Overview
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- By:
- Dawn Patrol Surf Tracking
- Rating:
- 4.70 (4,148)
9 new ratings
- Version:
- 6.4.1 Last updated: 2026-06-05
- Version code:
- 886422786
- Creation date:
- 2017-01-03
- Compatible devices:
- Size:
- 294.56MB
- URLs:
- Website ,Privacy policy
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Apple Apps Store
- Data ingested on:
- 2026-07-20
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User Reviews
Pros
- Rich in-session stats and data (waves, speed, time on waves, distance paddled, calories) and tide information when available
- Motivates progress and tracking over time for surfers and multi-sport users
- Intuitive UI with easy logging of spots and boards
- Suitable for multiple water sports (surfing, SUP, foiling) according to user experiences
- Free version offers solid value
Cons
- Inaccurate wave counts and GPS data; frequent missed or spurious waves
- Sessions often fail to start or disappear from phone/watch; reliability issues across devices
- Significant battery drain on Apple Watch during use
- Sync/export problems, especially with Strava; data synchronization is inconsistent
- Watch/app bugs and complications failing to load or refresh
Recent reviews
I have missing sessions and even though I pay $28 yearly my “premium” status isn’t unlocked for some reason.
by Tk*****, 2026-05-26
The tides are off, it does not record all the waves, it loses reception making it difficult to turn off and water temperature is way off.
by Da*****, 2026-03-30
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