# WeatherMax+ vs SatelliteWx

The clearest difference is rating: SatelliteWx at 5.0 against WeatherMax+'s 4.5. SatelliteWx also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). WeatherMax+'s advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WeatherMax+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and SatelliteWx sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SatelliteWx holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherMax+ has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

WeatherMax+ ships an update every 3 weeks, SatelliteWx every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherMax+ | SatelliteWx |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathermax-plus/id547809867/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellitewx/id6775533807/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#200** | — |
| Size | 16 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chris Williams](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463315039) | [Satellite Weather LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775533809) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherMax+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathermax-plus/id547809867)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get precise, hyperlocal weather forecasts powered by the National Weather Service. Receive instant severe weather alerts, view detailed conditions, and plan your day with a beautiful, animated interface. Track multiple locations and access interactive radar maps.

**Highlights:** Hyperlocal grid-point forecasts, Severe weather push alerts, Animated weather backgrounds, Minute-by-minute precipitation radar, Interactive radar map, Air quality and pollen index, Multiple location support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WeatherMax+ Essential Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| WeatherMax+ Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| WeatherMax+ Essential Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| WeatherMax+ Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


### SatelliteWx

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellitewx/id6775533807)

Access live GOES satellite imagery, radar, lightning data, and severe weather overlays. Offers free access to all data with optional Pro features for enhanced resolution and advanced tools.

**Highlights:** Live GOES satellite imagery, Mosaic radar and lightning detection, Severe weather overlays, Advanced Pro tools, High-resolution local views, Animation loops, Drawing and measurement tools

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Satellite Weather Pro (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Satellite Weather  Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherMax+ free?

WeatherMax+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SatelliteWx free?

SatelliteWx is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WeatherMax+ or SatelliteWx?

SatelliteWx is rated higher. WeatherMax+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while SatelliteWx averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do WeatherMax+ or SatelliteWx have ads?

Neither WeatherMax+ nor SatelliteWx shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WeatherMax+ or SatelliteWx?

WeatherMax+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and SatelliteWx every 3 days. Most recently, WeatherMax+ was updated on October 9, 2026 and SatelliteWx on October 4, 2026.

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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.*