DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter) vs Anemometer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter)
Create a functional wind speed meter using your phone and a simple homemade device. Measure airflow in various settings and choose from different anemometer types. Customize units and averaging for precise readings.
- Homemade anemometer construction
- Wind speed measurement
- Airflow measurement
- Customizable units (m/s, km/h, mph, knots, Bft)
- Adjustable average values
- Magnetometer-based readings
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Using this app along with a very simple homemade device, you’ll have a working anemometer for measuring wind speed or the airflow in a ventilation system. You can choose the type of anemometer which best suits your needs. The wind speed is determined by measuring the rotation speed of the magnet in your iPhone’s magnetometer. The relationship between the rotation speed and the speed of airflow is set in each version of the anemometer and can be adjusted. You can make improvements to the suggested designs or make and calibrate your own. In order to select units of measurement (m/s, km/h, ft/s, mph, knots, Bft) or the average value ("Avg1" - most recent value, "Avg3" and "Avg7" - average value) press the seven-segment display. Don’t forget to put a protective cover on your iPhone. Specifications ("Outdoor" anemometer): • Measurement range from 0.5 m/s (1 mph) to 15 m/s (34 mph). • Accuracy 0.5 m/s (1 mph). • Update time 2-5 sec. IMPORTANT!!! Small children should not be given magnets because they may swallow them. If two (or more) magnets are swallowed, the magnets can become magnetized to each other in the intestines, squeezing the intestinal tissues between themselves. This can result in serious injury and hospitalization. Children who already think well (and do not swallow everything in a row) can be given only one magnet, and if the magnet is gone, then you definitely need to find a magnet. Telling children not to swallow magnets is probably not necessary, as this can lead to the opposite result. For more information, see the Help section in the app.
Anemometer
This app provides real-time wind speed and direction data, along with 24-hour forecasts. It offers intelligent activity modes for drone pilots, sailors, and surfers, with tailored safety indicators and multiple unit support.
- Live wind speed and direction tracking
- 24-hour hourly wind forecasts
- Activity modes for drones, sailing, and surfing
- Interactive mini-compass
- Multiple unit support (m/s, km/h, mph, knots)
- Beaufort Scale categorization
- Save and swipe between smart locations
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Anemometer: Wind Speed Tracker is the ultimate wind speed and direction tracker designed with absolute precision and premium aesthetics. Whether you are a professional drone pilot, a passionate sailor, a surfer, or just someone tracking local gusts, Anemometer: Wind Speed Tracker provides you with everything you need in a beautifully intuitive interface. Get real-time wind data, 24-hour forecasts, and intelligent activity modes that tell you exactly if the conditions are safe or ideal for your specific sport. Anemometer: Wind Speed Tracker uses accurate wind speed data to keep you informed. KEY FEATURES Live Wind Tracking - Get accurate current wind speed, gusts, and direction anywhere in the world. Activity Modes - Tailored safety indicators for Drones (Safe to Fly?), Sailing, and Surfing. Interactive Mini-Compass - Real-time device heading mapped perfectly with the wind direction. Hourly Forecasts - Scrollable 24-hour wind sparklines and predictions for any location. Multiple Units - Support for meters per second, kilometers per hour, miles per hour, and knots. Beaufort Scale - Detailed real-time wind force categorization with color-coded indicators. Smart Locations - Save multiple cities or spots and effortlessly swipe between them. Premium Native Design - Glassmorphic interface supporting both Light and Dark mode. With Anemometer: Wind Speed Tracker, you never have to guess the wind speed again. Whether checking gusts before a drone flight or monitoring conditions for a sailing trip, Anemometer: Wind Speed Tracker delivers precision data in real time. Download today and take control of your outdoor activities. Anemometer: Wind Speed Tracker is available now. Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/anemometer-wind-speed-tracker-privacy-policy/ba6637e5-b8fd-4410-9f95-ac5d16ad4e66/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Anemometer at every 5 days against DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter)'s every 8 months. DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter)'s advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Anemometer 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 — 4.5 for DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter) against 4.5 for Anemometer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.
DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter) ships an update every 8 months, Anemometer every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter) | Anemometer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (6 ratings) | 4.5 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dmitriy Kharutskiy | Tirin |
Customer experience
DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter)
Anemometer
In-app purchases
DIY Anemometer (Wind Meter)
- Full version$1.99
Anemometer
- Anemometer Pro$1.991 Month
- Anemometer Pro Lifetime$4.99
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