# WindAlert vs Wind Compass

The clearest difference is ads: WindAlert at none against Wind Compass's shown. WindAlert also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 64%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Wind Compass's advantage is ratings volume (23K vs 4.6K). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WindAlert sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Wind Compass sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.19 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WindAlert holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.6K and 23K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of WindAlert's written reviews are positive against 64% of Wind Compass's.

WindAlert ships an update every 3 weeks, Wind Compass every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WindAlert | Wind Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windalert-wind-and-weather-map/id317992025/reviews)** | [4.6 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-compass/id662297095/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4.6K | **23K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 63.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | #120 |
| Size | 137 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WeatherFlow](https://appshunter.io/developer/317992028) | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) |

## What reviewers say

### WindAlert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windalert-wind-and-weather-map/id317992025)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Access hyper-local weather observations and advanced forecasts powered by a vast network of proprietary weather stations. Get real-time wind speed, direction, and detailed weather parameters for various activities. Receive customized alerts and visualize weather patterns on interactive maps.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind speed and direction, Proprietary Tempest Weather Systems, AI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting, Live and forecasted wind map, Customized point alerting, Multiple public domain forecast models, Tides charts and wave data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| Plus | $5.49 | per month |
| Gold | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro - Pay As You Go (auto-renewing) | $19.99 | per month |
| Gold | $21.99 | per month |
| Plus | $44.99 | per year |
| Plus | $44.99 | per year |
| Pro | $119.99 | per year |
| Gold | $179.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate wind forecasts
- 👍 Easy to use and understand
- 🌐 Comprehensive coverage of weather stations
- ⚙️ Reliable and trustworthy app
- 🌊 Invaluable for water sports and activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall restricts access to key features
- 🔁 Frequent prompts to upgrade
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🗺️ Outdated map data
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Favorites management issues
- Inconsistent data updates
- Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add wave height and period data
- Improve user interface and navigation
- Provide more customization options
- Integrate with other weather data sources
- Expand coverage to more locations


### Wind Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-compass/id662297095)

**Currently charting:** #120 Top Free · Weather, #132 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Track and monitor wind and weather conditions with detailed forecasts. Get real-time wind speed, direction, temperature, and precipitation chances for any location. Customize your view with various backgrounds and overlays.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind speed and direction, Hourly and daily weather forecasts, Sunrise and sunset times, Temperature and 'feels like' readings, Customizable backgrounds and overlays, Wind speed units selection, North direction indicator

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wind Compass Pro MP Monthly | $3.19 | per month |
| Windcompass Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Wind Compass MP 20 | $10.49 | per year |
| Wind Compass MP 40 | $11.99 | per year |
| Windcompass Pro Annual | $12.99 | per year |
| Wind Compass MP 60 | $12.99 | per year |
| Wind Compass Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Accurate wind speed and direction
- 🎯 Helpful for outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and cycling
- 🧭 Simple and easy-to-use interface
- 💨 Provides real-time wind data
- 🌄 Includes sunrise/sunset times

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent issues with loading data or getting no data
- ⚠️ Inconsistent wind speed and direction readings compared to other sources
- 🔒 Concerns about clipboard access and privacy
- 💰 Subscription model limits free features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Compass feature not working properly
- Delayed or inaccurate wind data updates

**Requested features**

- Option to select location instead of using current location
- Barometric pressure display
- Apple Watch support
- Historical wind data and trends


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WindAlert free?

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

### Is Wind Compass free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WindAlert or Wind Compass?

WindAlert is rated higher. WindAlert averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while Wind Compass averages 4.6 from 23K ratings.

### Do WindAlert or Wind Compass have ads?

Wind Compass shows ads; WindAlert does not.

### Which is updated more often, WindAlert or Wind Compass?

WindAlert ships an update every 3 weeks, and Wind Compass every 2 months. Most recently, WindAlert was updated on September 24, 2026 and Wind Compass on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WindAlert or Wind Compass?

WindAlert currently peaks at #47 in the App Store charts, and Wind Compass at #120. 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.*