# Windfinder vs global storms

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Windfinder at 81% against global storms's 42%. Windfinder also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Windfinder sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and global storms sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Windfinder holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 63K and 13K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Windfinder's written reviews are positive against 42% of global storms's.

Windfinder ships an update every 4 weeks, global storms every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windfinder | global storms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (63K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-wind-and-weather-map/id336829635/reviews)** | [4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **63K** | 13K |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 42.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#49** | — |
| Size | 88 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Windfinder](https://appshunter.io/developer/336829638) | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) |

## What reviewers say

### Windfinder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-wind-and-weather-map/id336829635)

**Currently charting:** #49 Top Free · Weather, #49 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Access real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps for a global overview. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals needing precise weather data.

**Highlights:** Detailed wind and weather forecasts, Real-time wind and weather measurements, Tide forecasts, Animated wind map, Severe weather warnings, Webcams

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Windfinder Plus monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 3 month ad-free | $2.49 | per 3 months |
| 6 month ad-free | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year ad free | $4.99 | per year |
| Windfinder Plus Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| Windfinder Plus Yearly | $12.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate wind and weather forecasts
- 🚀 Detailed and easy-to-use interface
- 💡 Helpful for planning outdoor activities and sports
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance
- 💡 Includes tide information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in wind/weather predictions
- 🔍 Limited information for some locations
- 💰 Ads can be intrusive in free version
- 🔍 Lack of advanced features like dark mode

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on some devices
- Widget not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Hourly wind/weather updates
- Ability to add custom locations
- More detailed weather information (rain, humidity, etc.)
- Integration with other weather/outdoor apps


### global storms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352)

Access real-time severe weather alerts, including hurricanes, typhoons, and tornadoes. View worldwide animated satellite imagery, marine data, and US radar. Track global climate and space weather phenomena.

**Highlights:** Hurricane, typhoon, and tropical storm tracking, Worldwide animated satellite views, Marine weather information, US tornado and thunderstorm alerts, Animated US radar and forecast charts, Global climate and space weather data

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | per month |
| Global Tropical Hazards | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Conditions Forecast | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌐 Accurate weather information
- 📊 Useful satellite imagery and data
- 🔍 Comprehensive hurricane tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficult to navigate past ads
- ⏱️ Lengthy ads that cannot be skipped
- 🚫 Ads blocking access to content
- 🔋 High battery consumption due to ads

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not closing or loading properly
- Satellite imagery not loading consistently

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads for a fee
- Improved ad placement and user experience
- Ability to save favorite locations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windfinder free?

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

### Is global storms free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Windfinder or global storms?

Windfinder is rated higher. Windfinder averages 4.8 out of 5 from 63K ratings, while global storms averages 4.5 from 13K ratings.

### Do Windfinder or global storms have ads?

Both Windfinder and global storms show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Windfinder or global storms?

Windfinder ships an update every 4 weeks, and global storms every 3 weeks. Most recently, Windfinder was updated on October 27, 2026 and global storms on October 27, 2026.

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