Best Swell Scope Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 250+ swell scope apps on iOS, 20 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 Swell Scope Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Swell Scope — Surf ForecastSwell Scope — Surf ForecastFree4.9★ (37)NoYesAug 2026
2Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesAug 2026
3MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesAug 2026
4Spotadvisor Surf ForecastSpotadvisor Surf ForecastFreeNoYesJul 2026
5Swell JournalSwell JournalFreeNoJul 2026
6CoreSurfer Surf ReportsCoreSurfer Surf ReportsFreeNoNoJul 2026
7SurfDay: Smart SwellSurfDay: Smart SwellFreeYesYesJun 2026
8Stoke: Surf ForecastStoke: Surf ForecastFreeNoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Swell Scope

Swell Scope — Surf Forecast#1

Swell Scope — Surf Forecast by Flockatoo Tech Pty Ltd

Custom Spots for Wind & Tide
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.9(37 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports#2

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports by Surfline/Wavetrak

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(30K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#4in 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
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 Swell Scope apps to explore

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Spotadvisor Surf Forecast
Spotadvisor Surf Forecast
Spotadvisor Surf Forecast
Surf Diary and Forecast
Free

This app provides a personalized surf forecast by combining marine weather data with your past surf session ratings. It learns your preferences to offer more accurate predictions for your favorite spots. You can also benefit from community ratings at new locations or create custom spots worldwide.

Personalized surf forecastsSurf session logging and ratingCommunity spot ratings
☀️ Weather
(0)
freemium
5
Swell Journal
Swell Journal
Swell Journal
by Matt Burrill
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
6
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
CoreSurfer Surf Reports
Live Waves, Forecast & Maps
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
7
SurfDay: Smart Swell
SurfDay: Smart Swell
SurfDay: Smart Swell
Surf, Windsurf e Kitesurf
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
8
Stoke: Surf Forecast
Stoke: Surf Forecast
Stoke: Surf Forecast
Wind & Wave weatherforecast
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
9
My Wave
My Wave
My Wave
Marine Weather Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
10
Shacked - Surf Forecast
Shacked - Surf Forecast
Shacked - Surf Forecast
by Andreas Oszko
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
11
Lineup: Surf Forecast & Guides
Lineup: Surf Forecast & Guides
Lineup: Surf Forecast & Guides
Spots, swell, tide & sessions
Free

This app provides personalized surf spot recommendations based on real forecast data and expert knowledge of each break. It offers detailed guides for surf spots, including hazards and board suitability, and allows users to log their sessions with notes and photos. Advanced coaching features are available for users seeking to improve their skills.

Personalized surf spot matchingDetailed surf spot guidesHour-by-hour surf reports
⚽ Sports
(0)
freemium
12
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Daily Surf Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
13
The Buoy
The Buoy
The Buoy
Real-time swell updates
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

Get real-time ocean swell updates including size, period, and direction. This app combines buoy data with surf forecasts to help you plan your sessions and save your favorite conditions.

Real-time swell dataSwell size, period, and directionSurf forecast integration
☀️ Weather
(1)
free
14
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Plan Sessions for Better Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
15
Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast
Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast
Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast
Ocean Swell Tide Wind Tracker
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
16
Swellcloud
Swellcloud
Swellcloud
Surf forecasting
Free

Get detailed surf forecasts powered by a proprietary wave and weather API. View tide times, swell data, surf height, direction, period, and energy to understand surf quality with a color and star rating system.

Proprietary wave and weather APITide timesSwell height and direction
☀️ Weather
(0)
free
17
BreakFinder: Surf Tracker
BreakFinder: Surf Tracker
BreakFinder: Surf Tracker
Waves, Tides, Wind & Forecast
Free

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.

Automatic wave detectionCross-platform smartwatch compatibilityComprehensive surf log
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
free
18
nextSurf
nextSurf
nextSurf
Plan your next surf with AI
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
19
Surf Journal App
Surf Journal App
Surf Journal App
Log Your Surf Sessions
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
20
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

FAQ about Swell Scope

What are the best swell scope apps for iPhone?
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast tops our swell scope apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 37 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top swell scope apps we rank are free to download, including Swell Scope — Surf Forecast and Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports.
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ swell scope apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Swell Scope is free to download and use. There are in-app purchases available, but the core functionality is accessible without cost.
Swell Scope was last updated on March 18, 2026, with version 1.02. The app aims to provide fresh data as soon as it's published by weather sources, with most models updating every 6 hours.