# WeatherMax+ vs WeatherExt

The clearest difference is rating: WeatherExt at 5.0 against WeatherMax+'s 4.5. WeatherExt also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 78%). WeatherMax+'s advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). 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 WeatherExt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WeatherExt holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of WeatherMax+'s written reviews are positive against 100% of WeatherExt's.

WeatherMax+ ships an update every 3 weeks, WeatherExt daily. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherMax+ | WeatherExt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weathermax-plus/id547809867/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherext/id6811691141/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chris Williams](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463315039) | [Tim Leland](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778057654) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherMax+

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

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 |


### WeatherExt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherext/id6811691141)

Visualize current weather conditions with animated skies and detailed hourly and daily forecasts. Explore interactive radar maps and save multiple locations. An optional subscription offers advanced features like tide times and weather alerts.

**Highlights:** Animated weather visualizations, Hourly and 7-day forecasts, Interactive radar map, Saved locations and widgets, Apple Watch companion app, Optional Pro subscription

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WeatherExt Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| WeatherExt Pro Yearly | $32.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherMax+ free?

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

### Is WeatherExt free?

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

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

WeatherExt is rated higher. WeatherMax+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while WeatherExt averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do WeatherMax+ or WeatherExt have ads?

Neither WeatherMax+ nor WeatherExt shows ads.

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

WeatherMax+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and WeatherExt daily. Most recently, WeatherMax+ was updated on October 23, 2026 and WeatherExt on October 24, 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.*