# Windy.com vs National Weather Forecast Data

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Windy.com at 89% against National Weather Forecast Data's 72%. Windy.com also leads on chart position (#3 vs #153) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Windy.com sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and National Weather Forecast Data sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Windy.com holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windy.com has 80K ratings behind it against 12K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Windy.com's written reviews are positive against 72% of National Weather Forecast Data's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windy.com | National Weather Forecast Data |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (80K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262/reviews)** | [4.6 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/national-weather-forecast-data/id1249694161/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **80K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | **89.0% of reviews** | 71.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#3** | #153 |
| Size | 173 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Windyty, SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161387261) | [LW Brands, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/963599018) |

## What reviewers say

### Windy.com

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Free · Weather, #13 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

**Highlights:** Live weather radar & satellite, Over 50 weather maps, 15+ weather models, Hurricane tracker, Customizable weather alerts, Aviation-specific forecasts, Air quality index

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate 3 EUR/USD a month | $2.99 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Donate 6 EUR/USD a month | $5.49 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Donate approx 5 EUR/USD | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 10 EUR/USD | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 20 EUR/USD | $19.99 | one-time |
| Windy Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 50  EUR/USD | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌊 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌍 Comprehensive global coverage
- 🔍 Detailed weather data and models
- 🛥️ Useful for marine/sailing activities
- 🛫 Valuable for aviation planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Overwhelming number of features and options
- 🔍 Small text and cluttered interface on mobile
- 🤖 Occasional app crashes or stability issues
- 💰 Paywall for some advanced features
- 🌐 Lack of offline functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Map dragging issues on newer iPhone models
- Inconsistent temperature display units
- Premium features not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add weather front data on isobar charts
- Improve font size and layout for better readability
- Provide option to hide webcams or certain layers
- Implement weather warning notifications
- Add support for Apple Watch and other wearables


### National Weather Forecast Data

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/national-weather-forecast-data/id1249694161)

**Currently charting:** #153 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Access detailed weather forecasts from NOAA by tapping on a map. View 7-day forecasts, including summaries, wind, snow, and severe weather. Explore national weather service discussions and data from over 40,000 stations.

**Highlights:** Interactive map for weather forecasts, 7-day NWS/NOAA spot forecasts, National Weather Service discussions, Access 40,000+ weather stations, NOAA weather radar overlays, Hourly, 16-day, and simulation model forecasts (Pro)

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Subscription (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Subscription (Yearly) | $11.99 | per year |
| Gift the Developer Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gift the Developer Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent weather app
- 🌟 Accurate forecasts and data
- 📊 Detailed weather information
- 🔍 Comprehensive NOAA data
- 🌐 Covers wide geographic areas

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid features required for full functionality
- 🗺️ Slow map/radar loading
- 🧭 Incorrect location data for some users
- 🔍 Navigation/UI could be more user-friendly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when accessing certain features
- Hourly forecast data not displaying properly

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode for tablets
- Local temperature/conditions based on device location
- More visual/graphical weather summaries


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windy.com free?

Windy.com is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is National Weather Forecast Data free?

National Weather Forecast Data is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Windy.com or National Weather Forecast Data?

Windy.com is rated higher. Windy.com averages 4.8 out of 5 from 80K ratings, while National Weather Forecast Data averages 4.6 from 12K ratings.

### Do Windy.com or National Weather Forecast Data have ads?

Neither Windy.com nor National Weather Forecast Data shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Windy.com or National Weather Forecast Data?

Windy.com ships an update every 3 weeks, and National Weather Forecast Data every 3 weeks. Most recently, Windy.com was updated on October 19, 2026 and National Weather Forecast Data on October 19, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Windy.com or National Weather Forecast Data?

Windy.com currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and National Weather Forecast Data at #153. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*