Comparison

The Runcast vs DryCommute

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

Head to head
About

The Runcast

This app provides detailed weather forecasts specifically tailored for runners. It helps you decide the best time to run, what to wear, and whether to adjust your workout based on current and upcoming conditions. Stay prepared and make the most of your running sessions.

Highlights
  • Running weather analysis (Run Now, Later, Anyway)
  • 24-hour hourly forecast
  • Actual and 'feels like' temperature
  • Share running conditions
  • Unlimited saved locations (Pro)
  • Minute-by-minute precipitation forecast (Pro)
Features
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Runcast is an essential part of your pre-run routine. Check the Runcast before your run to decide how long to run, what to wear, and even when to wait a bit or do your workout inside. When you know the Runcast, you'll be prepared no matter what it's like outside. Nothing is going to stop you from running today, but you don't need bad weather to make your workout any harder. Is it worth getting dressed just to get drenched? Using dependable weather data, Runcast helps you decide whether to run now, run later, or just run anyway. *** Features *** • Quick running weather analysis: Run Now, Run Later, or Run Anyway • 24-hour hourly forecast • Actual and "feels like" temperature • Share the great running conditions with your team GO PRO Get even more with the Runcast Pro upgrade! • Unlimited saved locations • Additional weather data for the current conditions • Weather details for each hour and day in the forecast • Minute-by-minute precip forecast Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DryCommute

Plan your commute with real-time weather forecasts. Get instant updates for your travel times and use home screen widgets to check conditions at a glance. Never get caught in the rain again.

Highlights
  • Real-time weather updates
  • Commute planning
  • Customizable commute times
  • Instant weather forecasts
  • Home screen widgets
  • Stay dry during travel
Features
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Stay dry and plan your daily commute with ease using DryCommute! The app provides real-time weather updates for your next commute to and from work, helping you decide the best time to travel. Set your preferred commute times and get instant weather forecasts. With the Home Screen widgets, you can check the weather at a glance and adjust your plans accordingly. Never get caught in the rain again!

Screenshots

The Runcast4 screens
DryCommute4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DryCommute at 5.0 against The Runcast's 3.5. DryCommute also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Runcast sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month and DryCommute sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DryCommute holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Runcast ships an update every 2 months, DryCommute every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
The Runcast versus DryCommute: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe RuncastDryCommute
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNick FedoroffTobias Totzek

Customer experience

The Runcast

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DryCommute

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

The Runcast

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$0.891 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$19.99
3 purchases

DryCommute

One-time3
  • Cup of Coffee$1.99
  • Piece of Cake$3.49
  • Pizza$7.99

Questions

Is The Runcast free?
The Runcast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DryCommute free?
DryCommute is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Runcast or DryCommute?
DryCommute is rated higher. The Runcast averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DryCommute averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do The Runcast or DryCommute have ads?
Neither The Runcast nor DryCommute shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Runcast or DryCommute?
The Runcast ships an update every 2 months, and DryCommute every 6 weeks. Most recently, The Runcast was updated on October 10, 2026 and DryCommute on October 11, 2026.

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