# WeatherBug vs Weather⁺

The clearest difference is update cadence: WeatherBug at every 2 weeks against Weather⁺'s every 5 weeks. WeatherBug also leads on ratings volume (2.2M vs 145K) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WeatherBug sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Weather⁺ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WeatherBug holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherBug has 2.2M ratings behind it against 145K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of WeatherBug's written reviews are positive against 56% of Weather⁺'s.

WeatherBug ships an update every 2 weeks, Weather⁺ every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherBug | Weather⁺ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherbug-weather-forecast/id281940292/reviews)** | [4.6 (145K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather/id404516121/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2M** | 145K |
| Positive reviews | **61.1% of reviews** | 55.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#4** | #87 |
| Size | 237 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WeatherBug](https://appshunter.io/developer/281940295) | [Impala Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063279743) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherBug

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

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Free · Weather, #27 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


### Weather⁺

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather/id404516121)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Experience dynamic weather forecasts with visually engaging video backgrounds that adapt to local conditions. Get detailed weather data, customizable layouts, and convenient widgets. Enjoy animated clocks and full Apple Watch integration.

**Highlights:** Daily & 3-hourly forecasts, Humidity, pressure, wind data, Animated video backgrounds, Customizable forecast layout, Animated flip clock, Weather widgets, Apple Watch support

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Platinum Membership | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership Monthly | $1.49 | per month |
| Weekly Premium Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership | $7.99 | per 6 months |
| The Full Weather+ Experience | $8.49 | per year |
| Annual Limited Time Offer | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Access | $14.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Video Pack | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🌄 Beautiful weather animations
- ⏱️ Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌍 Covers many locations worldwide
- 🕰️ Convenient time display

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔍 Difficult to customize background videos
- 📢 Excessive advertisements
- 🕰️ Clock display takes up too much space
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect time display for multiple locations
- App crashes after recent updates
- Weather information not updating properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to select preferred background videos
- Longer weather forecast period
- Widget support for home screen
- More detailed weather information (e.g., air quality, pollen count)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherBug free?

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

### Is Weather⁺ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WeatherBug or Weather⁺?

WeatherBug is rated higher. WeatherBug averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2M ratings, while Weather⁺ averages 4.6 from 145K ratings.

### Do WeatherBug or Weather⁺ have ads?

Both WeatherBug and Weather⁺ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, WeatherBug or Weather⁺?

WeatherBug ships an update every 2 weeks, and Weather⁺ every 5 weeks. Most recently, WeatherBug was updated on September 24, 2026 and Weather⁺ on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WeatherBug or Weather⁺?

WeatherBug currently peaks at #4 in the App Store charts, and Weather⁺ at #87. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*