Comparison

Kustväder vs Rain Radar

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

Head to head
About

Kustväder

Features
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A coast weather application from the Swedish Sea Rescue Society. Only available in Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland. OBS. Applikationen täcker bara svenska farvatten. Väderappen Kustväder ger en detaljerad tvådygnsprognos som timme för timme visar vind, vågor, ström, vattentemperatur, lufttryck med mera. Appen har även en funktion som visar hur havet ser ut vid olika vindstyrkor och väderförhållanden. Positioneringsfunktionen hjälper dig att ange din longitud och latitud om olyckan är framme och du behöver larma. Du kan också dela din position till en vän om du bara vill berätta var du befinner dig. De väderprognoser vi använder levereras av SMHI och YR. Prognoser och vädervarningar utfärdas och uppdateras sex gånger per dygn och visar lokalt väder från Skagerack och Kattegatt till Norra Bottenhavet, i Vänern, Vättern, Siljan, Storsjön (Jämtland) samt Helgasjön och Bolmen. Sjösäkerheten ökar om Sjöräddningssällskapets Kustväder används mycket och ofta. Därför kostar Kustväder inget att ladda ner. I Kustväder finns också möjlighet att stödja Sjöräddningssällskapet genom att bli medlem. Hela verksamheten drivs ideellt, utan bidrag från staten. Alla räddningsbåtar har frivillig besättning som ställer upp dygnet runt, året om. Fakta om Sjöräddningssällskapets Kustväder: - Snabb överblick närmaste två dygnen - Detaljerat kustväder, timme för timme - Havsbilder vid olika väderförhållanden - Vindstyrka och -riktning - Vädertyp och lufttemperatur - Byvind - Nederbörd - Våghöjd och -riktning - Lufttryck - Vattentemperatur - Strömriktning och -hastighet - Risk för åska - Sikt - För vissa platser kan vi även visa havsvattenstånd. I appen kan du även ta del av den senaste sjörapporten från SMHI. Kustväder visar klass 1-, 2- och 3-varningar för vind, åska samt stora regnmängder för den position du söker prognos för.

About

Rain Radar

Track rain, storms, and wind in real time on a powerful global radar map with smooth animations. Get accurate forecasts, live updates, and detailed weather data to stay ahead of changing conditions.

Highlights
  • Live rain radar with smooth animations
  • Interactive global weather map
  • Accurate hourly and daily forecasts
  • Real-time storm and wind tracking
  • Customizable weather alerts
  • Detailed weather data (temperature, wind, etc.)
Features
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See the weather like never before with Rain Radar. Track rain, storms, and wind in real time on a powerful global radar map with smooth animations and a completely redesigned experience. Stay ahead of changing weather conditions with accurate forecasts, live updates, and detailed radar data — all in one fast and intuitive app. Key Features: • Live Rain Radar Watch real-time precipitation on a high-quality radar map. See rain, snow, and storms moving in your area with smooth animations. • Advanced Weather Map Explore a fully interactive global map. Zoom in to your location or track weather systems anywhere in the world. • Accurate Forecasts Get reliable hourly and daily forecasts with precise data for temperature, wind, and precipitation. • Storm & Wind Tracking Monitor storms, wind speed, and severe weather conditions in real time to stay prepared. • Weather Alerts Receive notifications about rain, storms, and important weather changes directly to your device. • Modern Design Enjoy a clean, fast, and beautifully redesigned interface built for clarity and ease of use. • Detailed Weather Data Access everything from temperature and humidity to wind, UV index, and more. Why Rain Radar? Rain Radar combines powerful radar technology with a modern design to give you a fast and reliable weather experience. Whether you’re planning your day or tracking a storm, you’ll always stay one step ahead. Download now and see the weather in real time. Premium Upgrade to Premium for an ad-free experience and advanced features. Subscription Options Unlock Premium features for the best experience: • 1 month – short-term access • 1 year with 7 days free trial – best value for unlimited Premium Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.deluxeware.com/terms_and_conditions.html Privacy Policy: https://www.deluxeware.com/privacy_policy.html

Screenshots

Kustväder3 screens
Rain Radar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kustväder at none against Rain Radar's 3. Kustväder also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Rain Radar sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Kustväder asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kustväder ships an update every 3 months, Rain Radar every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Kustväder versus Rain Radar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKustväderRain Radar
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (1.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—55.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSvenska S�llskapet F�r R�ddning af Skeppsbrutne,DeluxeWare

Bugs and requests

Kustväder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Rain Radar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Zoom-related glitches
  • Location defaults to Asia
  • Weather colors disappearing

Requested features

3 requests
  • Future radar/weather forecasting
  • Fahrenheit temperature option
  • Time bar in lower portion of screen

In-app purchases

None

Kustväder

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Rain Radar

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Access$5.991 Month
  • Annual access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ad's$14.99

Questions

Is Kustväder free?
Kustväder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rain Radar free?
Rain Radar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kustväder or Rain Radar have ads?
Rain Radar shows ads; Kustväder does not.
Which is updated more often, Kustväder or Rain Radar?
Kustväder ships an update every 3 months, and Rain Radar every 6 months. Most recently, Kustväder was updated on September 18, 2026 and Rain Radar on September 26, 2026.

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