Best Swell Ocean Apps & Games

241+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating

20 free apps & games

Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good swell ocean apps and games. We benchmark 241+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Swell Ocean Apps & Games (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Clean Swell	Free	4.4★ (27)	No	No	Sep 2026
2	SWELL — you are the wave	Free	5.0★ (2)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
3	SwellTell	Free	3.7★ (3)	No	No	Oct 2026
4	Swell — Surf & Tide Forecast	Free	—	No	No	Oct 2026
5	Ocean Wave Height	Free	1.3★ (4)	Yes	No	Sep 2026
6	WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports	Free	4.7★ (23)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026
7	Swell Intel	Free	5.0★ (11)	No	Yes	Jul 2026
8	Ocean Pulse	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	No	Oct 2026

Top Picks for Swell Ocean

#1

Clean Swell by Ocean Conservancy

Editor's Choice

📊 Productivity

4.4(27 ratings)

Free

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Easily record trash collected during cleanups to contribute to global ocean trash data. Track your impact, share results, and get involved in ocean advocacy.

#2

SWELL — you are the wave by KODENI LLC

One-thumb ocean surfing

Strong Contender

5.0(2 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Control the ocean's rise and fall with a single touch to launch surfers, dodge obstacles, and ride the waves. Experience a new ocean layout with each run, or embark on a wordless journey through 40 levels across 8 unique seas. Collect riders and unlock vibrant water environments.

#3

SwellTell by Joshua Konold

Worth Considering

3.7(3 ratings)

Free

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This app allows users to become surf reporters by submitting photos and details about surf breaks. You can also view a live feed of surf reports from other users, including wave size, conditions, and crowd levels.

More Swell Ocean apps to explore

Swell — Surf & Tide Forecast

Swell — Surf & Tide Forecast

Swell — Surf & Tide Forecast

Is it any good right now?

Ocean Wave Height

Ocean Wave Height

Ocean Wave Height

by corey hoggard

Access global wave height and direction data for activities like surfing, fishing, and beach visits. This tool provides essential information for planning your outdoor adventures.

Global wave height dataWave direction informationUseful for surfing

WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports

WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports

WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports

Wave Forecasts & Tide Charts

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

Surf Forecast Intelligence

Get detailed surf forecasts, real-time conditions, and smart alerts to find the best waves. Plan your surf trips with up to 16-day forecasts and easily scan spot conditions at a glance. Receive notifications when conditions meet your standards, ensuring you never miss a good session.

Detailed surf forecasts up to 16 daysReal-time wave height, swell, and wind dataSmart alerts for optimal surf conditions

NOAA buoy data, artfully.

Visualize real-time NOAA buoy data as a dynamic, glowing map. Understand ocean conditions like swell direction, wave period, and height through intuitive visual cues rather than numbers. Access detailed conditions for over 170 buoys across various ocean regions.

Real-time NOAA buoy data visualizationColor-coded swell directionPulse speed indicates wave period

Current - Surf Forecast

Current - Surf Forecast

Current - Surf Forecast

Hyperlocal surf forecasts

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

NeoSwell - Coastal Weather

NeoSwell - Coastal Weather

NeoSwell - Coastal Weather

Sea & Ocean Forecast

Get real-time surf forecasts and conditions for over 8,000 locations globally. Plan your perfect surf session with detailed wave charts, 7-day forecasts, and water temperature monitoring. Save favorite spots for quick access.

8,000+ global surf spotsVisual wave charts7-day surf forecasts

Surf Forecasts Made Awesome

Get detailed 16-day surf forecasts for numerous locations across North America and the Caribbean. This app provides highly accurate predictions in a user-friendly interface, making it easy to plan your next surf session.

16-day surf forecastsUnited States forecastsCanada forecasts

free with in-app purchases

Surfcast: Swell, Wind & Tide

Surfcast: Swell, Wind & Tide

Surfcast: Swell, Wind & Tide

Surf Forecast & Tide Report

Buoys: Live Ocean Data

Buoys: Live Ocean Data

Buoys: Live Ocean Data

Buoy data at a glance

Access live ocean conditions directly from your lock screen with a convenient widget. Monitor swell, wave height, and water temperature in real-time from over 1,400 NOAA buoy stations.

Lock screen widget for live swell dataReal-time swell conditions from NOAA buoysFavorite buoy list

Swell Tour: Surfing Career Sim

Swell Tour: Surfing Career Sim

Swell Tour: Surfing Career Sim

Retro pixel surf career game

Embark on a professional surfing career, starting from local circuits and aiming for the World Tour. Make strategic decisions on every wave, compete in realistic heats, and build your skills and relationships with other surfers. Sign sponsorships to advance your journey.

Surfing career progressionGlobal surf spot locationsRealistic wave reading and maneuvers

free with in-app purchases

Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast

Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast

Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast

Ocean Swell Tide Wind Tracker

SwellPilot Surf

SwellPilot Surf

SwellPilot Surf

Surf forecast and wave alerts

Surf Forecast | Surfnerd

Surf Forecast | Surfnerd

Surf Forecast | Surfnerd

Wind, swell & tide reports

Get accurate, real-time surf forecasts including wind, swell, and tide information on a single screen. Explore surf spots, receive smart alerts for changing conditions, and log your sessions to improve your wave reading skills.

Real-time surf forecastsWind, swell, and tide on one screenInteractive surf maps

free with in-app purchases

Live ocean buoy data worldwide

Access live scientific data from ocean buoys globally. View water temperature, swell height, and more from public scientific organizations. Features include automatic closest buoy selection, map browsing, favorites, and distance/bearing calculations.

Live buoy data worldwideWater temperature and swell heightAutomatic closest buoy selection

free with in-app purchases

Surf forecasts, swell & tides

Get accurate, at-a-glance surf forecasts for wave height, swell, wind, and tides. Plan your sessions with multi-day outlooks and connect with other surfers to find your crew and coordinate sessions.

Multi-day surf forecastsWave height, swell, and wind dataTide times

Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast

Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast

Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast

Surf report and wave forecast

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

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Swell Ocean

What are the best swell ocean apps & games for iPhone?

Clean Swell tops our swell ocean apps & games ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 27 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free swell ocean apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top swell ocean apps & games we rank are free to download, including Clean Swell and SWELL — you are the wave.

Does Clean Swell have ads or in-app purchases?

Clean Swell has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many swell ocean apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 241+ swell ocean apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.