If you’ve used surf apps like Surfline, Magicseaweed, or Windy, you’re already familiar with how most of them work: they show you swell, wind, tide, and general conditions for your favorite spots. And while that’s helpful, there’s a big limitation — these apps don’t know you.
That’s where SwellFam stands out. It’s the only surf app that doesn’t just display conditions — it learns from your sessions, builds a profile of what you like, and helps you predict when your next great session will be.
Most Surf Apps: One Forecast for All
The big surf apps use global models and webcam data to provide relatively accurate forecasts. They’re fantastic tools for getting a general idea of what’s happening at the beach.
But there’s a catch: the forecasts are one-size-fits-all.
A session rated 5 stars by the app might be too big for a beginner. A smaller day rated 2 stars could actually be perfect for longboarders or those who prefer mellow waves. These apps don’t account for your skill level, board choice, preferences, or past experiences. You get a forecast — and that’s it.
SwellFam: Surf Forecasts That Learn From You
SwellFam takes a different approach. Instead of assuming what makes a “good” session, it learns what conditions you enjoy based on the sessions you log.
After each surf, you quickly log:
- The location
- Session quality (emoji-based: 🔥 or 😢)
- Wave height, wind, tide, and crowd level
- Notes about your experience
From there, SwellFam starts to identify patterns. For example:
- Maybe you always rate sessions as 🔥 when the swell is around 1.2m from the southwest with offshore winds.
- Or maybe your favorite sessions happen at a rising tide with minimal crowding.
Once SwellFam learns this, it doesn’t just show the raw forecast — it highlights upcoming sessions that match your favorite conditions.
Why Personalization Matters
Surfing is incredibly personal. Your perfect session might be someone else’s worst — and vice versa. With SwellFam, you stop chasing what the models say is "good" and start chasing what’s good for you.
Other apps help you track the ocean. SwellFam helps you track your experience with the ocean.
This personalized surf intelligence helps you:
- Score more sessions that match your preferences
- Spend less time second-guessing forecasts
- Make better use of limited surf windows (especially if you're busy)
Built for Regular Surfers, Not Just Pros
SwellFam is lightweight, mobile-first, and built for surfers who want to improve over time — not just check a cam and go. Whether you surf once a week or every day, SwellFam helps you get smarter with every paddle out.
So, how does SwellFam compare to other surf apps?
- Other apps show you what the ocean is doing.
- SwellFam shows you when it’s worth it — for you.
Ready to surf smarter? Join the SwellFam and start building your surf profile today 🌊