# Windy.com vs Zoom Earth

The clearest difference is ads: Windy.com at none against Zoom Earth's shown. Windy.com also leads on chart position (#5 vs #28). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Windy.com sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Zoom Earth sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. 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 4.8 for Zoom Earth. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 80K and 40K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Windy.com's written reviews are positive against 87% of Zoom Earth's.

Windy.com ships an update every 3 weeks, Zoom Earth every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windy.com | Zoom Earth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (80K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262/reviews) | **[4.8 (40K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoom-earth-weather-forecast/id1531561063/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **80K** | 40K |
| Positive reviews | **89.0% of reviews** | 87.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#5** | #28 |
| Size | 173 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Windyty, SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161387261) | [Neave Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/383453946) |

## What reviewers say

### Windy.com

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

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Free · Weather, #17 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, iPhone Duo 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


### Zoom Earth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoom-earth-weather-forecast/id1531561063)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Free · Weather, #67 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Access an interactive global weather map with real-time satellite imagery and detailed forecasts for rain, wind, and temperature. Track hurricanes, storms, and wildfires with advanced visualization tools. Stay informed with near real-time updates.

**Highlights:** Interactive global weather map, Near real-time satellite imagery, Hurricane and storm tracking, Wildfire and smoke monitoring, Rain and snow radar, Detailed weather forecast maps, Customizable units and settings

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zoom Earth Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Zoom Earth Pro | $11.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Detailed weather information
- 🚀 Accurate real-time data
- 🌎 Comprehensive global coverage
- 💡 Useful features like future forecasts and storm tracking
- 🔍 Excellent visualization and mapping tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in weather predictions
- 🔍 Limited forecast horizon
- 💰 Desire for ad-free or paid version to remove ads

**Reported bugs**

- Radar and precipitation data not always matching reality
- Occasional app crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Add weather alerts and warnings
- Extend forecast period beyond a few days
- Introduce widgets for quick access
- Improve radar and precipitation data accuracy


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windy.com free?

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

### Is Zoom Earth free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Windy.com or Zoom Earth?

Zoom Earth is rated higher. Windy.com averages 4.8 out of 5 from 80K ratings, while Zoom Earth averages 4.8 from 40K ratings.

### Do Windy.com or Zoom Earth have ads?

Zoom Earth shows ads; Windy.com does not.

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

Windy.com ships an update every 3 weeks, and Zoom Earth every 4 weeks. Most recently, Windy.com was updated on November 5, 2026 and Zoom Earth on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Windy.com or Zoom Earth?

Windy.com currently peaks at #5 in the App Store charts, and Zoom Earth at #28. 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.*