# Windometer vs WindWise

The clearest difference is rating: WindWise at 5.0 against Windometer's 4.4. WindWise also leads on monetization model (free vs paid). Windometer's advantage is ratings volume (249 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

WindWise holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windometer has 249 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windometer | WindWise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (249 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windometer-wind-speed-tracker/id1608854716/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windwise/id6740798026/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **249** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 80.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 31 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ryan Ramchandar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067740364) | [久元 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/474536152) |

## What reviewers say

### Windometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windometer-wind-speed-tracker/id1608854716)

This app provides real-time wind direction and speed data, along with hourly and daily forecasts. It features a wind compass and allows users to search for wind information in any city worldwide. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals who need accurate wind data.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind compass, Average and gust speeds, Hourly and daily forecasts, Search global locations, Save favorite locations

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick reference
- 👍 Accurate wind data
- 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
- 👍 Useful for various activities
- 👍 Helpful for planning outdoor activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compass not working after update
- 🐛 Inaccurate wind data
- 🐛 Doesn't update location automatically
- 🐛 Crashes or stops working

**Reported bugs**

- Compass not working
- Inaccurate wind data
- Crashes or stops working

**Requested features**

- Add wind history and trends
- Implement widget support
- Allow setting remote locations
- Improve accuracy of wind data


### WindWise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windwise/id6740798026)

This application visualizes real-time wind speed and direction with a unique home screen widget. It offers detailed 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts for any location, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those curious about weather patterns.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind visualization widget, 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts, Global location support, Multiple location management, Customizable themes, Ideal for outdoor activities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windometer free?

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

### Is WindWise free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Windometer or WindWise?

WindWise is rated higher. Windometer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 249 ratings, while WindWise averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Windometer or WindWise have ads?

Neither Windometer nor WindWise shows ads.

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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.*