Mountain vs Cloud Point
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mountain
Provides detailed weather forecasts for over 11,000 mountain summits globally. Offers hourly and long-range predictions, multi-elevation weather data, and offline map access for planning outdoor adventures.
- Free 6-day forecasts
- Weather at multiple elevations
- Hour-by-hour weather detail
- Offline maps and forecasts
- Detailed topographic and satellite mapping
- Import GPX routes
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For over 20 years, Mountain-Forecast.com has been the go-to weather service for mountain enthusiasts, offering reliable forecasts for more than 11,000 summits worldwide. From Mount Rainier to Mount Fuji, climbers, skiers, snowboarders, mountain bikers, and hikers count on our accurate mountain forecasts to plan everything from casual day trips to major expeditions. Why choose the Mountain Forecast App? - Weather at multiple elevations - Long-range 16-day forecasts* - Hour-by-hour weather detail - Four forecast updates per day - Detailed topographic and satellite mapping - NEW: offline maps and forecasts* - Import GPX routes *MountainPro features, available to subscribers (who also offer ad-free web browsing of the mountain-forecast.com website) Offline Access: Download forecasts and topographic maps without an internet connection so you’re always prepared. “A must-have app for anyone who spends time in the mountains. The forecasts for different elevations are critical for both planning and when I’m out climbing. The best mountain weather app out there!” Leigh Strong (USA) Please remember that mountain weather is unpredictable; always combine our forecasts with your on-the-spot observations and other sources. Venture safely with Mountain-Forecast.com as your essential mountain weather guide. -- Terms of use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Cloud Point
Identify cloud types instantly by taking a photo. Learn about weather patterns, capture stunning sky photography, and connect with a global community of sky enthusiasts. Turn everyday moments into mindful sky-watching experiences.
- Instant cloud identification via photo
- Sky and cloud photography
- Learn about cloud types and weather
- Join a cloud-spotting community
- Document atmospheric moments
- Mindful sky-watching experiences
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Discover the beauty of cloud spotting, sky photography, and cloud identification with Cloud Point - the app for learning, capturing, and sharing the skies above you. Clouds are constantly changing, shaped by weather, light, and time. With Cloud Point, you can identify different cloud types, understand how they form, and connect with a community that loves looking up just as much as you do. What you can do with Cloud Point --> Identify clouds instantly Take a photo and learn whether you’re looking at cirrus, cumulus, cumulonimbus, or rarer cloud formations. --> Capture the sky Use Cloud Point to photograph clouds and document fleeting moments in the atmosphere. --> Learn as you observe Explore clear explanations about cloud types, weather patterns, and atmospheric science. --> Join a cloud-spotting community Share your photos, see what others are spotting, and compare observations from around the world. --> Slow down and look up Turn everyday moments into mindful sky-watching experiences. Cloud Point is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, weather enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about the sky. Whether you’re new to cloud watching or already know your altocumulus from your stratocumulus, there’s always something new to discover. When you look up, you’re seeing the same skies humans have watched for thousands of years. Clouds are temporary, unpredictable, and endlessly fascinating - that’s what makes them special. Pause. Observe. Learn. Share. Cloud Point is your guide to understanding and appreciating the sky. Download Cloud Point today and start identifying clouds for free. Terms of Use: https://www.laurence-wayne.com/apps/cloud-point/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://www.laurence-wayne.com/apps/cloud-point/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Cloud Point at fortnightly against Mountain's every 2 months. Mountain's advantage is ratings volume (707 vs 44) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Mountain sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Cloud Point sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Mountain holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mountain has 707 ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Mountain's written reviews are positive against 67% of Cloud Point's.
Mountain ships an update every 2 months, Cloud Point fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.
| Parameter | Mountain | Cloud Point |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (707 ratings) — better | 4.7 (44 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 73.8% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 707 — better | 44 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #67 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 128 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Meteo365 Ltd. | Laurence Wayne |
Customer experience
Mountain
Cloud Point
Bugs and requests
Mountain
Reported bugs
7 issues- App crashes after 4 seconds of use
- Forecast table data misalignment (temperature shows with wrong icons)
- Password reset not accepting new passwords
- Freezing level data appears in humidity column
- 12-day forecast non-functional at mid-low elevations
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- Minimum temperature missing from recent update
- Graph data not lining up with forecast information
Requested features
6 requests- Imperial and metric unit switching
- GPS track recording capability
- Past weather data/history viewing
- Better search functionality for minor peaks and ridges
- Restore minimum temperature display
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- 12-day forecast for all elevation settings
Cloud Point
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Mountain
- Premium Service (Monthly)$3.991 Month
- Premium Service (Yearly)$24.991 Year
Cloud Point
- Premium Subscription$2.991 Month
- Yearly Premium Subscription7 Days trial$24.991 Year









