# Comparecast: Weather Models — Don't trust just one forecast

> Compare multiple weather forecast models for detailed, trustworthy predictions. (iPhone/iPad app by William Kirkpatrick.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comparecast-weather-models/id6771171777 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [William Kirkpatrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/1608944971)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comparecast-weather-models/id6771171777/reviews.md

## What is Comparecast?

Most weather apps show you one number. Weather Source shows you what every major forecast model actually says, so you know when they agree, when they disagree, and which one to trust for your location.

WHY MORE THAN ONE MODEL?
Every forecast you've ever seen came from a numerical weather model. Each model is a supercomputer running its own simulation of the atmosphere, with slightly different starting data and slightly different math. GFS (USA), ECMWF (Europe), ICON (Germany), and the rest can disagree by 5° or more for the same hour at the same place. Apps that use a single source hide that uncertainty. Weather Source surfaces it.

WHAT'S INSIDE
• Seven independent forecast models from the world's top weather centers, side by side
• A consensus card that shows, at a glance, how tightly the models agree on today's high
• Interactive Compare chart that lets you drag across any future hour or day to see what every enabled model predicts for temperature, precipitation, or wind
• Hourly chart you can drag horizontally to read the exact value at any future hour
• Forecasts for the next 10 days with highs, lows, conditions, and rain probability
• Live weather station map where you can tap any METAR station for the latest observation, with wind direction shown in compass points
• Day and night backdrop that flips automatically at sunrise and sunset
• Pull down anywhere to refresh

MAKE IT YOURS
• Choose your default forecast model per location
• Toggle which models appear in Compare
• Use your own units for temperature (Celsius or Fahrenheit), wind (km/h, mph, knots, or m/s), and precipitation (millimeters or inches)
• Save as many locations as you want, and search any city on Earth

LIVE DATA, NO ACCOUNTS
Weather Source needs no account and never asks you to sign up. There are no ads, no tracking, and no analytics. Forecasts come from Open‑Meteo's free weather API. Live station observations come straight from NOAA's Aviation Weather Center. Your location data never leaves your device.

WHO IT'S FOR
Pilots reading aviation winds. Sailors plotting a passage. Hikers checking mountain forecasts. Photographers chasing golden hour. Growers timing irrigation. Storm chasers comparing models. Commuters who just want to know if it'll rain. Anyone tired of weather apps that pretend the forecast is a single confident number when it isn't.

DATA SOURCES
• Open‑Meteo (open-meteo.com) provides the forecasts from multiple weather models, plus city search
• NOAA Aviation Weather Center (aviationweather.gov) provides METAR observations from thousands of stations worldwide

Weather Source is for people who care which model their forecast came from.

## Key features

- Seven independent forecast models side-by-side
- Consensus card for model agreement
- Interactive Compare chart
- Hourly forecast details
- 10-day forecasts with conditions
- Live weather station map
- Customizable units and locations

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comparecast-weather-models/id6771171777/reviews.md

### 5/5 — great app!

*2026-08-07*

hi human here lol, yes this app works exactly as advertised no ads or pay walls just the weather from multiple weather models under one great looking gui  thank you to the devs if they are reading this. it's refreshing to see some good in the world

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2026-06-30*

Just want to see a widget (preferably of the compare models view) and it would be perfect in my books :)

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for your response and ideas. I will implement that feature and will have an update for it within the week!

### 5/5 — Multiple weather models!

*2026-05-21*

Love that you can see, compare and select different individual weather forecast models!

## Frequently asked questions about Comparecast

### Does Weather Source have ads?

No, Weather Source is completely ad-free. The app prioritizes user experience by not including any advertisements.

### What is the price of Weather Source?

Weather Source is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using the app.

### How often is Weather Source updated?

Weather Source was last updated on June 1, 2026. The developer, William Kirkpatrick, typically releases updates to improve functionality and data accuracy.

### What devices support Weather Source?

Weather Source is supported on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to provide a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### What is the age rating for Weather Source?

Weather Source has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages and contains no mature content.

### Can I customize units in Weather Source?

Yes, Weather Source allows extensive customization. You can set your preferred units for temperature (Celsius or Fahrenheit), wind speed (km/h, mph, knots, or m/s), and precipitation (millimeters or inches).

### Does Weather Source require an account?

No, Weather Source does not require an account or sign-up. It provides live data and forecasts without any user registration, ensuring privacy.

### Where does Weather Source get its data?

Weather Source utilizes forecasts from Open-Meteo's free weather API and live station observations from NOAA's Aviation Weather Center. This ensures access to multiple reliable data sources.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2026-08-10

- New widget associated with current location

### 1.4 — 2026-07-19

- Improved Widget to see compare

### 1.3 — 2026-07-08

- Bug Fixes
- Widget Feature
- Compare which forecast is most accurate in your area

### 1.2 — 2026-06-01

- Less Lag
- Rearrange cities and remove them when needed

### 1.1 — 2026-05-23

- Bug Fixes
- See Hourly View for each day in the 10 day forecast

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All apps by William Kirkpatrick: https://appshunter.io/developer/1608944971

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-16.*
