# Windfinder vs Thermometer++ App

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Windfinder | Thermometer++ App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (62K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-wind-and-weather-map/id336829635/reviews)** | [4.7 (7.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thermometer-plus-plus-app/id704237014/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **62K** | 7.2K |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 75.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#29** | #57 |
| Size | 81 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Windfinder](https://appshunter.io/developer/336829638) | [Viachaslau Tysianchuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/704237017) |

## What reviewers say

### Windfinder

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

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Free · Weather, #48 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


### Thermometer++ App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thermometer-plus-plus-app/id704237014)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Free · Weather, #185 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version, Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Version, Yearly | $2.99 | per year |
| Premium Version, Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Temperature reading stuck at a constant value
- App crashes when opening in certain locations

**Requested features**

- Add indoor temperature monitoring
- Provide weather forecast information
- Include a widget for quick temperature access


## Frequently asked 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 #29 in the App Store charts, and Thermometer++ App at #57. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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