# Global vs GlobalCast

Global and GlobalCast both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 59% of Global's written reviews are positive against 50% of GlobalCast's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Global sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per year and GlobalCast sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Global against 4.5 for GlobalCast. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 51 and 39 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Global's written reviews are positive against 50% of GlobalCast's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Global | GlobalCast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-weather/id639323743/reviews) | **[4.5 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalcast/id662106651/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **51** | 39 |
| Positive reviews | **58.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Best Search Infobrokerage, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/417401890) | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) |

## What reviewers say

### Global

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-weather/id639323743)

Get instant weather forecasts by tapping anywhere on a world map. Customize your screen with personal photos and explore global cloud formations from space. Search for cities and airports worldwide, and view both analog and digital clocks.

**Highlights:** Tap map for instant forecasts, Customizable personal screens, Global cloud formation view, City and airport search, Analog and digital world clock, GPS privacy protection

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extended Forecast | $1.49 | per year |
| GLOBAL WEATHER No Ads | $1.99 | per year |


### GlobalCast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalcast/id662106651)

Get current weather conditions and forecasts for any location worldwide. View hourly and daily predictions, plus near real-time satellite imagery. Save up to eight favorite towns for quick access.

**Highlights:** Worldwide weather forecasts, Hourly and daily predictions, Real-time satellite views, Animated wide-area satellite imagery, Save up to eight locations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Global free?

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

### Is GlobalCast free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Global or GlobalCast?

GlobalCast is rated higher. Global averages 4.4 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while GlobalCast averages 4.5 from 39 ratings.

### Do Global or GlobalCast have ads?

Both Global and GlobalCast show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Global or GlobalCast?

Global ships an update every 3 months, and GlobalCast every 3 months. Most recently, Global was updated on November 10, 2026 and GlobalCast 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.*