Comparison

Radar Mobile vs Wind forecast for Windgurus

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

Head to head
About

Radar Mobile

Visualize U.S. weather radar with high-resolution maps and advanced features. Analyze reflectivity and wind data simultaneously, view topography, and track storm movements with detailed overlays. Supports dual-polarization radar products for advanced weather analysis.

Highlights
  • High-resolution U.S. weather radar mapping
  • Dual-panel display for simultaneous data analysis
  • Reflectivity smoothing and mosaic
  • Topography and population density overlays
  • Dual-polarization radar product support
  • GPS enabled location relative to storms
Features
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Explore weather in detail with Radar Mobile. Compare radar products side by side, follow storms through animated loops, and see the bigger picture with a national radar mosaic. Built for weather enthusiasts, storm spotters, and meteorologists, Radar Mobile brings NEXRAD Level 3 radar to iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Your purchase includes core NEXRAD radar features without a separate data subscription. Optional AllisonHouse overlays require a separate paid subscription and are not included in the app purchase. Spotter Network features require a Spotter Network account. SEE TWO PRODUCTS AT ONCE Compare reflectivity and velocity in the dual-panel display, or pair other radar products to examine a storm from different perspectives. On iPhone and iPad, use a two-finger swipe to switch between dual-panel and single-panel views. LOOK BEYOND REFLECTIVITY Explore radar products including: • Base reflectivity and velocity at multiple elevation angles • Storm-relative velocity with user-selectable storm motion • Differential reflectivity, correlation coefficient, and specific differential phase • Hydrometeor classification • Echo tops and vertically integrated liquid • Storm total rainfall accumulation Use the national reflectivity mosaic to find areas of precipitation, then select an individual radar for a closer look. Product availability depends on the radar site and data source. FOLLOW CHANGING CONDITIONS Animate radar scans to watch precipitation develop and move. Display National Weather Service tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings alongside radar. On iPhone and iPad, tap a warning to read its details and use location services to show your position on the map. MAKE THE DISPLAY YOUR OWN • Customize radar color maps • Smooth reflectivity for a softer display • Hide or gray out reflectivity below a selected threshold • Add geographic context with map overlays • Pan and pinch to zoom on iPhone and iPad OPTIONAL CONNECTED SERVICES With a separate compatible Weather Pulse subscription, add lightning, radar storm tracks, tropical cyclone data, watch boxes, and mesoscale discussions. These services require your own Weather Pulse credentials; their subscription cost is additional to the app purchase. Connect a Spotter Network account to display spotter positions and reports. Radar Mobile displays NEXRAD Level 3 products. It does not include a Level II radar viewer. An internet connection is required to download weather data. Location access is optional. Controls and available features vary by platform.

About

Wind forecast for Windgurus

Get real-time wind observations and accurate forecasts for any location on Earth. Ideal for water sports enthusiasts and paragliders, it automatically detects your location for easy access to wind conditions.

Highlights
  • Global wind forecasts
  • Real-time wind observations
  • Automatic location detection
  • Detailed wind predictions
  • Suitable for water sports
Features
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realWind provides you with a wind forecast for any location on earth! For boaters, sailors, surfers, kitesurfers, windsurfers, and paragliders: **Real time observations, so you know what's going on! ... and accurate forecasts, so you will always find the best conditions for your sport! ** No need to figure out your Lat, Long or Zip Code. Your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch does it for you! Try it and you will love this app and its features!

Screenshots

Radar Mobile4 screens
Wind forecast for Windgurus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Wind forecast for Windgurus at $2.99 against Radar Mobile's $12.99. Wind forecast for Windgurus also leads on iOS requirement (9.1 vs 26.0). Radar Mobile's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 30%). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Radar Mobile costs $12.99 and Wind forecast for Windgurus $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Radar Mobile ships an update every 4 weeks, Wind forecast for Windgurus monthly. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Radar Mobile versus Wind forecast for Windgurus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRadar MobileWind forecast for Windgurus
Price$12.99$2.99 — better
Rating—2.4 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.5% of reviews — better30.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#143#110 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.09.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeatherWary LLCFlytomap

Customer experience

Radar Mobile

Written reviews38 reviews
Positive60.5%
Neutral13.2%
Negative26.3%

Wind forecast for Windgurus

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive30.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative69.7%

In-app purchases

None

Radar Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

Wind forecast for Windgurus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Radar Mobile free?
Radar Mobile costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wind forecast for Windgurus free?
Wind forecast for Windgurus costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Radar Mobile or Wind forecast for Windgurus have ads?
Neither Radar Mobile nor Wind forecast for Windgurus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Radar Mobile or Wind forecast for Windgurus?
Radar Mobile ships an update every 4 weeks, and Wind forecast for Windgurus monthly. Most recently, Radar Mobile was updated on October 20, 2026 and Wind forecast for Windgurus on October 20, 2026.
Which is more popular, Radar Mobile or Wind forecast for Windgurus?
Radar Mobile currently peaks at #143 in the App Store charts, and Wind forecast for Windgurus at #110. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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