Comparison

Smog Poland vs AirPulse

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Smog Poland

Monitor air quality across Poland with real-time data and automatic alerts. View air quality on a map and receive notifications to plan outdoor activities. Configure alerts for specific times to fit your daily routine.

Highlights
  • Real-time air quality monitoring
  • Automatic smog alerts
  • Interactive map of Poland
  • Customizable hourly notifications
  • Information on outdoor activity advisories
Features
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Smog Poland is a simple and intuitive app that lets you monitor air quality in your area. With modern widgets and smart notifications, you will always have up-to-date data from thousands of measuring stations across the country right at your fingertips. Take care of your health and your loved ones - find out when it is a good time for a walk and when it is better to avoid outdoor activities. Why choose Smog Poland? - Coverage Across Poland: A clear, interactive map allows you to instantly check air quality in any region of the country. - Custom Notifications: Set alerts for specific times, such as just before leaving for work or school. Never let smog catch you by surprise. - Personalization: Choose from 18 fully customizable widgets to match your home screen style. - Universal Access: The app works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. - Modern Interface: A native app regularly updated to meet the latest system standards and features. - Automation: Integration with the Shortcuts app, allowing you to create your own automations. Key Features: - Largest Database: Access measurements from thousands of stations across Poland. - Detailed Readings: Monitor pollutants (e.g., PM2.5, PM10) alongside air quality forecasts and real-time weather data. - Smart Location: A list of nearby stations ensures you always know what you are breathing in your immediate neighborhood. - Favorite Places: Track air quality in locations where your family and friends live. - City Ranking: Check which Polish cities are the cleanest today and which are struggling with the highest smog levels. - Knowledge Base: Educational content about air quality indexes and the health impact of pollution. - Apple Watch Support: Install the app on your watch, add widgets, and stay updated on the go. Important Information: Data in the app is provided by external sources. The application is for informational purposes only and is not responsible for the accuracy or availability of the source data. Terms of Use: https://smog-polska.pl/terms-of-use-en.html

About

AirPulse

Instantly understand your local air quality with a simple, color-coded display. Get clear, plain-English advice on whether it's safe to be outdoors. Check air quality for any city worldwide, with a home screen widget for quick access.

Highlights
  • Instant local air quality display
  • Color-coded AQI for at-a-glance understanding
  • Plain-English safety advice
  • Home screen widget
  • Search global cities
  • Ad-free and account-free experience
Features
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Open the app and you instantly know whether it's safe to run, take the kids to the park, or skip the beach today. No dashboards. No charts. No account. Just your local air quality, right now. The AQI for your location fills the screen — color-coded so you know at a glance. Green means go. Dark purple means stay home. Six levels, plain English — From "Air's clean, go live your best life" to "Nope. Stay inside. Seriously" Widget on your home screen — Check your air without opening the app. The widget stays current so you're never caught off guard. Search any city in the world. Great for travel, or checking in on family before they head outside. No ads. No account. No noise. Just the information you actually need. Powered by IQAir data.

Screenshots

Smog Poland4 screens
AirPulse3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AirPulse at none against Smog Poland's 4. Smog Poland's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Smog Poland sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. AirPulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smog Poland versus AirPulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmog PolandAirPulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews94.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWojciech KulikPriyanka Kodikal

Bugs and requests

Smog Poland

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not working on iOS26, always shows same measurement station
  • App shows old data from stations that haven't sent data for days
  • Widget on Apple Watch not refreshing

Requested features

2 requests
  • More widget options for Apple Watch
  • Widget for Apple Watch

AirPulse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Smog Poland

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Package$0.991 Month
  • Premium Package7 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Package (lifetime)$14.99
  • Premium$17.99
None

AirPulse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smog Poland free?
Smog Poland is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirPulse free?
AirPulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smog Poland or AirPulse have ads?
Neither Smog Poland nor AirPulse shows ads.

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