# Windy.com vs LuckGrib

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Windy.com at 79K against LuckGrib's 338. Windy.com also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and chart position (#4 vs #167). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Windy.com sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and LuckGrib sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Windy.com against 4.9 for LuckGrib. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windy.com has 79K ratings behind it against 338, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Windy.com's written reviews are positive against 93% of LuckGrib's.

Windy.com ships an update every 3 weeks, LuckGrib every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windy.com | LuckGrib |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262/reviews) | **[4.9 (338 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luckgrib/id1318450117/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **79K** | 338 |
| Positive reviews | 89.0% of reviews | **92.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#4** | #167 |
| Size | 172 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Windyty, SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161387261) | [Craig McPheeters](https://appshunter.io/developer/590365129) |

## What reviewers say

### Windy.com

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

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Free · Weather, #11 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


### LuckGrib

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luckgrib/id1318450117)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides advanced weather data visualization, downloading, and routing for sailors and weather enthusiasts. It offers access to a wide range of global and high-resolution weather and ocean models, with features for optimizing routes and analyzing complex weather parameters. Remote access via satellite is also supported.

**Highlights:** GRIB file reader, viewer, and downloader, Advanced weather routing and route analysis, Satellite data access, High-resolution global and regional weather models, Ocean current models, Detailed weather parameter analysis

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 14-day Trial | Free | one-time |
| 14 day trial of Offshore Data | Free | one-time |
| 14 day Weather Routing trial | Free | one-time |
| LuckGrib weather data access | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Offshore Data access | $59.99 | one-time |
| Weather Routing access | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent weather forecasting and routing
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 💡 Wide range of weather models and data sources
- 🚢 Tailored for sailors and offshore navigation
- 💰 One-time purchase, no subscription fees

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with GRIB file downloads
- ⚠️ Steep learning curve for some features
- 🔍 Lack of support for some boat types (e.g., catamarans)

**Reported bugs**

- Reported issues with 'no wind data for start time'
- Occasional app crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Integration with boat instruments and data logging
- More advanced routing options and customization
- Improved support for regional weather models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windy.com free?

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

### Is LuckGrib free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Windy.com or LuckGrib?

LuckGrib is rated higher. Windy.com averages 4.8 out of 5 from 79K ratings, while LuckGrib averages 4.9 from 338 ratings.

### Do Windy.com or LuckGrib have ads?

Neither Windy.com nor LuckGrib shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Windy.com or LuckGrib?

Windy.com ships an update every 3 weeks, and LuckGrib every 2 months. Most recently, Windy.com was updated on September 25, 2026 and LuckGrib on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Windy.com or LuckGrib?

Windy.com currently peaks at #4 in the App Store charts, and LuckGrib at #167. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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