Comparison

Windfinder vs WindMana

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

Head to head
About

Windfinder

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
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Detailed wind and weather forecasts for your location. See wind, waves, tides and weather reports and current wind measurements for your own weather predictions. Easy to use and free of charge. FEATURES: + Detailed wind and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations + Current wind and weather measurements in real-time from 21,000 weather stations + Tide forecasts for high and low tides for over 20,000 locations around the world + Favorites: save nearby locations and monitor the weather + Animated wind map for a global wind overview + Small Wind Widgets (current conditions) + New: Severe weather warnings for the US and Europe + Measurements listed in knots, Beaufort, mph, km/h and m/s + Parameters: Wind speed, wind direction, gusts, air temperature, felt temperature, clouds coverage, precipitation, air pressure, wave height, wave period and wave direction + Webcams + Optimized display for optimal readability on the go and on any mobile device + Optimized data transfer for a quicker load speed + Topographic maps provide a quick overview of weather conditions and assist with route planning + Easy to use interface - even with wet and cold hands PERFECT FOR: • Kitesurfing & Windsurfing – find that next storm or windy days next door or at your next vacation • Sailing – plan your next sailing trip and ensure safe passage by avoiding bad weather at sea • Wing Foiling - Catch the wind with your wing • Surfing – find the perfect wave and high swell • Dinghy sailing & regatta racers • SUP & Kayak – make sure high waves and wind don’t risk your adventures • Paragliding – find a good wind right from the start • Fishing – ensure a good catch with wind directions and tides • Cycling, hiking & trekking – check if it will be windy on your route and take the right gear • Boat owners & captains – keep an eye on the current wind conditions and tides • ... anyone interested in reliable wind and weather predictions WINDFINDER PLUS: Subscribe to Windfinder Plus to get access to all features. With Windfinder Plus you also get: + Wind alerts: Specify your preferred wind conditions and get notified when windy or calm days are forecasted + Superforecast: our hourly high-resolution forecasting model for North America, Europe, South Africa, Egypt and the Canary Islands + Wind & Weather Widgets in all sizes with wind preview + Ad free: no distractions + Wind preview: get a quick visual overview of the next ten days + New: Value grid for weather parameters directly on the map + Animated wind speed maps with wind gusts, temperature, precipitation and topographic images + Wind report map: Real-time wind measurements from over 21,000 stations directly on the wind map + all webcams in the area + many more Windfinder Plus is available as an In App Purchase. Subscriptions: Windfinder Plus: We offer auto-renewable "Windfinder Plus" subscriptions for one month or one year. The subscription unlocks the full feature set of Windfinder Plus. Remove Ads: We offer auto-renewable "Remove Ads" subscriptions for 3 months, 6 months or one year. The app will be free of ads while the "Remove Ads" subscription is active. Details: A free trial period of 7 days is offered. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. You will be charged for another period (1 month, 3 months, 6 months or one year) unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the subscription is renewed. You can turn off the auto-renewal in your account settings after purchase. Terms of Use: www.windfinder.com/contact/terms Privacy Policy: www.windfinder.com/contact/privacy_policy SOCIAL MEDIA: • Facebook: @Windfinder.com • Instagram: @windfindercom • Youtube: wind.to/Youtube • Support: support@windfinder.com • FAQ: windfinder.com/help

About

WindMana

Features
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WindMana: Wind Forecasts for Water Sports WindMana is built for those who chase the wind. Whether you’re kitesurfing, windsurfing, or wingfoiling, WindMana helps you understand the conditions, plan your sessions, and make the most of every moment on the water. Wind Forecasts **Know what the wind is doing.** Get a complete overview of the conditions that matter. Track hourly wind speed, gusts, wind direction, temperature, UV index, atmospheric pressure, and wave height. Everything is presented in a clear, easy-to-read layout. Switch effortlessly between km/h, knots, and m/s. Discover Wind Spots **Find your next session.** Explore wind spots across the Netherlands and Spain. Filter locations by discipline, including kitesurfing, windsurfing, and foiling. Sort by distance or name, and save your favorite spots for quick access. Forecast Confidence **Know how much to trust the forecast.** WindMana helps you understand forecast reliability at a glance. Day 0–1 offers high confidence, day 2 medium confidence, and forecasts further ahead come with lower confidence. Plan your sessions with a clearer picture of what to expect. Daypicker **Compare the days at a glance.** Graph & Hourly Views **Explore the forecast your way.** Dive into detailed hourly conditions or switch to a visual graph to spot wind trends and find the best window for your session. Quickly compare daily wind and gust conditions with a compact chart showing maximum wind speed and gusts for each day. nteractive Wind Map **See the conditions across your favorite spots.** Explore spots on an interactive map and view wind speed and direction at a glance. Tap any location to open its detailed forecast and decide where the conditions look best. Favorites for Fast Access **Your favorite spots, always within reach.** Save the locations you ride most and switch between them instantly. Spend less time searching and more time planning your next session. --- Windmana is built for people who live for the wind and know that the right conditions make all the difference. We’re just getting started, with more spots, smarter tools, and new features on the way. **Windmana. Know the wind. Catch the moment.**

Screenshots

Windfinder4 screens
WindMana4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WindMana at none against Windfinder's 9. WindMana also leads on ads (none vs shown). Windfinder's advantage is chart position (#46 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence 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

Both are free to download. Windfinder sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. WindMana asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Windfinder ships an update every 4 weeks, WindMana monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Windfinder versus WindMana: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWindfinderWindMana
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (63K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings63K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
Best chart rank#46 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWindfinderBob Van delft

Bugs and requests

Windfinder

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes or freezes on some devices
  • Widget not functioning properly

Requested features

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

WindMana

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Windfinder

Subscriptions6
  • Windfinder Plus monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 3 month ad-free2 variants$2.493 Months
  • 6 month ad-free2 variants$3.996 Months
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  • 1 Year ad free2 variants$4.991 Year
  • Windfinder Plus Yearly7 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • Windfinder Plus Yearly1 Year trial$12.991 Year
None

WindMana

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Windfinder free?
Windfinder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WindMana free?
WindMana is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Windfinder or WindMana have ads?
Windfinder shows ads; WindMana does not.
Which is updated more often, Windfinder or WindMana?
Windfinder ships an update every 4 weeks, and WindMana monthly. Most recently, Windfinder was updated on October 28, 2026 and WindMana on October 24, 2026.

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