Comparison

Weather Mate Pro vs Cloud Identifier

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

Head to head
About

Weather Mate Pro

This app provides hyperlocal, accurate weather forecasts and alerts using data from personal weather stations and official sources. It offers detailed hourly and daily predictions, interactive radar maps, and historical climate data for planning.

Highlights
  • Hyperlocal weather data from personal stations
  • 15-day hourly and daily forecasts
  • Interactive radar and satellite maps
  • Severe weather alerts and notifications
  • Detailed weather history
  • Travel planner with climate summaries
  • Air quality data and health recommendations
Features
Currently charting
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Meet Weather Mate. The most hyperlocal, accurate and beautiful weather app on the app store. It combines cutting edge weather forecasting with beautifully crafted UI design to deliver the most accurate climate information suitable for both basic and advanced users. What differentiates Weather Mate from the crowd of other weather apps on the app store? LOCAL, LOCAL, HYPERLOCAL Weather Mate uses weather data from the industry leader Weather Underground & The Weather Channel to guarantee that you get the most accurate & reliable weather forecast. But that's not all. Weather Mate uses the network of 250,000+ PERSONAL WEATHER STATIONS in addition to the Automated Surface Observation System (ASOS) stations located at airports around the globe to provide the most localized weather data. You have the option to choose the weather station which is closest to your home or work. FEATURES • Current weather conditions from the local weather station • 15-Day daily forecast containing textual summary for the day & night • Hourly forecast for each hour of the next 15 days containing detailed weather information at each interval • Weather widget for the lock screen notification center • Apple Watch app with customizable complications • Choose the Personal or Airport weather station which is closest to your desired area, to get the most localized weather data. Or you can use Composite weather station, which incorporates aggregated weather data from the network of nearby weather stations in addition to geography and elevation to derive accurate current conditions for any location. • Live Interactive Radar & Satellite, to go with 20+ other Map Layers. • Severe Weather Alerts Notifications to keep you ahead of bad weather coming your way • Push temperature alerts right on your home screen icon's badge. Stay updated about the weather even when not running the app! • Detailed Weather History dating back to several decades for any worldwide location. • Travel Planner feature to assist you plan your trip to any location based on its historical climate summary between any specified dates • Detailed Air Quality data including current, hourly / daily forecast, & historical readings. Also view Pollutant concentrations & Health recommendations • Weather Almanac feature: View daily & monthly weather almanac for any location • NWS Area Forecast Discussion feature (USA Only) • Weather Radio feature: Listen to live NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio for USA / Canadian locations • World clock showing the local time for each of your chosen locations • Share your weather screen with friends APPLE WATCH Comprehensive Apple Watch app, notifications & colorful complications for your watch face. Fast complications updates to always keep your watch face current. Option to customize your complications to any weather parameters of your preference. DETAILED WEATHER INFO • Current Temperature / Feels Like Temperature • Today's High & Low Temperatures • Weather Description / Icon • Wind Speed, Gust and Direction • Chance of Precipitation • Precipitation Rate, Today's Precipitation Accumulation • Rain Accumulation (Last 1, 6 & 24 Hours) • Snow Accumulation (Last 1, 6 & 24 Hours) • Visibility • Humidity • Barometric Pressure • Cloud Cover • Wind Chill • Heat Index • Dew Point • UV Index • Sunrise Time • Sunset Time • Moonrise Time • Moonset Time • Moon Age • Moon Illumination • Moon Phase INTERACTIVE WEATHER MAP LAYERS • Animated Radar including Past & Future modes • Animated Satellite including Past & Future modes • Storm Tracks • Weather Fronts • Windstream • Animated Dew Point • Animated Temperature • Animated Wind Speed • Animated UV Index • Severe Weather Alerts • Weather Stations • Active Fires (with Smoke Cover) • Hurricanes • Sea / Oceans Surface Temperature • Webcams • Lightning • Earthquakes Support: support@weathermate.net Privacy: www.weathermate.net/privacy-policy EULA: https://www.weathermate.net/terms-of-use/ We never sell your location data to anyone

About

Cloud Identifier

Instantly identify cloud types by taking a photo. Get detailed information on formations, weather implications, and confidence scores. Log your sky observations and learn about atmospheric science.

