# Snow vs OpenSnow

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OpenSnow at 80% against Snow's 46%. OpenSnow also leads on ratings volume (9.1K vs 949). Snow's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Snow sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and OpenSnow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Snow holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenSnow has 9.1K ratings behind it against 949, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Snow's written reviews are positive against 80% of OpenSnow's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Snow ships an update every 3 weeks, OpenSnow every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Snow | OpenSnow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (949 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snow-forecast-weather-maps/id418032026/reviews)** | [4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 949 | **9.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 45.6% of reviews | **80.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #135 | **#62** |
| Size | 147 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Meteo365 Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/661723505) | [Cloudnine Weather LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) |

## What reviewers say

### Snow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snow-forecast-weather-maps/id418032026)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Access reliable mountain weather and snow reports for over 3,200 ski resorts worldwide. Track conditions, find the best snow, and plan your trips with detailed forecasts, webcams, and maps. Receive alerts and discover hidden gems for your next adventure.

**Highlights:** Detailed ski resort weather, Webcams with archive images, Snow Finder for best resorts, Favorite ski resorts list, Current weather observations, Topographic & satellite maps, Snow alerts (email/push), 16-day weather forecasts (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Snow-Forecast Premium: Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Snow-Forecast Premium: Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Service (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Snow-Forecast Premium: Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Snow-Forecast Premium: Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Snow-Forecast Premium: 6 Monthly | $17.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Service (6 Monthly) | $17.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Service (Yearly) | $24.49 | per year |
| Premium p2: 6 Months | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Snow-Forecast Premium: Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Service (1 Month) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium Service (6 Months) | $17.99 | one-time |


### OpenSnow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Grossing · Weather, #121 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Get the most accurate snow forecasts, detailed snow reports, and severe weather maps. Access 15-day forecasts, local expert insights, and offline 3D maps for snow depth, avalanche risk, and more. Track storms with advanced radar and AI-powered weather systems.

**Highlights:** 15-Day Snow Forecast, Local Expert Snow Reports, 3D & Offline Weather Maps, AI-Powered Weather System, Severe Weather Tracking, Mountain Webcams, Snow Depth & Avalanche Risk Maps

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OpenSnow Legacy | $49.99 | per year |
| OpenSnow Base | $49.99 | per year |
| OpenSnow Base Legacy | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate snow forecasts
- 📊 Detailed weather data and maps
- 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of ski resorts
- 💻 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🤖 Reliable and consistent forecasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🌐 Limited coverage outside of North America
- 🕰️ Occasional delays in updating snow conditions
- 🤖 Inconsistent accuracy in long-term forecasts
- 🔒 Paywall restricts access to some features

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Inconsistencies in the display of weather data and forecasts

**Requested features**

- Expand coverage to more international ski resorts
- Improve offline functionality and data availability
- Introduce more customization options for user preferences
- Enhance integration with other outdoor activity planning apps
- Provide more detailed snow and weather data for backcountry use


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Snow free?

Snow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is OpenSnow free?

OpenSnow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Snow or OpenSnow?

Snow is rated higher. Snow averages 4.9 out of 5 from 949 ratings, while OpenSnow averages 4.7 from 9.1K ratings.

### Do Snow or OpenSnow have ads?

Neither Snow nor OpenSnow shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Snow or OpenSnow?

Snow ships an update every 3 weeks, and OpenSnow every 2 weeks. Most recently, Snow was updated on September 24, 2026 and OpenSnow on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Snow or OpenSnow?

Snow currently peaks at #135 in the App Store charts, and OpenSnow at #62. 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.*