SurfCAST by otto

Name: SurfCAST by otto
Rating: 1.4 (99 reviews)
Author: Otto Connect, Inc.

By: Otto Connect, Inc.

Travel

Features & Capabilities

SurfCAST by otto makes paid beach parking quick and secure. Choose a parking zone, enter your duration, and pay from your phone, with automatic reminders as your time nears.

The app supports up to two vehicles per account, stores payment details securely, lets you pay violations quickly, and keeps you informed with real-time notifications and community info—so you can focus on your day at the beach.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Payments Privacy & Security Navigation & Mapping

By:

Otto Connect, Inc.

Rating:

1.40

(99)

Version:

6.13.3 Last updated: 2026-04-08

Version code:

884284820

Creation date:

2021-02-19

Compatible devices:

Size:

31.15MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-07

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 237,876 ▲ 1,030

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Developed by:

Otto Connect, Inc.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/surfcast-by-otto/id1552487334

User Reviews

Most reviews criticize SurfCAST by Otto for login failures, unreliable payments, and enforcement-related charges. Recurring problems include failed account creation, payment failures leading to tickets, app crashes/freezes, and poor notifications about fines. Users also cite a confusing UX and concerns about ticketing practices. A few mention minor positives like data memory and occasional speed upgrades, but these are rare compared to the dominant negatives.

Pros

Cons

Widespread login/registration failures and account setup problems (unable to create an account, broken sign-in flows, forgot password issues).
Unreliable payment flow: app often won’t let users pay, freezes during checkout, or processes incorrectly leading to tickets.
App stability issues: frequent crashes, freezes, or the app closing unexpectedly.
Billing and ticketing problems: paid attempts not honored, duplicate charges, or citations issued despite payment, with poor or missing notifications.
Poor user experience and design: non-intuitive navigation, forced account creation, and dated UI; plus concerns about predatory ticketing or scams.

Recent reviews

The app wont let me create an account, let alone get a weekly pass. when i click forgot password and it send me the code theres no spot to type in code.

by da*****, 2026-04-20

Very inconvenient app

by md*****, 2026-04-03

Honest. Parked there for less than an hour, got a ticket. Actually what the heck does this do except deter people from coming to the beach. You and other companies that do this are the reason why beaches and fun places are no longer fun. Terrible thing you’ve done by being here. Please take down your signs and let the parking be free again. I beg you.