Highlights
  • Instant cloud detection via photo
  • AI-powered identification with confidence scores
  • Weather implications of cloud types
  • Scan history and personal sky log
  • Simple, distraction-free interface
  • Educational insights into sky science
Features
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Cloud Scanner – AI Identifier Snap. Identify. Stay Curious. Discover the skies with Cloud Identifier—your intelligent AI-powered tool for identifying cloud types instantly. Whether you're gazing out your window or exploring the outdoors, simply take a photo and let Cloud Identifier analyze and identify the cloud formation above you. Key Features Instant Cloud Detection Capture a photo or choose one from your gallery—Cloud Identifier instantly analyzes it and tells you what type of cloud it is. AI-Powered Confidence & Detail Get identification confidence scores, weather implications, and learn about common traits of each cloud type. Scan History & Personal Sky Log Keep track of past identifications in your own sky-watching log—perfect for nature lovers, students, and hobbyists. Simple, Focused Interface Designed to be clean and distraction-free. Just open, snap, and learn—no clutter, just insight. Upgrade for Unlimited Scans Use one free scan per day, or upgrade to Pro to unlock unlimited scans, more cloud types, and priority updates. Educational, Not Advisory Cloud Identifier is for educational use. For weather emergencies or safety advice, consult official sources. Why Choose Cloud Identifier? Fast & Accurate: Trained AI identifies clouds reliably and quickly Knowledge-Packed: Learn about cloud types, weather clues, and sky science Fun & Insightful: Explore the sky with a new perspective Download Cloud Identifier now and bring the science of clouds to your fingertips. Disclaimer: Cloud Identifier is for informational use only and is not a replacement for official weather forecasting or safety alerts. Note: Unlimited Cloud Identifications require a Premium Upgrade, which can be managed or cancelled at any time via your Apple ID Settings. Free trial available to all users. Privacy Policy: https://angelapplications.co.uk/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://angelapplications.co.uk/terms-of-use/ Terms of Use (Apple): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Weather Mate Pro4 screens
Cloud Identifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cloud Identifier at Free against Weather Mate Pro's $7.99. Cloud Identifier also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Weather Mate Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (6.2K vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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

Cloud Identifier is free to download; Weather Mate Pro costs $7.99 up front. Weather Mate Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Cloud Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cloud Identifier holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weather Mate Pro has 6.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Weather Mate Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, Cloud Identifier every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Weather Mate Pro versus Cloud Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWeather Mate ProCloud Identifier
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (6.2K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.2K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#36 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDylogicApps Pvt LtdAngel App Publishing Ltd.

Customer experience

Weather Mate Pro

All ratings6,152 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews666 reviews
Positive83.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative11.7%

Cloud Identifier

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Weather Mate Pro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Apple Watch app crashes
  • Weather data not updating properly
  • Incorrect weather information displayed
  • Radar map not showing all weather layers

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add tide information
  • Improve Apple Watch complications
  • Provide more weather station options
  • Enhance radar animation and future forecasting
  • Implement dark mode option
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  • Add more customization options

Cloud Identifier

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Weather Mate Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Extra Weather Sources, Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Extra Weather Sources, Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Extra Weather Sources,Lifetime$24.99
2 purchases

Cloud Identifier

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • One Time Upgrade$19.99

Questions

Is Weather Mate Pro free?
Weather Mate Pro costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Cloud Identifier free?
Cloud Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Weather Mate Pro or Cloud Identifier?
Cloud Identifier is rated higher. Weather Mate Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.2K ratings, while Cloud Identifier averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Weather Mate Pro or Cloud Identifier have ads?
Neither Weather Mate Pro nor Cloud Identifier shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Weather Mate Pro or Cloud Identifier?
Weather Mate Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, and Cloud Identifier every 8 months. Most recently, Weather Mate Pro was updated on November 11, 2026 and Cloud Identifier on November 5, 2026.

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