# WeatherBug vs WeatherGraph

The clearest difference is rating: WeatherBug at 4.8 against WeatherGraph's 4.3. WeatherBug also leads on ratings volume (2.2M vs 103) and chart position (#6 vs unranked). WeatherGraph's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (78% vs 61%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WeatherBug sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and WeatherGraph sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WeatherBug holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherBug has 2.2M ratings behind it against 103, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of WeatherBug's written reviews are positive against 78% of WeatherGraph's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

WeatherBug ships an update every 2 weeks, WeatherGraph fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherBug | WeatherGraph |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherbug-weather-forecast/id281940292/reviews)** | [4.3 (103 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathergraph-visual-forecasts/id1440701492/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2M** | 103 |
| Positive reviews | 61.1% of reviews | **78.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | — |
| Size | 237 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WeatherBug](https://appshunter.io/developer/281940295) | [Catspaw Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412342440) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherBug

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherbug-weather-forecast/id281940292)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Free · Weather, #28 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get accurate, real-time weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a global professional weather network. Visualize conditions with interactive maps, track lightning, and stay informed about pollen, air quality, and more.

**Highlights:** Real-Time Pinpoint Forecasts, Enhanced Interactive Map, Severe Weather Alerts, Lightning Proximity Alerts, Pollen Count, Air Quality Information

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Ad Free Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Ad Free Subscription | $10.99 | per year |
| Ad Free Subscription Holiday Promo | $10.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ⚡️ Reliable lightning and storm tracking
- 📍 Customizable location settings
- 🌤️ Detailed weather information (humidity, UV, air quality)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent data updates
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🤔 Contradictory weather information between hourly and daily forecasts
- 🗺️ Inaccurate radar and location mapping in some areas
- 💤 Slow app loading times

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Widget functionality issues
- Incorrect location and weather data for some areas

**Requested features**

- Improved radar and storm tracking coverage
- Ability to disable unnecessary notifications
- More accurate and up-to-date weather data
- Metric unit support for international users


### WeatherGraph

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathergraph-visual-forecasts/id1440701492)

Visualize weather forecasts from the National Weather Service in a clear graphical format. Track observations and forecasts for your chosen locations, with record highs and lows. Includes widgets for home and lock screens, and an Apple Watch app.

**Highlights:** Graphical weather forecasts, NWS data integration, 24-hour observations, 7-day forecasts, Record highs and lows, Home/Lock Screen widgets, Apple Watch app & complications

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade WeatherGraph | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherBug free?

WeatherBug is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is WeatherGraph free?

WeatherGraph is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WeatherBug or WeatherGraph?

WeatherBug is rated higher. WeatherBug averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2M ratings, while WeatherGraph averages 4.3 from 103 ratings.

### Do WeatherBug or WeatherGraph have ads?

WeatherBug shows ads; WeatherGraph does not.

### Which is updated more often, WeatherBug or WeatherGraph?

WeatherBug ships an update every 2 weeks, and WeatherGraph fortnightly. Most recently, WeatherBug was updated on September 25, 2026 and WeatherGraph on September 21, 2026.

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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.*