Best Wave Report Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ wave report 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 Wave Report Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (31K)YesYesNov 2026
2Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesNov 2026
3NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataNOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataFree4.7★ (2.5K)YesYesOct 2026
4Windfinder: Wind & Weather mapWindfinder: Wind & Weather mapFree4.8★ (63K)YesYesNov 2026
5MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesOct 2026
6Surf & Wave Reports: InstaSurfSurf & Wave Reports: InstaSurfFree—NoYesOct 2026
7Brada: AI Wave and Surf ReportBrada: AI Wave and Surf ReportFree—NoNoMay 2026
8CoreSurfer Surf ReportsCoreSurfer Surf ReportsFree—NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Wave Report

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports#1

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports by Surfline/Wavetrak

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(31K 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
  • 🗺️ 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
Marine Weather Forecast Pro#2

Marine Weather Forecast Pro by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#97in Weather
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Access comprehensive NOAA marine weather data, including real-time buoy readings, 5-day forecasts, and historical wave trends. Visualize data with map overlays and receive severe weather alerts. An Apple Watch app is also available.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Detailed weather data from multiple sources
  • 🔍 Accurate and reliable information
  • 👍 Intuitive and well-designed interface
  • 💡 Customizable spot forecasts
  • 🔍 Real-time buoy and station data
  • 👍 Responsive and helpful developer support

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with data availability or app crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location forecasts
  • 🔍 Lack of certain features like wind speed units or saved locations
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data#3

NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

Marine Wind, Wave & Sea Temps
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(2.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access detailed buoy and ship observation data without weather forecasts or tide information. View current conditions, historical trends, and storm locations on an intuitive map. Monitor your favorite locations with customizable widgets.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Critical infrastructure
  • 🚀 Excellent source of sea conditions
  • 🚀 Valuable buoy information
  • 👍 Plenty of information
  • 👍 Great app
  • 👍 Useful and easy
  • 👍 Quick and accurate
  • 👍 Outstanding service
  • 👍 Intuitive chart-based
  • 👍 Informative

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 More data needed
  • 🐛 Incomplete and inaccurate
  • 🐛 Wave height data not working
  • 🐛 No buoy reports
  • 🐛 No wave data
  • 🐛 No data available
  • 🐛 Clunky interface

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FAQ about Wave Report

What are the best wave report apps for iPhone?
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports tops our wave report apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 31K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top wave report apps we rank are free to download, including Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports and Marine Weather Forecast Pro.
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ wave report apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.