# Wind Seeker vs Barometer Plus

The clearest difference is rating: Barometer Plus at 4.0 against Wind Seeker's 2.5. Barometer Plus also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 8 months) and review sentiment (59% vs 51%). Wind Seeker's advantage is monetization model (free vs paid). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Wind Seeker costs $3.99 and Barometer Plus $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Barometer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Wind Seeker's written reviews are positive against 59% of Barometer Plus's.

Wind Seeker ships an update every 8 months, Barometer Plus every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wind Seeker | Barometer Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Rating | [2.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-seeker/id366765248/reviews) | **[4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barometer-plus-altimeter-pro/id1174281818/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 50.9% of reviews | **59.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#123** | #132 |
| Size | 5 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ozPDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/295147488) | [Ngo Na](https://appshunter.io/developer/1061345952) |

## What reviewers say

### Wind Seeker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-seeker/id366765248)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

Visualize local wind and weather conditions with a flat view compass and an augmented reality 3D view. Explore global weather data through a searchable map interface, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality 3D wind view, Flat view compass with wind vectors, Searchable map view of weather stations, Local and world weather data, Animated wind vectors and readings, Observation station list

**In-app purchases:** none


### Barometer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barometer-plus-altimeter-pro/id1174281818)

**Currently charting:** #132 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

This app utilizes your device's barometer sensor to measure air pressure and altitude, helping you monitor and predict short-term weather changes. It also allows users to track how pressure impacts mood and optimize fishing conditions. The app offers extensive customization and historical data tracking.

**Highlights:** Barometer and altimeter with analog display, Temperature and humidity display, Pressure and altitude unit conversion, GPS and METAR calibration, Relative altitude measurement, Pressure change notifications, Pressure tracking and history graph

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wind Seeker free?

Wind Seeker costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Barometer Plus free?

Barometer Plus costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Wind Seeker or Barometer Plus?

Barometer Plus is rated higher. Wind Seeker averages 2.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Barometer Plus averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Wind Seeker or Barometer Plus have ads?

Neither Wind Seeker nor Barometer Plus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Wind Seeker or Barometer Plus?

Wind Seeker ships an update every 8 months, and Barometer Plus every 11 days. Most recently, Wind Seeker was updated on October 29, 2026 and Barometer Plus on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Wind Seeker or Barometer Plus?

Wind Seeker currently peaks at #123 in the App Store charts, and Barometer Plus at #132. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*