# WeatherLink vs Kestrel LiNK

The clearest difference is ads: Kestrel LiNK at none against WeatherLink's shown. Kestrel LiNK also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). WeatherLink's advantage is ratings volume (221 vs 31). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

Kestrel LiNK holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherLink has 221 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of WeatherLink's written reviews are positive against 27% of Kestrel LiNK's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherLink | Kestrel LiNK |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (221 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherlink/id1304504954/reviews) | **[2.9 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kestrel-link/id1489485544/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **221** | 31 |
| Positive reviews | 22.2% of reviews | **27.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#120** | #188 |
| Size | 98 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Davis Instruments Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/329074190) | [Nielsen-Kellerman Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/698732840) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherlink/id1304504954)

**Currently charting:** #120 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Access real-time weather data from personal weather stations and explore a global network of shared weather information. View local forecasts, interactive charts, and historical data from businesses, schools, and hobbyists worldwide.

**Highlights:** Access Davis Instruments weather station data, Explore global weather stations, View local forecasts, Real-time data, Interactive charts, Weather data sharing network

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 💡 Useful for monitoring local weather stations
- 👍 Provides detailed weather data
- 🚀 Works seamlessly with weather stations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Inaccurate weather forecasts
- 🔍 Unreliable data updates
- 👎 Lacking key features like landscape mode on iPad
- 💸 Subscription model not worth the value

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and lost station data
- Incorrect temperature and rainfall data
- Frequent crashes and app not loading
- Live data not updating properly

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode support for iPad
- Improve weather forecast accuracy
- Provide more customization options
- Implement weather alerts and notifications
- Add support for Apple Watch


### Kestrel LiNK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kestrel-link/id1489485544)

**Currently charting:** #188 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

This application allows users to monitor, download, and share environmental data collected by Kestrel Instruments meters and data loggers. It provides a seamless way to send your weather information to the cloud for further analysis and accessibility.

**Highlights:** Monitor environmental data, Download data, Share data, Send data to the cloud, Connect with Kestrel Instruments devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherLink free?

WeatherLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Kestrel LiNK free?

Kestrel LiNK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WeatherLink or Kestrel LiNK?

Kestrel LiNK is rated higher. WeatherLink averages 2.7 out of 5 from 221 ratings, while Kestrel LiNK averages 2.9 from 31 ratings.

### Do WeatherLink or Kestrel LiNK have ads?

WeatherLink shows ads; Kestrel LiNK does not.

### Which is updated more often, WeatherLink or Kestrel LiNK?

WeatherLink ships an update every 2 months, and Kestrel LiNK every 2 months. Most recently, WeatherLink was updated on October 29, 2026 and Kestrel LiNK on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WeatherLink or Kestrel LiNK?

WeatherLink currently peaks at #120 in the App Store charts, and Kestrel LiNK at #188. 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.*