Comparison

Wind Lite vs Wind Radar Map

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

Head to head
About

Wind Lite

Get real-time local wind speed and direction data from nearby weather stations. Perfect for outdoor activities like sailing, windsurfing, or biking, it displays wind information in various units and on a live compass. The app automatically updates your location and wind data, and allows sharing current conditions.

Highlights
  • Real-time local wind speed and direction
  • Live compass for wind direction
  • Multiple wind speed units (beaufort, mph, km/h, m/s, knots)
  • Adjustable arrow pointing direction
  • Automatic hourly wind updates
  • Automatic location updates
  • Share current wind data
Features
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Do you want to go sailing, windsurfing, biking or just out of the door? This application shows the current local outdoor wind speed (in beaufort, mph and km/h) and direction, measured by a nearby weather station for which it uses your current location. Features: - The background color changes with the wind speed - The direction of the wind is shown on a live compass - Change between different wind speed units (beaufort, mph, km/h, m/s, knots) - Change arrow poining direction to either from wind or to wind (weather vane) - The wind is automatically updated every hour - The location is automatically updated when you move more than 5 miles/10km - The current wind date can be shared - Support for iPhone X - Support for the iPad multitasking (split view..) Ad supported freeware

About

Wind Radar Map

Visualize real-time wind speed, gust speed, and direction on an interactive radar map. Get accurate anemometer readings, marine data, and smart alerts for outdoor activities and navigation.

Highlights
  • Live wind radar map
  • Accurate anemometer and wind meter
  • Gust speed tracking
  • Dynamic wind compass
  • 7-day wind forecast
  • Custom wind and storm alerts
  • Marine data and tide information
Features
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Wind Radar Map – Anemometer is a powerful wind radar and wind meter designed for people who need accurate wind speed, gust speed and direction in real time. This advanced anemometer combines a live wind radar map, interactive forecast layers, marine data, tide and wave information, smart alerts and a dynamic compass in one complete wind tracking solution. If wind conditions matter to you, this app is built for you. LIVE WIND RADAR MAP AND FORECAST The interactive Wind Radar Map lets you visualize live wind speed, gust speed and wind direction directly on detailed weather maps. Switch between current conditions and forecast mode to see how wind, storm systems and marine conditions will evolve over the next 7 days. With Wind Radar Map – Anemometer you can: Track live wind speed and gust speed View wind forecast directly on the map Monitor storm movement and weather radar data Check tide and wave conditions Compare multiple locations instantly The wind radar map is optimized for sailing, boating, surf sessions, marine navigation, golf planning and drone flights. ACCURATE ANEMOMETER AND WIND METER This digital anemometer acts as a professional wind meter in your pocket. Get precise wind speed readings in mph, km/h, m/s or knots. Switch to the Beaufort scale for marine and boating activities. The wind meter is designed to detect gust speed variations so you can react quickly to changing wind conditions. Whether you are checking wind speed for sailing, tracking gust speed for surf, measuring wind for golf performance or preparing a drone flight, this anemometer delivers reliable data. DYNAMIC WIND COMPASS The built-in compass shows real-time wind direction with a responsive and dynamic interface. The smart wind compass updates instantly as wind shifts, helping you understand crosswind and headwind conditions. Perfect for marine navigation, boating, sailing, surf orientation, drone pilots and outdoor sports. SMART ALERTS AND STORM TRACKER Set custom wind alerts and gust speed alerts to stay ahead of dangerous conditions. Receive notifications when wind speed exceeds your selected threshold or when storms approach your location. Wind Radar Map – Anemometer allows you to check weather alerts for your favorite locations and verify if any storm, marine or wind warnings are active. Start your day with daily forecast alerts and never miss important wind updates again. BUILT FOR MARINE, OUTDOOR AND SPORTS This Wind Radar and Anemometer app is ideal for: Sailing and boating Marine navigation Surf and kitesurf Golf wind analysis Fishing Storm tracking Drone flying Outdoor planning Unlike generic weather apps, Wind Radar Map – Anemometer focuses on wind intelligence, wind radar precision and gust speed tracking. WHY CHOOSE WIND RADAR MAP – ANEMOMETER Live Wind Radar Map Professional Anemometer Accurate Wind Meter Gust Speed Tracking Wind Direction Compass Marine Forecast Tide and Wave Data Storm Radar Visualization Custom Wind Alerts 7-Day Forecast All features are designed to deliver accurate wind speed, reliable forecast data and powerful wind radar visualization in a clean and intuitive interface. Download Wind Radar Map – Anemometer today and turn your device into a complete wind radar, marine forecast and digital anemometer solution. Track wind speed. Monitor gust speed. Follow storm systems. Navigate with your compass. Plan with forecast confidence. Master the wind with Wind Radar Map – Anemometer. Terms of Service: Apple's Terms of Service apply to all subscriptions offered within the app. More information here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Wind Lite4 screens
Wind Radar Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wind Radar Map at 83% against Wind Lite's 11%. Wind Radar Map also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Wind Lite's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. Wind Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Wind Radar Map sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wind Radar Map holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wind Radar Map has 117 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Wind Lite's written reviews are positive against 83% of Wind Radar Map's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wind Lite ships an update every 4 months, Wind Radar Map monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Wind Lite versus Wind Radar Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind LiteWind Radar Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (13 ratings)4.6 (117 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.3% of reviews82.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13117 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB161 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPiet JonasStolanapp

Customer experience

Wind Lite

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.8%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive11.3%
Neutral6.5%
Negative82.3%

Wind Radar Map

All ratings117 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews121 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral8.3%
Negative9.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Wind Lite

One-time1
  • Wind Free Upgrade$0.99
11 purchases

Wind Radar Map

Subscriptions11
  • No more ads$1.991 Month
  • Anemometer Premium3 Days trial$2.197 Days
  • Anemometer Premium$2.297 Days
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  • Anemometer Premium$4.291 Month
  • Anemometer Premium$4.491 Month
  • Anemometer Premium Discount$4.991 Year
  • Anemometer Premium$4.991 Month
  • Anemometer Premium3 Days trial$10.901 Year
  • Anemometer Premium7 Days trial$11.901 Year
  • Anemometer Premium3 Days trial$21.491 Year
  • Anemometer Premium$22.491 Year

Questions

Is Wind Lite free?
Wind Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wind Radar Map free?
Wind Radar Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wind Lite or Wind Radar Map?
Wind Radar Map is rated higher. Wind Lite averages 3.7 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Wind Radar Map averages 4.6 from 117 ratings.
Do Wind Lite or Wind Radar Map have ads?
Wind Radar Map shows ads; Wind Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, Wind Lite or Wind Radar Map?
Wind Lite ships an update every 4 months, and Wind Radar Map monthly. Most recently, Wind Lite was updated on September 13, 2026 and Wind Radar Map on September 30, 2026.

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