
The Buoy
Real-time swell updates
Free · Designed for iPad
The Buoy is the simplest way to take the pulse of the ocean. Thanks to data provided by services like the NOAA in the US, Cerema (Candhis) in France, Channel Coastal Observatory in the UK/Ireland, Portus in Spain and Hidrografico in Portugal, the buoy allows you to know in real-time the swell conditions around you: size, period, and direction. But The Buoy goes even further. We cross-reference this data with surf forecasts so you can easily plan your sessions. You can also save your favorite conditions to know exactly when a spot is working according to YOUR criteria. Our widget, very easy to use, allows you to have the conditions at your favourite buoy in real-time on your iPhone's locked screen.
• Waveback Machine
Share a photo or video with the app and automatically retrieve the closest buoy readings based on the exact date and time, from the nearest buoy or one you choose.
• Extended chart ranges
Charts can now be displayed over 6h, 12h, 24h, 48h, or 7 days.
The 7-day view combines historical data and forecast, with 3.5 days in the past and 3.5 days ahead.
• Improved reading sharing
Easily share a reading as a clean, well-designed image to send to friends or use as a photo or video overlay on social media.
The developer, Thomas Cailhol, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Location
- Usage Data
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Thomas Cailhol
- Size
- 51.8 MB
- Category
- Weather
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 16 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 16 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 16 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 16 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2024 Thomas Cailhol