Comparison

Snowtam Lite vs Wind Compass

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Snowtam Lite

This tool helps pilots quickly decode 8-digit MOTNE codes for runway condition information. Its intuitive interface prevents invalid code entry, and a help page offers a full code breakdown. The full version includes additional features for pilots.

Highlights
  • Decode 8-digit MOTNE codes
  • Runway condition information
  • Intuitive spin dial interface
  • Prevents invalid code entry
  • Help page with code breakdown
Features
Currently charting
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Snowtam Lite is a quick and intuitive tool for pilots to decoding 8 digit MOTNE codes, which provide information about runway condition. The spin dial interface ensures that invalid codes cannot be entered. The application also provides a complete breakdown of the codes in the help page. The full version of Snowtam provides several additional features, including decoding of Snowtam report, cold temperature corrections and an in-built database of +12,000 airport ICAO codes.

About

Wind Compass

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
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Introducing Wind Compass, the go-to app for tracking and monitoring wind & weather conditions. With Wind Compass, you can easily get the latest and most accurate weather updates for any location. Whether you’re planning an outdoor activity, checking the weather during a road trip, or simply curious about the conditions outside, Wind Compass is the perfect app to help you stay informed. So why wait? Download Wind Compass today and start getting the weather information you need, right at your fingertips. Wind Compass can answer important weather-related questions: - See what the current wind speed and direction is for your location or destination - View sunrise & sunset times so you can catch first light or the perfect sunset - Learn what the temperature feels like so you can plan for your day - Get the hourly & daily forecast to better plan for outings & travel Key Wind Condition Features - Get Wind Speed readings in Miles/hour, Kilometers/hour, Knots, Beaufort Wind Force, or Meters Per Second - Select Compass Magnetic Declination from True North or Magnetic North - Choose Temperature measurement from Fahrenheit or Celsius - Select the Arrow direction of the Wind Indicator from Blowing To or Coming From Top Weather Forecast Features - View the Current Temperature and check Estimated Highs and Lows - See Sunrise/Sunset times, plus the "First Light" and "Last light" times for the day (Also known as Nautical Twilight Start and End) - 24-Hour & 7-Day Forecast showing Time, Estimated Temperature, Estimated Wind Speed and Direction, and % Chance of Precipitation Custom Backgrounds - Choose from standard colored backgrounds - Add a map showing your current location - Select an overlay displaying your rear camera view - Pick a color gradient that automatically adjusts from warm to cool based on the temperature of where you are Wind Compass Pro Features - Save Multiple Locations - Daily Weather Forecasts - Remove Ads With Wind Compass, you can easily stay up-to-date on the weather conditions around you. As an added bonus, Wind Compass shows you which direction is North so if you are indoors or turned around, you can reorient yourself, as well as check the current wind direction. Thanks for using Wind Compass! Have questions or feedback? Email us at contact@maplemedia.io for fast & friendly support. Credits Weather Data Powered by Apple WeatherKit (https://weatherkit.apple.com/legal-attribution.html) Apple Weather and WeatherKit are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Subscription Terms: https://maplemedia.io/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://maplemedia.io/privacy/

Screenshots

Snowtam Lite2 screens
Wind Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wind Compass at 64% against Snowtam Lite's 0%. Wind Compass also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (4.6 vs 1.0). Snowtam Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Wind Compass is free to download; Snowtam Lite costs $0.99 up front. Wind Compass sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.19 per month. Snowtam Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wind Compass holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wind Compass has 23K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Snowtam Lite's written reviews are positive against 64% of Wind Compass's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Snowtam Lite ships an update every 21 months, Wind Compass every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Snowtam Lite versus Wind Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnowtam LiteWind Compass
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (23K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews63.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings223K — better
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#167#94 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB121 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBrendan WholihanMaple Media Apps, LLC

Customer experience

Snowtam Lite

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Wind Compass

All ratings22,978 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews260 reviews
Positive63.8%
Neutral7.3%
Negative28.8%

Bugs and requests

Snowtam Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Wind Compass

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Compass feature not working properly
  • Delayed or inaccurate wind data updates

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

None

Snowtam Lite

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Wind Compass

Subscriptions7
  • Wind Compass Pro MP Monthly$3.191 Month
  • Windcompass Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Wind Compass MP 20$10.491 Year
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  • Wind Compass MP 40$11.991 Year
  • Windcompass Pro Annual$12.991 Year
  • Wind Compass MP 601 Month trial$12.991 Year
  • Wind Compass Premium$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Snowtam Lite free?
Snowtam Lite costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wind Compass free?
Wind Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Snowtam Lite or Wind Compass?
Wind Compass is rated higher. Snowtam Lite averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Wind Compass averages 4.6 from 23K ratings.
Do Snowtam Lite or Wind Compass have ads?
Wind Compass shows ads; Snowtam Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, Snowtam Lite or Wind Compass?
Snowtam Lite ships an update every 21 months, and Wind Compass every 2 months. Most recently, Snowtam Lite was updated on October 31, 2026 and Wind Compass on November 3, 2026.
Which is more popular, Snowtam Lite or Wind Compass?
Snowtam Lite currently peaks at #167 in the App Store charts, and Wind Compass at #94. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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