# Check the Weather vs PWS Console

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PWS Console at 100% against Check the Weather's 64%. PWS Console also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Check the Weather's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Check the Weather sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PWS Console sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PWS Console holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Check the Weather's written reviews are positive against 100% of PWS Console's.

Check the Weather ships an update every 5 weeks, PWS Console every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Check the Weather | PWS Console |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/check-the-weather/id557872119/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pws-console/id6808379047/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 12 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **18.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cross Forward Consulting, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/295660206) | [Chris Branson](https://appshunter.io/developer/6808379049) |

## What reviewers say

### Check the Weather

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/check-the-weather/id557872119)

Get fast, clear, and beautiful weather data with a streamlined interface. Access current conditions, alerts, hourly and extended forecasts, and a live doppler radar map with short-term precipitation predictions for US users.

**Highlights:** Fast and clear weather data, Streamlined dashboard interface, Up-to-the-minute accuracy, Current conditions display, Hazardous weather alerts, Hourly and extended forecasts, Live doppler weather radar map (US)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |


### PWS Console

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pws-console/id6808379047)

This app consolidates weather information from various sources into a clear and intuitive interface. It offers current conditions, detailed forecasts, interactive radar, and the option to integrate personal weather station data for a comprehensive view.

**Highlights:** Current conditions and detailed forecasts, Interactive weather radar, Personal weather station integration, Visual trend presentations, Apple Watch support, Widgets and complications

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Contribution | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Contribution | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Contribution | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Check the Weather free?

Check the Weather is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PWS Console free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Check the Weather or PWS Console?

PWS Console is rated higher. Check the Weather averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while PWS Console averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Check the Weather or PWS Console have ads?

Neither Check the Weather nor PWS Console shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Check the Weather or PWS Console?

Check the Weather ships an update every 5 weeks, and PWS Console every 2 days. Most recently, Check the Weather was updated on November 10, 2026 and PWS Console on November 6, 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.*