Best Wave Report Apps

193+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 193+ 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.

Top Picks for Wave Report

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports#1

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports by Surfline/Wavetrak

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Editor's Choice
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.7😊(30K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#6in 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
  • πŸ“½οΈ Useful live surf cams
  • πŸ€™ Helpful for planning surf trips
  • πŸ„β€β™‚οΈ Invaluable for surfers

Room to Improve

  • πŸ€‘ Expensive premium subscription
  • 🚫 Limited access for free users
  • 🌐 Inconsistent accuracy of forecasts
Marine Weather Forecast Pro#2

Marine Weather Forecast Pro by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Strong Contender
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#76in 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

  • πŸš€ Detailed weather data from multiple sources
  • πŸ” Accurate and reliable information
  • πŸ‘ Intuitive and well-designed interface
  • πŸ’‘ Customizable spot forecasts

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional issues with data availability or app crashes
  • πŸ” Difficulty finding specific location forecasts
  • πŸ” 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.

No Nonsense Buoy Conditions
Worth Considering
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.7😊(2.4K 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

  • πŸš€ Critical infrastructure
  • πŸš€ Excellent source of sea conditions
  • πŸš€ Valuable buoy information
  • πŸ‘ Plenty of information

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› More data needed
  • πŸ› Incomplete and inaccurate
  • πŸ› Wave height data not working

More Wave Report apps to explore

4
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW is now Surfline
Free

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.

Live surf cams at 950+ breaks16-day long-range forecastsDaily surf reports from experts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Tides, waves & storm forecast
Free

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Access real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps for a global overview. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals needing precise weather data.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(6.4K)
freemium
6
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
NOAA tide table, wind & swell
Free

Get accurate tide predictions, lunar phases, and weather data with personalized alerts. Features offline access, customizable charts, and Apple Watch integration. Ideal for anyone who enjoys coastal activities.

Personalized high and low tide alertsOffline tide informationLunar phase calendar
β˜€οΈ Weather
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me
Free

Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

Worldwide tidal estimatesLunar dataWeather forecast
β˜€οΈ Weather
(107K)
free with in-app purchases
8
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
EPIC - Surf Report & Forecast
Surfing conditions at a glance
Free

Get detailed surf forecasts with tide charts, wind direction, and 7-day predictions. Visualize conditions with stunning graphics and receive alerts for your ideal surfing times. Plan your next session with ease, even offline.

At-a-glance critical surf conditionsStunning visualizations for tides, swell, windPersonalized ideal surfing condition alerts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(708)
freemium
9
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Accurate Marine Weather
Free

Get detailed marine weather forecasts for offshore fishing and boating. Plan your trips with wind, wave, and tide predictions up to 16 days out. Visualize ocean conditions with high-resolution charts and a proprietary wave forecast model for enhanced accuracy.

16-day weather, wind, wave, and tide forecastsSave unlimited favorite forecast pointsHigh-res wind, swell, and sea surface temperature charts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(744)
free with in-app purchases
10
Wave Day: Surf Reports
Wave Day: Surf Reports
Wave Day: Surf Reports
Forecast, Tides & AI Alerts
Free

This app uses AI to predict the best surf conditions based on your past sessions and real-time forecasts. It offers detailed weather, tide, and wave data, with personalized alerts to help you catch the best waves.

AI-powered surf alertsPersonalized session forecastsThree-day hourly forecast
β˜€οΈ Weather
(4)
free with in-app purchases
11
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
Free

Access real-time marine weather observations from NOAA buoys and NOAA marine forecasts. Get tide predictions, hourly forecasts, and stay updated on watches and advisories. Pro features include interactive weather maps and custom notifications.

Real-time buoy observationsNOAA marine forecastsTide predictions
β˜€οΈ Weather
(13K)
freemium
12
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
13
Lazy Surfer
Lazy Surfer
Lazy Surfer
Personalized Surf Report
Free

Get personalized surf reports and forecasts with custom alerts for your favorite wave conditions. Log your sessions to receive notifications when ideal conditions return to your preferred spots. Plan your surf trips with a 16-day outlook based on real buoy data.

Personalized surf condition alerts16-day personalized forecastLog surf sessions
⚽ Sports
(492)
free with in-app purchases
14
Surf Report
Surf Report
Surf Report
add surf filter to forecast
Free

Access detailed surf forecasts for over 6,000 global surf spots. Filter conditions like swell height, direction, and wind speed to find the optimal time for your next session. Offers a 7-day forecast and wave map for pro users.

Global surf spot forecastsAdvanced filtering options7-day surf forecast
β˜€οΈ Weather
(2)
freemium
15
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Wave Weather & Surfing NOAA
Free

Get real-time marine weather buoy data for surfing. Avoid inaccurate forecasts by checking actual wave conditions, swell size, direction, and wind. Receive notifications for optimal surf and access historical charts.

Real-time buoy readingsWave size, swell direction, and periodWind speed and direction
β˜€οΈ Weather
(30)
free with in-app purchases
16
Windfinder Pro: Wind & Weather
Windfinder Pro: Wind & Weather
Windfinder Pro: Wind & Weather
Tides, waves & storm forecast
$12.99

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps help you plan your outdoor activities.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(2.2K)
freemium
17
Surf Watch
Surf Watch
Surf Watch
Surf Forecast & Wave Tracking
Free

Get immediate and accurate surf forecast data on your iPhone and Apple Watch. Track your surf sessions with detailed analysis, replay, and sharing capabilities. Enjoy beautiful complications for at-a-glance condition awareness.

Real-time surf forecast dataApple Watch complicationsSurf session tracking
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
(414)
free with in-app purchases
18
Dawn Patrol
Dawn Patrol
Dawn Patrol
Surfing, Swell & Forecast App
Free

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.

Track and analyze surf sessionsRecord surf workoutsCount waves and measure distance
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
(4.1K)
freemium
19
Tides Near Me
Tides Near Me
Tides Near Me
Find Nearby Tides and Currents
Free

Get tide charts and current predictions worldwide. See water levels, high/low tide times, and sun/moon data at a glance. Plan your outdoor activities with ease.

Nearby tide and current stationsGraphical tide chartsReadable tide tables
β˜€οΈ Weather
(159K)
free with in-app purchases
20
iKitesurf: Weather & Waves
iKitesurf: Weather & Waves
iKitesurf: Weather & Waves
Windy Conditions & Forecasts
Free

Get hyper-local wind and weather forecasts for kitesurfing, kiteboarding, and kite foiling. Access real-time data from proprietary weather stations and government sources, with customizable alerts and detailed forecast maps.

Proprietary Tempest Weather SystemsReal-time local weather dataAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting
β˜€οΈ Weather
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases