WindTrainer vs Wind Compass
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WindTrainer
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WindTrainer connects with OpenWind via Bluetooth and display Magnetic Wind Direction and Apparent Wind Speed. The calibration of Wind direction and the 9 axis sensor can also be done in the app. The plotted data can be exported as ".csv".
Wind Compass
Track live wind conditions and forecasts with a clear compass interface. Get detailed 24-hour and 6-day outlooks, global location data, and customizable units. Receive real-time wind alerts for specific conditions.
- Live wind speed and direction
- Detailed 24-hour and 6-day forecasts
- Global location search
- Customizable wind alerts (Premium)
- Multiple unit options (m/s, km/h, mph, knots)
- Dark Mode support
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Wind Compass gives you live wind speed, direction and wind chill on one clean compass, plus the forecast you need to plan your next session. Built for sailing, surfing, kitesurfing, flying and everyday weather checks. KEY FEATURES - Live wind compass: current speed, direction, gusts and wind chill at a glance. - Kite Weather: a 0-100 conditions score and a clear chart showing the best window to get out. - On-device AI summary: today's wind in one plain-language sentence, generated privately on your phone. - Interactive forecast: drag across the chart to inspect conditions, and switch between 24 hour, 3 day and 7 day views to plan as far ahead as you need. - Wind alerts (Premium): pick a speed threshold and compass direction, and we check live conditions hourly so you get alerted the moment the wind lines up. - Global coverage: search and save locations worldwide. - Your units, your style: m/s, km/h, mph or knots, with wind particle effects and Dark Mode support. Whether you are rigging a sail, checking the surf, planning a flight or just deciding what to wear, Wind Compass keeps you ahead of the wind. Terms: https://nohrgroup.com/app-terms.htm Privacy: https://nohrgroup.com/app-privacy.htm
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WindTrainer at none against Wind Compass's 2. WindTrainer also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and ads 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. Wind Compass sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. WindTrainer asks for nothing beyond the download.
WindTrainer ships an update every 3 weeks, Wind Compass every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WindTrainer | Wind Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Liesenberg | Daniel Nohr |
In-app purchases
WindTrainer
No in-app purchases
Wind Compass
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Annual Plan$19.991 Year
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