UAV Forecast vs Drone Spot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UAV Forecast
This app provides a comprehensive weather forecast and flight condition analysis for drone pilots. It includes hyperlocal wind data, GPS satellite information, solar activity, and no-fly zones. Get color-coded "Good To Fly" or "Not Good To Fly" assessments with customizable thresholds.
- Hyperlocal wind and gust speeds
- GPS satellite data (Galileo, GLONASS)
- Solar weather (Kp) index
- No-Fly Zone and flight restrictions
- Hourly forecasts up to 15 days
- Color-coded flight condition analysis
- Configurable thresholds
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When will it be good to fly your quadcopter? See the weather forecast, GPS satellites, solar activity (Kp), No-Fly Zones and flight restrictions, all in one convenient tool. Perfect for DJI Neo, Mini, Mavic, Air, Inspire, FPV, and Hover, Autel and Skydio drones, and many other Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Systems. UAV Forecast is the original, best, and classic tool for drone pilots. Suitable for both beginners and advanced pilots, recreational and commercial, features include: • Hyperlocal weather data, including detailed wind and gust speeds at ground level and at any altitude. • GPS satellite data including Galileo and GLONASS, solar weather (Kp) index, and more. • Hourly forecasts up to 15 days. • Automatic color-coded analysis of the conditions: green for Good To Fly, red for Not Good To Fly. • Fully configurable thresholds. • Light and Dark themes, with automatic switching at sunrise and sunset. • Location search and Favorite Locations. • Full tablet support. Our users include paraglider and paramotor pilots too. Become a subscriber for 24-hour, 7-day, or 15-day hourly forecast and many other features. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the same price you originally paid. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms: https://www.uavforecast.com/terms
Drone Spot
Discover new drone flying locations, view no-fly zones on interactive maps, and get real-time weather forecasts. Connect with a community of pilots to share spots and experiences, all within a user-friendly interface.
- Discover drone flying locations
- Interactive no-fly zone maps
- Real-time weather forecasts
- Community spot sharing
- Cross-platform accessibility
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Welcome to DroneSpot, the must-have app for every drone pilot, whether you're a professional or a hobbyist. Our app, available on iOS and the web, offers an unmatched experience in exploring the world of drones. Discover New Horizons: Explore Drone Spots: Uncover new flying locations curated and shared by a community of drone enthusiasts. Interactive Maps & No-Fly Zones: Stay informed with interactive maps displaying no-fly zones, ensuring your flights are safe and regulation-compliant. Weather Forecasts: Plan your flights better with real-time weather updates and advanced forecasts available Connect & Share: Community Engagement: Join a growing community of drone pilots. Share your favorite spots, post images, and engage with comments. Experience Sharing: Learn from the experiences of others and contribute your insights to foster a supportive drone community. Seamless User Experience: Easy Navigation: Enjoy a user-friendly interface designed for effortless navigation across devices. Cross-Platform Accessibility: Access DroneSpot on your preferred device, with seamless integration across iOS and web platforms. Premium Features: Unlock advanced weather forecasts and additional features with our in-app purchases, enhancing your drone flying experience. Join DroneSpot Today: Embark on a journey with DroneSpot and elevate your drone flying experience. Download now and become a part of a community that's as passionate about drone flying as you are! Terms of use : https://dronespot.fr/cgu.php
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: UAV Forecast at 4.6 against Drone Spot's 4.0. UAV Forecast also leads on ratings volume (3.5K vs 7) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). Drone Spot's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 33%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. UAV Forecast sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Drone Spot sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
UAV Forecast holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UAV Forecast has 3.5K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of UAV Forecast's written reviews are positive against 68% of Drone Spot's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
UAV Forecast ships an update every 5 days, Drone Spot every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.
| Parameter | UAV Forecast | Drone Spot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (3.5K ratings) — better | 4.0 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.2% of reviews | 68.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3.5K — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #28 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 91 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matthew LLOYD | Erwann Bestard |
Customer experience
UAV Forecast
Drone Spot
Bugs and requests
UAV Forecast
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes on iPad Pro
- Location not detected
- Freezes when entering location
Requested features
5 requests- Metric option for altitude
- More than 5 favorite locations
- Ability to store drone profiles
- Alerts for weather changes
- Map with wind direction overlay
Drone Spot
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
UAV Forecast
- Plus Subscription - Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Hobbyist Subscription - Weekly7 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Professional - Weekly7 Days trial$4.697 Days
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- Value Subscription - Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Hobbyist - Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Elite Subscription - Weekly7 Days trial$8.697 Days
- Professional - Monthly7 Days trial$9.491 Month
- Plus Subscription - Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Elite Subscription - Monthly7 Days trial$17.491 Month
- Value Subscription - Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Hobbyist Subscription - Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Professional - Annual7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Elite Subscription - Annual7 Days trial$99.991 Year
- Hobby Subscription - One Year$23.99
Drone Spot
- Premium monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Premium 1 an avec essai3 Months trial$14.991 Year
- Premium yearly7 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Cookie$0.99
- Coffee$2.99
- Burger tip$6.99
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- Pizza tip$17.99
- Premium à vie$35.00
- Premium Lifetime$89.99
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