# Weather #1 Interactive Widgets vs WeatherSense

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Weather #1 Interactive Widgets at 73% against WeatherSense's 14%. Weather #1 Interactive Widgets also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.6) and ratings volume (7.3K vs 51). WeatherSense's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Weather #1 Interactive Widgets sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. WeatherSense asks for nothing beyond the download.

Weather #1 Interactive Widgets holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weather #1 Interactive Widgets has 7.3K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Weather #1 Interactive Widgets's written reviews are positive against 14% of WeatherSense's.

Weather #1 Interactive Widgets ships an update weekly, WeatherSense monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Weather #1 Interactive Widgets | WeatherSense |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (7.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-1-interactive-widgets/id500182129/reviews)** | [1.6 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathersense/id1273633929/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.3K** | 51 |
| Positive reviews | **73.3% of reviews** | 14.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#169** | — |
| Size | 236 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [byss mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/327447624) | [Fuzhou Emax Electronic Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1128654625) |

## What reviewers say

### Weather #1 Interactive Widgets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-1-interactive-widgets/id500182129)

**Currently charting:** #169 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get live weather updates and advanced forecasts directly on your iPhone's home screen, Dynamic Island, and Lock Screen. Track storms, hurricanes, and view detailed radar maps to plan your activities with confidence.

**Highlights:** Dynamic Island widgets, Lock Screen widgets, Home Screen widgets, Storm and hurricane tracking, 14-day hourly/daily forecasts, Real-time weather alerts, Radar overlay maps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium weather service | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weather | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weather service | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weather service | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Weather service | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Accurate weather information
- 📊 Comprehensive weather data
- 🔍 Detailed radar and forecast
- 🌡️ Reliable temperature display
- 🌤️ Animated weather visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for premium features
- 📢 Intrusive ads and upsell prompts
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and glitches
- 🕰️ Slow widget/map updates
- 🤔 Confusing navigation and UI

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not updating properly
- Map layers not functioning as expected
- Subscription issues and billing problems
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Customizable widget layouts
- Live weather radar on home screen
- Ability to share weather data
- Integration with smart home devices


### WeatherSense

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathersense/id1273633929)

Monitor indoor and outdoor weather conditions with real-time data and historical graphs. Get 4-day forecasts, set alarms, and access your information from anywhere via your smartphone.

**Highlights:** 4-Day weather forecast, Real-time temperature and humidity, Barometric pressure readings, Historical data graphs, Remote smartphone access, Alarm clock functionality, Indoor/outdoor sensor support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Easy WiFi setup process
- 📊 Displays temperature and sensor data effectively
- 🔄 App functionality restored after updates
- 📱 Simple and clear interface design
- 🌡️ Accurate outdoor sensor readings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection failures to device and WiFi
- ❌ App crashes and won't open
- 🔐 Requires WiFi password entry (privacy concern)
- 📍 Displays incorrect weather forecast data
- 🌡️ Indoor temperature shown prominently instead of outdoor

**Reported bugs**

- Network error messages preventing app launch
- WiFi connection fails to establish
- Device pairing fails between base and remote
- App crashes on startup
- Bluetooth connectivity issues

**Requested features**

- Display outdoor temperature as primary/largest element
- Show rainfall totals for 24 hours and storm totals
- Add multiple weather station support
- Export data functionality
- Rename sensors capability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Weather #1 Interactive Widgets free?

Weather #1 Interactive Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is WeatherSense free?

WeatherSense is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Weather #1 Interactive Widgets or WeatherSense?

Weather #1 Interactive Widgets is rated higher. Weather #1 Interactive Widgets averages 4.4 out of 5 from 7.3K ratings, while WeatherSense averages 1.6 from 51 ratings.

### Do Weather #1 Interactive Widgets or WeatherSense have ads?

Neither Weather #1 Interactive Widgets nor WeatherSense shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Weather #1 Interactive Widgets or WeatherSense?

Weather #1 Interactive Widgets ships an update weekly, and WeatherSense monthly. Most recently, Weather #1 Interactive Widgets was updated on November 1, 2026 and WeatherSense on October 29, 2026.

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