# Weather Underground vs OpenSnow

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OpenSnow at 80% against Weather Underground's 26%. OpenSnow also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.9) and ads (none vs shown). Weather Underground's advantage is ratings volume (32K vs 9.1K) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Weather Underground sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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.

OpenSnow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32K and 9.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Weather Underground's written reviews are positive against 80% of OpenSnow's.

Weather Underground ships an update every 2 months, OpenSnow every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Weather Underground | OpenSnow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-underground-local-map/id486154808/reviews) | **[4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 9.1K |
| Positive reviews | 25.7% of reviews | **80.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | #23 |
| Size | 90 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Weather Underground, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284699897) | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) |

## What reviewers say

### Weather Underground

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-underground-local-map/id486154808)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Free · Weather, #21 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get hyper-local weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a vast network of personal weather stations. Track current conditions, view interactive radar maps, and receive customizable notifications for upcoming weather events.

**Highlights:** Hyper-local forecasts, Severe weather alerts, Interactive radar maps, Personal weather station data, Hourly/daily forecasts up to 15 days, Air quality and UV index

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WU Premium (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| WU Premium (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| WU Ad-Free for 1 year | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate forecasts
- 📊 Detailed weather data
- 🌍 Global coverage
- 🌊 Tides and moon phases
- 🚲 Useful for outdoor activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔧 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🤖 Poor UI design after update
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔍 Difficult to access personal weather station data
- 📉 Declining accuracy and reliability

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect weather data and forecasts
- Inability to change location
- Disappearing weather station data
- Ads and subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Restore previous app layout and features
- Customizable weather data display
- Improved weather station integration
- Offline mode for weather data


### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Grossing · Weather, #40 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 Weather Underground free?

Weather Underground 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, Weather Underground or OpenSnow?

OpenSnow is rated higher. Weather Underground averages 3.9 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while OpenSnow averages 4.7 from 9.1K ratings.

### Do Weather Underground or OpenSnow have ads?

Weather Underground shows ads; OpenSnow does not.

### Which is updated more often, Weather Underground or OpenSnow?

Weather Underground ships an update every 2 months, and OpenSnow every 11 days. Most recently, Weather Underground was updated on October 21, 2026 and OpenSnow on October 20, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Weather Underground or OpenSnow?

Weather Underground currently peaks at #11 in the App Store charts, and OpenSnow at #23. 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.*