Comparison

Powder Magazine vs AspectAvy

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

Head to head
About

Powder Magazine

This app offers a digital subscription to a skiing magazine founded in 1972, focusing on the freedom and spirit of powder skiing. It provides access to articles and content related to the skiing lifestyle.

Highlights
  • Digital magazine subscription
  • Focus on powder skiing
  • Articles on skiing lifestyle
  • Subscription management
  • Automatic renewal options
Features
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Jake and Dave Moe founded POWDER in 1972 as an alternative to the other, uptight skiing magazines. "To us, powder skiing means freedom, with an emphasis, not on how you do it, but just on doing it more," they said. That's what we're still trying to do. Powder to the People. Powder Magazine Pricing: • Subscription 1 Year - USD 24.99* * For non-US app stores, the equivalent currency charges will apply. Please note: App subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on our website. Additional Subscription Information: • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Privacy Policy - https://bit.ly/2J5Ujfh Terms of Use - https://bit.ly/2J1YZqL • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

About

AspectAvy

This app provides real-time avalanche safety information and tools for backcountry enthusiasts. It features dynamic slope angle shading, live forecasts, and LiDAR mapping to help users assess risk and make informed decisions in avalanche terrain.

Highlights
  • Dynamic slope angle shading
  • Live avalanche and weather forecasts
  • LiDAR mapping
  • Safety checklists
  • Built-in slope angle meter
  • Route tracking and sharing
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At AspectAvy, our mission is to save lives from avalanches. Which is why we developed a whole new class of avalanche safety gear: preventive avalanche safety gear. AspectAvy Features: DYNAMIC SLOPE ANGLE SHADING This feature separates AspectAvy and makes us an avalanche safety tool. Our maps update slope angle shading in real-time based on the conditions you’re experiencing on the mountain. Even in airplane mode, we visualize the risk factor, helping to relieve decision fatigue, and giving you an objective picture of the risk level around your immediate location. LIVE AVALANCHE AND WEATHER FORECASTS We incorporate up-to-the-minute live avalanche and weather forecasts right into the app. The forecasts and maps are stored locally on your phone, meaning you have access to the most recent downladed information. Closing the gap between planning and touring, and ensuring you have the most updated forecast information available. INDUSTRY-LEADING LiDAR MAPPING Our rock-solid, fast-loading LiDAR maps are stored locally on your phone, meaning you’re not straining for a signal when decisions matter most. Accurate to 3-meter resolution, you’ll see the terrain and risk factor around your precise location. Giving you control of the slopes you ski, and putting peace of mind in your pocket. TRAILHEAD AND DROP-IN SAFETY CHECKS Our comprehensive and interactive safety checklists help ensure your preparedness, grounding your group in proper avalanche safety best practices. BUILT-IN SLOPE ANGLE METER Our built-in slope angle meter helps you verify slope angle so you know where to ski based on real-time risk levels. It also calculates the length of avalanche run-out zones, keeping you safe at the top of the slope, and the bottom when you’re traveling through avalanche terrain. ROUTE TRACKING AND SHARING Industry standard GPS route tracking shows exactly where your tour traveled, and makes it easy to share the route with everyone in your group. You can even see when and where you were close to avalanche danger, and where you avoided higher-risk terrain. DATA-DRIVEN SAFETY Our algorithm was built on decades of avalanche safety data. By harnessing this data, AspectAvy provides you with clear and precise route recommendations based on avalanche statistics. We pinpoint low-risk slopes – with risk levels akin to driving a car – empowering you to make informed choices with confidence, ensuring an exciting, yet safe backcountry skiing experience. Not available in Alaska or New Hampshire Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Powder Magazine3 screens
AspectAvy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Powder Magazine at 4.5 against AspectAvy's 3.8. Powder Magazine also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 50%) and ratings volume (161 vs 37). AspectAvy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price and update cadence 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. Powder Magazine sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. AspectAvy asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Powder Magazine holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 161 and 37 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Powder Magazine's written reviews are positive against 50% of AspectAvy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Powder Magazine ships an update every 3 months, AspectAvy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Powder Magazine versus AspectAvy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPowder MagazineAspectAvy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (161 ratings) — better3.8 (37 ratings)
Positive reviews60.4% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings161 — better37
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB83 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThe Arena Platform, Inc.Aspect Avy Inc

Customer experience

Powder Magazine

All ratings161 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive60.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative37.7%

AspectAvy

All ratings37 ratings
Positive67.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative29.7%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Powder Magazine

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • App keeps crashing
  • Can't restore purchases
  • App is broken and outdated
  • Vendor does not respond to inquiries
  • App needs update for new iOS
Show 9 more
  • App is outdated and will slow performance
  • Can't get it to restore purchases
  • New app wiped previous downloads
  • App still crashes
  • Lost purchased issues after update
  • Can't even open the Powder site
  • App crashes every time
  • Freezing at 99% and needs restart
  • Can not download new issue

Requested features

5 requests
  • More interactive features
  • Responsive design for devices
  • Update to work with current iOS
  • Improve navigation within issues
  • True 'digital' version

AspectAvy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Powder Magazine

One-time11
  • Powder Magazine January 2011, by PixelMags$0.99
  • Powder Magazine November 2010, by PixelMags$0.99
  • September 2011$0.99
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  • Gear Guide 2011$0.99
  • December 2011, by PixelMags$0.99
  • Photo Annual 2012, by PixelMags$0.99
  • JANUARY 2013 of Powder Magazine, by PixelMags$2.99
  • DECEMBER 2012 of Powder Magazine, by PixelMags$2.99
  • 2013 Gear Guide of Powder Magazine$3.99
  • Gear Guide 2014 issue of Powder Magazine$3.99
  • Powder Feed 6$6.99
None

AspectAvy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Powder Magazine free?
Powder Magazine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AspectAvy free?
AspectAvy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Powder Magazine or AspectAvy?
Powder Magazine is rated higher. Powder Magazine averages 4.5 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while AspectAvy averages 3.8 from 37 ratings.
Do Powder Magazine or AspectAvy have ads?
Powder Magazine shows ads; AspectAvy does not.
Which is updated more often, Powder Magazine or AspectAvy?
Powder Magazine ships an update every 3 months, and AspectAvy every 2 months. Most recently, Powder Magazine was updated on October 22, 2026 and AspectAvy on October 24, 2026.

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