Session Tracker-Surf'sApp
Surf Session Tracker-Surf'sApp
Surfing,Wave,Wind,Tide,Log
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
18
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
Surfing conditions at a glance
Free

Get detailed surf forecasts with tide charts, wind direction, and 7-day predictions. Visualize conditions with stunning graphics and receive alerts for your ideal surfing times. Plan your next session with ease, even offline.

At-a-glance critical surf conditionsStunning visualizations for tides, swell, windPersonalized ideal surfing condition alerts
☀️ Weather
(717)
freemium
19
Surf's App
Surf's App
Surf's App
by Trinca Ltda. - Me.
Free

Connect with other surfers to share rides to the beach, trade surf equipment, and get real-time surf conditions and forecasts. Plan your next surf trip and stay updated on wave and wind predictions worldwide.

Share or request rides to surf spotsBuy, sell, or trade surf equipmentAccess exclusive wave and wind forecasts
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
free
20
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast
Custom Spots for Wind & Tide
Free

This app allows users to create custom surf spots globally by dropping pins and provides detailed forecast data from premier weather models. It features a surf journal with auto-import and trend charts to help users make informed decisions about their sessions.

Custom surf spot creation worldwide14-day detailed weather forecastSurf journal with auto-import
☀️ Weather
(37)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Surf App

What is the best surf app for iPhone?
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports tops our surf app ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 30K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top surf app we rank are free to download, including Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports and MSW Surf Forecast.
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ surf app on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides comprehensive surf forecasts, live conditions, and expert analysis to help surfers plan their sessions. It offers access to over 1000 live cams worldwide, hourly data on wave height, wind, and tide, and allows users to log their surf sessions.
Key features include global live surf cams, hourly condition data (wave height, wind, tide), expert surf reports and forecasts, session logging, and integration with Apple Watch for tracking and wave clip generation. Premium members also get exclusive discounts and giveaways.

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