Comparison

Windfinder vs Thermometer++ App

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

Thermometer++ App

Transform your device into a precise thermometer. Get real-time outdoor temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind data for your current location. Utilizes AI to combine data from multiple sources for accurate, up-to-the-minute weather information.

Highlights
  • Real-time temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind
  • Thermometer, barometer, and hygrometer functions
  • Current location or custom location selection
  • Celsius and Fahrenheit display
  • AI-powered weather predictions
  • Minimalistic data display
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a fast and accurate thermometer. Check the current outdoor temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind at your location. Used by over 5,000,000 people worldwide! Most weather apps merely display data from the nearest weather station, which could be hundreds of kilometers away and more that an hour outdated. We utilize AI technologies to combine data from multiple weather stations, providing accurate predictions for temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind at your current location in real-time. Features: - Shows temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind. You can use it as a thermometer, barometer, or hygrometer. - Use your current location or choose any location on a map. - Minimalistic design: shows only the necessary data. - Displays Celsius and Fahrenheit degrees on a beautiful thermometer picture. - Switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit degrees with a tap. - Helps you quickly decide what to wear. - Helps you keep track of the weather during heat and cold waves. Permissions: - Location (optional): Used to automatically show the weather for your current location. You can also choose a custom location manually from the map — no permission is required for that. Privacy policy: https://www.singularioapps.com/thermometer-privacy/ Terms of service: https://www.singularioapps.com/thermometer-terms/

Screenshots

Windfinder4 screens
Thermometer++ App3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Windfinder at 62K against Thermometer++ App's 7.2K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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 and Thermometer++ App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Windfinder against 4.7 for Thermometer++ App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windfinder has 62K ratings behind it against 7.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Windfinder's written reviews are positive against 76% of Thermometer++ App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Windfinder ships an update every 3 weeks, Thermometer++ App every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Windfinder versus Thermometer++ App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWindfinderThermometer++ App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (62K ratings) — better4.7 (7.2K ratings)
Positive reviews81.4% of reviews — better75.5% of reviews
Number of ratings62K — better7.2K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#32 — better#61
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWindfinderViachaslau Tysianchuk

Customer experience

Windfinder

All ratings61,640 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews479 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral4.2%
Negative14.4%

Thermometer++ App

All ratings7,199 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral3.4%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews331 reviews
Positive75.5%
Neutral6.9%
Negative17.5%

User reviews

Windfinder

From 62K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 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

Room to improve

  • 🐛 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

Thermometer++ App

From 7.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate temperature readings
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🔍 Provides humidity information
  • 🌍 Works well in different locations

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent temperature readings
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate location detection
  • 🔌 Doesn't work without internet connection
  • 💰 Paid version required to remove ads

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

Thermometer++ App

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Temperature reading stuck at a constant value
  • App crashes when opening in certain locations

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add indoor temperature monitoring
  • Provide weather forecast information
  • Include a widget for quick temperature access

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
3 purchases

Thermometer++ App

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Version, Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Premium Version, Yearly$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Version, Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Windfinder free?
Windfinder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Thermometer++ App free?
Thermometer++ App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Windfinder or Thermometer++ App?
Windfinder is rated higher. Windfinder averages 4.8 out of 5 from 62K ratings, while Thermometer++ App averages 4.7 from 7.2K ratings.
Do Windfinder or Thermometer++ App have ads?
Both Windfinder and Thermometer++ App show ads.
Which is updated more often, Windfinder or Thermometer++ App?
Windfinder ships an update every 3 weeks, and Thermometer++ App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Windfinder was updated on October 19, 2026 and Thermometer++ App on October 19, 2026.
Which is more popular, Windfinder or Thermometer++ App?
Windfinder currently peaks at #32 in the App Store charts, and Thermometer++ App at #61. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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