Comparison

Mountain vs BassTactics

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

About

BassTactics

Features
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Find Bass Fast, Use The Right Lure, In The Right Place Bass Tactics is the ultimate companion for largemouth bass anglers who want to maximize their time on the water. Using advanced weather analysis and expert fishing knowledge, this app delivers custom recommendations for exactly where to fish on your lake, what lures to throw, and how to present them based on current conditions. Stop Guessing, Start Catching Whether you're facing challenging high-pressure systems, unpredictable wind shifts, or seasonal transitions, Bass Tactics analyzes how weather affects bass behavior at your specific location and time. Turn meteorological data and big catch data into actionable fishing strategies that get you more bites. Key Features: • Precise Fishing Locations: Know exactly where bass are likely holding based on current weather patterns – which structures, which sides of the lake, and at what depth • Tactical Lure Recommendation: Get expert recommendations on the most effective lures and presentations for the conditions at your lake, at the exact time you're fishing • Retrieval Techniques: Learn the optimal speed, cadence, and action to trigger strikes in any conditions. Cracking the science code of bass behaviour • Weather Impact Analysis: Understand how temperature, pressure, wind, and other factors are affecting bass metabolism and behavior right now at your lake. Gain more knowledge every time • Custom Lake-Specific Advice: Save your favorite fishing spots and get tailored recommendations for each location • Weather Notifications: Like fishing in specific conditions? Set custom notifications for when your ideal conditions are forecast • Safety Alerts: Receive UV index warnings and lightning alerts to keep you safe on the water • Weather Trends: Track recent weather patterns to understand how conditions are changing and affecting bass activity. That's right, its a Bass Weather App too! BassTactics combines cutting-edge weather data, big data, and bass science to eliminate guesswork, reduce unsuccessful trips, and help you locate, and catch, active fish faster. Let the app do the analysis while you focus on the water. Download today and start catching more bass! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Mountain4 screens
BassTactics3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BassTactics at none against Mountain's shown. BassTactics also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). Mountain's advantage is chart position (#71 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

Both are free to download. Mountain sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and BassTactics sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mountain ships an update every 2 months, BassTactics every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Mountain versus BassTactics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMountainBassTactics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (832 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings832 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#71 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeteo365 Ltd.Atrus Ltd

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

BassTactics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mountain

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Service (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Premium Service (Yearly)$24.991 Year
1 purchases

BassTactics

Subscriptions1
  • Bass Tactics Plus$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Mountain free?
Mountain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BassTactics free?
BassTactics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mountain or BassTactics have ads?
Mountain shows ads; BassTactics does not.
Which is updated more often, Mountain or BassTactics?
Mountain ships an update every 2 months, and BassTactics every 4 days. Most recently, Mountain was updated on October 30, 2026 and BassTactics on October 25, 2026.

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