Best Surfing Waves Apps & Games

250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

The best surfing waves apps and games on iPhone average 4.3★ across 250+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated July 2026.

Compare top Surfing Waves Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesAug 2026
2True SurfTrue SurfFree3.8★ (3.4K)NoYesAug 2026
3MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesAug 2026
4Big Wave SurfingBig Wave SurfingFree4.2★ (43)YesNoJul 2026
5Surfing Game - World Surf TourSurfing Game - World Surf TourFree4.6★ (1.3K)NoYesAug 2026
6Flip Surfing Diving Stunt RaceFlip Surfing Diving Stunt RaceFree4.4★ (337)YesYesMay 2026
7Surf or DieSurf or DieFree2.2★ (168)NoYesAug 2026
8Eddy Surf Report Wave ForecastEddy Surf Report Wave ForecastFree4.8★ (29)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Surfing Waves

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
True Surf#2

True Surf by True Axis

Pure surfing bliss
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
3.8😊(3.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#86in Games
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Realistic wave physics and graphics
  • 🤙 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 🔥 Best surfing game on mobile
  • 👍 Intuitive controls once learned

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for boards and upgrades
  • 🐢 Extremely slow progression and leveling up
  • 🤯 Inconsistent and unreliable scoring system
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 Surfing Waves apps to explore

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Big Wave Surfing
Big Wave Surfing
Big Wave Surfing
Casual surfing game
Free

Control a surfer to stay in the dark blue zone and collect green surfboards for points. Avoid obstacles like jellyfish and seagulls to protect your score and advance through stages. Compete with others and enjoy one-handed controls in this casual surfing game.

Score points by staying in the blue zoneCollect green surfboards for bonusesAvoid obstacles like jellyfish and seagulls
🎮 Games
(43)
ad-supported
5
Surfing Game - World Surf Tour
Surfing Game - World Surf Tour
Surfing Game - World Surf Tour
by Risesystem, inc.
Free

Experience realistic surfing with various maneuvers and tricks at famous real-world surf spots. Compete in World Tour mode, challenge scores, or enjoy free riding. Choose from unique surfers and share your best rides.

Real surfing spots reproductionEasy handling with multiple maneuversAdvanced aerial tricks
🎮 Games
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Flip Surfing Diving Stunt Race
Flip Surfing Diving Stunt Race
Flip Surfing Diving Stunt Race
JetSki Surfers - Racing Games
Free

Experience the thrill of water sports with this racing and diving simulation game. Perform daring flips and stunts while collecting coins and navigating water parks. It's an adventure designed for fearless young players who love aerial acrobatics.

Real surfing experienceWater racing simulationDiving and flip stunts
🎮 Games
(337)
free with in-app purchases
7
Surf or Die
Surf or Die
Surf or Die
by Sea Venture LLC
Free

Experience the thrill of surfing across 19 iconic global locations. Master new boards and perform advanced tricks as you conquer monster waves. This game offers realistic graphics and immersive sound for an authentic surfing adventure.

19 world-class surfing locationsUnlock new boards and movesPerform dozens of tricks
🎮 Games
(168)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
9
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Plan Sessions for Better Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
10
Shark Waves
Shark Waves
Shark Waves
Surf with Megalodon & Kraken
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
11
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Daily Surf Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
12
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
13
Surfing Life
Surfing Life
Surfing Life
by Zinio International S.L.
Free

This app provides in-depth content on five key aspects of surfing: surfers, surfboards, waves, travel, and technique. Each issue focuses on a single subject, offering authoritative and comprehensive information for enthusiasts.

In-depth articles on surfing pillarsDedicated issues for specific subjectsAuthoritative and comprehensive content
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
(0)
free with in-app purchases
14
PartyWave.App
PartyWave.App
PartyWave.App
Surf Reports from Real Surfers
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
15
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
Live Waves, Forecast & Maps
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
16
SwellPilot Surf
SwellPilot Surf
SwellPilot Surf
Surf forecast and wave alerts
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
17
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
Tideline Surf Reports
by Paul van Motman
⚽ Sports
(0)
18
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
19
Surf Maps
Surf Maps
Surf Maps
Discover Waves Worldwide
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
20
Hammer Surf School
Hammer Surf School
Hammer Surf School
by Hammer Surf School, Inc.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)

FAQ about Surfing Waves

What are the best surfing waves apps & games for iPhone?
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports tops our surfing waves apps & games 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 surfing waves apps & games we rank are free to download, including Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports and True Surf.
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 250+ surfing waves apps & games 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.

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