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Best Surf Tracker Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our surf tracker list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through September 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Surf Tracker Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesSep 2026
2Dawn PatrolDawn PatrolFree4.6★ (4.2K)NoYesSep 2026
3BreakFinder: Surf TrackerBreakFinder: Surf TrackerFree4.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
4Surf Tracking: Gone SurfingSurf Tracking: Gone SurfingFree5.0★ (7)NoYesAug 2026
5SurfBound: Surf Tracker & LogSurfBound: Surf Tracker & LogFree—NoYesAug 2026
6Watersports Tracker - SurfingWatersports Tracker - SurfingFree4.8★ (1.4K)NoYesSep 2026
7Surflens: AI Surf CameraSurflens: AI Surf CameraFree4.8★ (10)YesYesAug 2026
8Swellbook: Surf Session LogSwellbook: Surf Session LogFree—NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Surf Tracker

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
Dawn Patrol#2

Dawn Patrol by Dawn Patrol Surf Tracking

Surf Tracking - Surf Watch
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.6😐(4.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate wave tracking
  • 👍 Useful data and analytics
  • 🔒 Integrates well with Apple Watch
  • 💡 Innovative features like Surfline integration

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent wave tracking and GPS accuracy
  • 🔋 High battery drain on Apple Watch
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
BreakFinder: Surf Tracker#3

BreakFinder: Surf Tracker by Philipp Winkler

Waves, Tides, Wind & Forecast
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This app transforms your smartwatch into an automatic surf session tracker, logging wave count, speed, and distance. It also serves as a phone-based hub for surf logs, forecasts for over 9,200 spots worldwide, and a unique take-off spot compass.

More Surf Tracker apps to explore

4
Surf Tracking: Gone Surfing
Surf Tracking: Gone Surfing
Surf Tracking: Gone Surfing
Wave Tracker for your Watch
Free

This app transforms your Apple Watch into a dedicated surf tracker. It provides real-time guidance to your take-off zone, tracks paddling endurance, and offers detailed session recaps with wave analysis to help you improve your surfing.

Real-time take-off zone guidancePaddling distance and endurance trackingLive session stats (wave count, heart rate)
💪 Health & Fitness
(7)
freemium
5
SurfBound: Surf Tracker & Log
SurfBound: Surf Tracker & Log
SurfBound: Surf Tracker & Log
Wave Count on Your Wrist
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
6
Watersports Tracker - Surfing
Watersports Tracker - Surfing
Watersports Tracker - Surfing
Paddle Surf Kite Foil Windsurf
Free

Track your watersports sessions with detailed statistics like distance, duration, and speed. Analyze past activities, add notes, and monitor heart rate data. Syncs with the Health app and updates activity rings.

Track distance, duration, and speedSession playback and analysisSave session notes
⚽ Sports
(1.4K)
subscription
7
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
8
Swellbook: Surf Session Log
Swellbook: Surf Session Log
Swellbook: Surf Session Log
Log spots, gear & conditions
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
9
Surf Log: Surfing Tracker
Surf Log: Surfing Tracker
Surf Log: Surfing Tracker
Sessions, surfboards, goals
Free

Track your surfing sessions, identify optimal conditions for your favorite spots, and set personal goals to improve your skills. Evaluate surfboard performance to make informed choices for every wave and achieve your best year of surfing.

Track surfing sessionsIdentify optimal conditionsSet and achieve personal goals
⚽ Sports
(5)
free
10
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW is now Surfline
Free

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.

Live surf cams at 950+ breaks16-day long-range forecastsDaily surf reports from experts
☀️ Weather
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
11
BreakFinder: SUP Surf Tracker
BreakFinder: SUP Surf Tracker
BreakFinder: SUP Surf Tracker
Auto wave count on your wrist
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
12
Swell Surf Tracker
Swell Surf Tracker
Swell Surf Tracker
by Justin Adame
Free

Log your surf sessions with detailed metrics like wave height, duration, and board type. Track your progress over time with stats and see live conditions at numerous surf spots. Syncs with a web version for access across devices.

Live swell dataSession loggingSession history with filters
⚽ Sports
(1)
free
13
MeteoSwiss
MeteoSwiss
MeteoSwiss
by MeteoSwiss
Free

Get comprehensive, up-to-date weather information for Switzerland. Receive forecasts, current measurements, and natural hazard warnings with customizable push notifications. Stay informed with weather animations, detailed reports, and a dedicated blog.

Detailed weather forecastsNatural hazard warnings with push notificationsWeather animations and satellite images
☀️ Weather
(140)
free with in-app purchases
14
Smart Surf App
Smart Surf App
Smart Surf App
Surf log & session tracker
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
15
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
16
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
17
Surf Forecast: Quiver
Surf Forecast: Quiver
Surf Forecast: Quiver
Surf Reports, Waves & Tides
Free

Get personalized surf forecasts and alerts based on your past sessions. Log your surf, track conditions, and receive notifications when your favorite spots are firing. Pro features offer advanced insights like board recommendations and custom surf call verdicts.

Personalized surf forecastsSession logging and trackingCustomizable surf alerts
☀️ Weather
(5)
freemium
18
SurfTribe
SurfTribe
SurfTribe
by Dmitrii Nikonov
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
19
Stoke: Surf Forecast
Stoke: Surf Forecast
Stoke: Surf Forecast
Wind & Wave weatherforecast
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
20
WaveCheck - Surf Forecast
WaveCheck - Surf Forecast
WaveCheck - Surf Forecast
Score every wave
Free

This app analyzes surf forecasts to tell you the best times and places to surf based on your skill level and equipment. It offers detailed hourly conditions, smart alerts, session tracking, and a global map of surf spots.

Personalized surf scores2,000+ surf spots worldwideDetailed hourly forecasts
☀️ Weather
(0)
freemium

FAQ about Surf Tracker

What are the best surf tracker apps for iPhone?
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports tops our surf tracker apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 30K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top surf tracker apps we rank are free to download, including Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports and Dawn Patrol.
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ surf tracker apps on the iOS App Store as of September 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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