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Best Surf Conditions Apps

212+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our surf conditions list covers 212+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Surf Conditions Apps (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
4CoreSurfer Surf ReportsCoreSurfer Surf ReportsFree—NoNoJul 2026
5Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
6EPIC - Surf Report & ForecastEPIC - Surf Report & ForecastFree4.6★ (718)YesYesAug 2026
7SwellPilot SurfSwellPilot SurfFree—NoYesJun 2026
8Tide Guide: Charts & TablesTide Guide: Charts & TablesFree4.7★ (9.7K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Surf Conditions

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
#6in 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
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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 Conditions apps to explore

4
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
Live Waves, Forecast & Maps
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
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
☀️ Weather
(16K)
freemium
6
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
(718)
freemium
7
SwellPilot Surf
SwellPilot Surf
SwellPilot Surf
Surf forecast and wave alerts
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
8
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
NOAA Tides, Weather & Alerts
Free

Access detailed tide and marine weather forecasts worldwide. Visualize conditions with beautiful charts and customize your experience with widgets and Live Activities. Plan your next outdoor adventure with confidence.

Worldwide tide and marine weather dataFull-screen dynamic chartsMonthly and yearly tide tables
☀️ Weather
(9.7K)
freemium
9
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
#1 Fishing, boating & sailing
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)
☀️ Weather
(73K)
freemium
10
Lazy Surfer
Lazy Surfer
Lazy Surfer
Personalized Surf Report
Free

Get personalized surf reports and forecasts with custom alerts for your favorite wave conditions. Log your sessions to receive notifications when ideal conditions return to your preferred spots. Plan your surf trips with a 16-day outlook based on real buoy data.

Personalized surf condition alerts16-day personalized forecastLog surf sessions
⚽ Sports
(499)
free with in-app purchases
11
Surf Forecast - Curlio
Surf Forecast - Curlio
Surf Forecast - Curlio
Wave Reports & Wind Forecasts
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
12
Swello Surf Report
Swello Surf Report
Swello Surf Report
by Dean Chapman
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
13
Current - Surf Forecast
Current - Surf Forecast
Current - Surf Forecast
Hyperlocal surf forecasts
Free

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.

Physics-based surf forecastsWave break type predictionSwell partitions and timeline
☀️ Weather
(12)
freemium
14
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
by Paul van Motman
⚽ Sports
(0)
15
YaduSurf : Vagues, Vent, Spots
YaduSurf : Vagues, Vent, Spots
YaduSurf : Vagues, Vent, Spots
by Yadusurf
Free

Get detailed surf forecasts with wave and wind predictions. Plan your surf sessions with an intuitive visual display and hour-by-hour breakdowns for specific spots. Ideal for both beginners and experienced surfers.

6-day surf forecastsHundreds of surf spots across 10 zonesIntuitive 'Surfometer' data visualization
☀️ Weather
(0)
free
16
Element - Conditions & Sports
Element - Conditions & Sports
Element - Conditions & Sports
Surf, Dive & Trail Conditions.
Free

This app provides live conditions, forecasts, and sport-specific ratings for outdoor activity locations. It helps users decide when to engage in activities like surfing, diving, or trail running by offering detailed information and planning tools.

Interactive map of curated spotsSport-specific conditions and forecastsMulti-day planning forecasts
⚽ Sports
(27)
freemium
17
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
18
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
19
Should I Surf Today?
Should I Surf Today?
Should I Surf Today?
by CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN RIGGS
Free

This app provides direct, no-nonsense answers to whether conditions are suitable for surfing. It cuts through the noise to tell you if it's flat, crowded, cold, or even sharky, encouraging you to paddle out.

Direct condition assessmentNo overthinking requiredFocus on real conditions
☀️ Weather
(4)
free
20
Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast
Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast
Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast
Surf report and wave forecast
Free

Get personalized global surf forecasts for over 5,000 locations, including custom spots. Receive alerts for your ideal conditions and discover nearby points of interest. Share conditions with friends and contribute to ocean conservation.

Personalized surf forecastsGlobal surf location databaseCustom location support
⚽ Sports
(29)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Surf Conditions

What are the best surf conditions apps for iPhone?
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports tops our surf conditions apps 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 conditions apps 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 212+ surf conditions apps 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.