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Best Surf Conditions Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our surf conditions list covers 245+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Surf Conditions Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesAug 2026
2Surf-Forecast.comSurf-Forecast.comFree4.9★ (890)YesYesAug 2026
3MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesAug 2026
4Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
5Tide Guide: Charts & TablesTide Guide: Charts & TablesFree4.7★ (9.5K)NoYesAug 2026
6Current - Surf ForecastCurrent - Surf ForecastFree5.0★ (8)NoYesAug 2026
7CoreSurfer Surf ReportsCoreSurfer Surf ReportsFree—NoNoJul 2026
8Tideline Surf ReportsTideline Surf Reports———NoJul 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
#5in 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
Surf-Forecast.com#2

Surf-Forecast.com by Meteo365 Ltd.

Surf Forecasts & Surf Reports
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.9😊(890 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)
MSW Surf Forecast#3

MSW Surf Forecast by Surfline/Wavetrak

MSW is now Surfline
Worth Considering
☀️ 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

More Surf Conditions apps to explore

4
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
5
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
(9.5K)
freemium
6
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
(8)
freemium
7
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
Live Waves, Forecast & Maps
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
8
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
by Paul van Motman
⚽ Sports
(0)
9
Swello Surf Report
Swello Surf Report
Swello Surf Report
by Dean Chapman
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
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
(498)
free with in-app purchases
11
Shacked - Surf Forecast
Shacked - Surf Forecast
Shacked - Surf Forecast
by Andreas Oszko
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
12
Should I Go Surf?
Should I Go Surf?
Should I Go Surf?
Real-Time Surf Conditions
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
13
Surf Alerts
Surf Alerts
Surf Alerts
Real time surf notifications
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
14
Surf Buddy Wave Height
Surf Buddy Wave Height
Surf Buddy Wave Height
by corey hoggard
Free

Access global wave height and direction data on an interactive map. This tool helps surfers track swells and find optimal surf spots worldwide.

Global wave height dataWave direction trackingInteractive map interface
☀️ Weather
(1)
ad-supported
15
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
16
ShakaLog - Surf Journal
ShakaLog - Surf Journal
ShakaLog - Surf Journal
Remember More, Surf Better
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
17
SwellPilot Surf
SwellPilot Surf
SwellPilot Surf
Surf forecast and wave alerts
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
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
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Plan Sessions for Better Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
20
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

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 July 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 Surf-Forecast.com.
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 245+ surf conditions apps on the iOS App Store as of July 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.