# Weather4D Lite vs Windy.com

The clearest difference is price: Windy.com at Free against Weather4D Lite's $17.99. Windy.com also leads on ratings volume (79K vs 1) and review sentiment (89% vs 71%). Weather4D Lite's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Windy.com is free to download; Weather4D Lite costs $17.99 up front. Weather4D Lite sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Windy.com sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Weather4D Lite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windy.com has 79K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Weather4D Lite's written reviews are positive against 89% of Windy.com's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Weather4D Lite ships an update every 2 months, Windy.com every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Weather4D Lite | Windy.com |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $17.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather4d-lite/id418723845/reviews)** | [4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **79K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.1% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #142 | **#3** |
| Size | 484 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [APP4NAV](https://appshunter.io/developer/418723848) | [Windyty, SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161387261) |

## What reviewers say

### Weather4D Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather4d-lite/id418723845)

**Currently charting:** #142 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

Visualize complex atmospheric and oceanic data in 3D HD layers. Download and customize GRIB files from various models for detailed weather and sea condition forecasts. Compare different models and data types side-by-side.

**Highlights:** 3D HD weather data layers, Automatic and manual animation, Customizable GRIB file downloads, Split-screen comparison (iPad), Multiple weather and oceanographic models, Location-based forecasting

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months HD Forecast Subscription | $17.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year HD Forecast Subscription | $39.99 | one-time |


### Windy.com

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Free · Weather, #11 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

**Highlights:** Live weather radar & satellite, Over 50 weather maps, 15+ weather models, Hurricane tracker, Customizable weather alerts, Aviation-specific forecasts, Air quality index

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate 3 EUR/USD a month | $2.99 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Donate 6 EUR/USD a month | $5.49 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Donate approx 5 EUR/USD | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 10 EUR/USD | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 20 EUR/USD | $19.99 | one-time |
| Windy Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 50  EUR/USD | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌊 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌍 Comprehensive global coverage
- 🔍 Detailed weather data and models
- 🛥️ Useful for marine/sailing activities
- 🛫 Valuable for aviation planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Overwhelming number of features and options
- 🔍 Small text and cluttered interface on mobile
- 🤖 Occasional app crashes or stability issues
- 💰 Paywall for some advanced features
- 🌐 Lack of offline functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Map dragging issues on newer iPhone models
- Inconsistent temperature display units
- Premium features not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add weather front data on isobar charts
- Improve font size and layout for better readability
- Provide option to hide webcams or certain layers
- Implement weather warning notifications
- Add support for Apple Watch and other wearables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Weather4D Lite free?

Weather4D Lite costs $17.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Windy.com free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Weather4D Lite or Windy.com?

Weather4D Lite is rated higher. Weather4D Lite averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Windy.com averages 4.8 from 79K ratings.

### Do Weather4D Lite or Windy.com have ads?

Neither Weather4D Lite nor Windy.com shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Weather4D Lite or Windy.com?

Weather4D Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Windy.com every 3 weeks. Most recently, Weather4D Lite was updated on September 27, 2026 and Windy.com on September 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Weather4D Lite or Windy.com?

Weather4D Lite currently peaks at #142 in the App Store charts, and Windy.com at #3. 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.*