Best Surf Watch Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 249+ surf watch apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Surf Watch 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
3MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesSep 2026
4Surf Watch Scores: SurfBuddySurf Watch Scores: SurfBuddyFree4.2★ (5)NoYesAug 2026
5Surf-Forecast.comSurf-Forecast.comFree4.9★ (940)YesYesSep 2026
6Surf Tracking: Gone SurfingSurf Tracking: Gone SurfingFree5.0★ (7)NoYesSep 2026
7CommaSurf - Watch BrowserCommaSurf - Watch Browser$4.99NoNoSep 2026
8ShakaLog - Surf JournalShakaLog - Surf JournalFreeNoNoJun 2026

Top Picks for Surf Watch

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
#3in 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
  • 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of surf spots
  • 📊 Detailed swell and wind data
  • 💻 Intuitive and easy-to-use app

Room to Improve

  • 🤑 Expensive premium subscription
  • 🚫 Limited access for free users
  • 🌐 Inconsistent accuracy of forecasts
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate for new users
  • 🔴 Frequent ads for premium service
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported
  • 🔍 Lack of customization options
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
  • 👍 Aesthetically pleasing interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent wave tracking and GPS accuracy
  • 🔋 High battery drain on Apple Watch
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Paywall for basic features like tide information
  • 👎 Poor customer support responsiveness
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
  • 🎨 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

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FAQ about Surf Watch

What are the best surf watch apps for iPhone?
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports tops our surf watch apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 30K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top surf watch 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 watch 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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