# WeatherBug vs Forecast Now

The clearest difference is ratings volume: WeatherBug at 2.2M against Forecast Now's 1.5K. WeatherBug also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and chart position (#6 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WeatherBug sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Forecast Now sells 1 in-app purchase, 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 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherBug has 2.2M ratings behind it against 1.5K, 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 55% of Forecast Now's.

WeatherBug ships an update fortnightly, Forecast Now every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherBug | Forecast Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherbug-weather-forecast/id281940292/reviews)** | [4.4 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forecast-now/id452087262/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2M** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | **60.7% of reviews** | 55.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | — |
| Size | 241 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WeatherBug](https://appshunter.io/developer/281940295) | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherBug

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

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Free · Weather, #25 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get real-time local weather, severe storm alerts, and detailed forecasts. Track lightning, pollen, UV exposure, and air quality with interactive maps and customizable widgets. Plan your day with confidence, knowing what to expect from the weather.

**Highlights:** Real-time pinpoint forecasts, Severe weather alerts, Interactive weather maps, Lightning and storm tracking, Pollen and UV index, 10-day and hourly forecasts

**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


### Forecast Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forecast-now/id452087262)

Get detailed local weather forecasts for any US town, including daily and hourly predictions, animated radar, and hazardous weather alerts. Track air quality, UV index, and snowfall with data from official US sources. An optional subscription removes ads and unlocks advanced satellite imagery.

**Highlights:** 7-day daily weather forecast, 24-hour hourly forecast, Animated radar and satellite views, Hazardous weather warnings, Predicted snowfall totals, Air quality index, Ultraviolet index

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Favorite weather app
- 🚀 Accurate and dependable forecasts
- 💡 Detailed weather information
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ads disrupt user experience
- 🐛 Forecast information not always available
- 🐛 Slow app performance and crashes
- 🐛 Difficult to read small text

**Reported bugs**

- Radar and local weather information not working
- Forecast details disappearing after updates
- Inability to access more than one location

**Requested features**

- Add day of week to forecast
- Improve radar and map functionality
- Provide more location-specific details
- Offer a paid ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherBug free?

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

### Is Forecast Now free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WeatherBug or Forecast Now?

WeatherBug is rated higher. WeatherBug averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2M ratings, while Forecast Now averages 4.4 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do WeatherBug or Forecast Now have ads?

Both WeatherBug and Forecast Now show ads.

### Which is updated more often, WeatherBug or Forecast Now?

WeatherBug ships an update fortnightly, and Forecast Now every 3 weeks. Most recently, WeatherBug was updated on November 7, 2026 and Forecast Now on November 1, 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.*