Comparison

SiteWarn vs Sol

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SiteWarn

Receive site-specific weather information, forecasts, and storm warnings 24/7. Get proactive alerts from meteorologists and view detailed radar maps for informed decision-making during adverse weather.

Highlights
  • Site-specific weather information
  • 24/7 storm warnings
  • Proactive meteorologist alerts
  • Customized geographic coverage
  • Moving asset tracking
  • High-resolution radar maps
Features
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SiteWarn by WeatherGuidance delivers fully customized, site-specific weather information, forecasts and storm warnings directly into the hands of decision makers 24/7/365. Every second counts in severe and other adverse weather situations, and SiteWarn's proprietary technology allows designated users to make informed decisions during those critical moments. SiteWarn alerts, advisories and warnings are created and issued by WeatherGuidance’s own meteorologists, who monitor your locations and other assets 24/7/365 and notify you when they will be impacted by severe or other adverse weather conditions. SiteWarn provides customized weather coverage for: -Single or multiple fixed locations, such as buildings, campuses, site locations, etc. -Pre-defined geographic areas, such as a general service area or other boundary -Segments, such as highways, power lines, pipelines and air routes -Moving assets, where the warning follows the phone or other mobile device wherever it is carried by designated users in the field (requires a GPS enabled device with permissions) With SiteWarn you can: -Receive alert notifications proactively sent to you by WeatherGuidance meteorologists -View public warnings issued by the government for larger, non-specific geographic areas -Have quick access to your organization’s standard operating procedures matching the warnings that are issued (optional) -Pan, zoom and animate the highest resolution, most up-to-date radar as well as view active advisories, warnings and customized site location markers on the same interactive map -View current conditions and the latest WeatherGuidance SiteWarn Forecast for your location(s) A cellular or WiFi data connection as well as SiteWarn service from WeatherGuidance are required in order to activate and use this application.

About

Sol

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Plan Your Day with Confidence using Sol: Weather app! Understanding the weather shouldn't be complicated. Sol: Weather app provides clear, accurate, and timely weather forecasts to help you prepare for whatever the day may bring. Whether you're coordinating outdoor activities, commuting, or just curious about the conditions, find the information you need quickly and easily. Sol: Weather app offers: • Localized weather forecasts: Get up-to-date weather information for your location, or search for any other area of interest. • Detailed hourly updates: See how the weather is expected to change hour-by-hour. Includes temperature, wind details and precipitation. • Extended daily outlook: Prepare for the week ahead with our 10 day forecasts. Track temperature trends and general weather conditions to help with longer-term planning. • Automatic location detection (optional). • Clean & clear interface: We focused on a straightforward design that presents weather data in an easy-to-read format, without unnecessary clutter. • Save favorite locations: Keep track of the weather for multiple places important to you. • Your preferred units: Easily switch between Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), and customize units for wind speed and other measurements to match what you're used to. Why consider Sol: Weather app? Our goal is to provide a reliable and user-friendly weather experience: • Focused on clarity: We aim to deliver the weather data you need in a way that's simple to understand. • Built for you: With a clean design and customizable units, we hope it fits seamlessly into your daily routine. • Continuously improving: We're committed to enhancing Sol: Weather app and appreciate user feedback to help us grow. Download Sol: Weather app to get straightforward weather forecasts that help you navigate your day. We value your input! Feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions through the app or by leaving a review.

Screenshots

SiteWarn4 screens
Sol4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Sol at 13.0 against SiteWarn's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SiteWarn ships an update every 6 weeks, Sol every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SiteWarn versus Sol: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSiteWarnSol
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB25 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperRob WhiteTommy Økland

In-app purchases

None

SiteWarn

No in-app purchases

None

Sol

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SiteWarn free?
SiteWarn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sol free?
Sol is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SiteWarn or Sol have ads?
Neither SiteWarn nor Sol shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SiteWarn or Sol?
SiteWarn ships an update every 6 weeks, and Sol every 2 months. Most recently, SiteWarn was updated on October 24, 2026 and Sol on October 19, 2026.

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