Comparison

Mountainwatch vs Perisher Ski

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

Head to head
About

Mountainwatch

Stay informed about snow conditions, forecasts, and news for Australian and New Zealand ski resorts. Get daily reports, live weather, and resort updates to plan your next snow adventure.

Highlights
  • 7-day snow & weather forecasts
  • Live snow cams
  • Daily snow reports
  • Live on-mountain weather
  • Resort conditions
  • Snow alerts
  • Snow news
Features
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Australia and New Zealand’s number 1 Snow app It's time to freshen up your skis or boards, grab a mate and head to the snow. The Mountainwatch Snow Report & Forecast App is all you need to stay on point for all snow conditions, snow forecasts and snow news. The app features include: • 7-day snow & weather forecasts • Live Snow cams • Daily Snow Reports • Live on-mountain weather • Resort conditions including roads and lift status • Snow Alerts • Resort Information • Snow News Enjoy the season! www.mountainwatch.com

About

Perisher Ski

Navigate Australia's largest ski resort with smart maps, audio directions, and real-time lift status. Track your performance, get weather forecasts, and stay connected with friends on the slopes. Includes offline access and an emergency SOS button for safety.

Highlights
  • Smart trail maps
  • Audio navigation
  • Real-time lift status
  • Performance tracking
  • Offline mode
  • Weather forecasts
  • Friend location sharing
Features
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Perisher Ski – your ultimate guide to Australia’s largest ski resort. Ski smarter across Perisher’s vast alpine terrain with smart trail maps, voice navigation, real-time lift status, weather forecasts, and offline access. Track your speed, distance, and heart rate — whether you're cruising groomers or exploring the back bowls. No more wrong turns or frustrating dead-ends — ski with confidence! No matter your level, Perisher Ski has your back — guiding you through every run, avoiding challenging terrain, and keeping track of your best days on snow. For Beginners: — Easy Trail Guidance Stay on trails that match your level — no more wrong turns onto advanced slopes. — Audio Navigation on the Slopes Get clear, turn-by-turn directions via AirPods, Apple Watch, or iPhone. — Offline Mode No reception? No worries. The app works without internet across Perisher Valley, Smiggin Holes, Blue Cow, and Guthega. For Pros: — Performance Tracking Monitor your top speed, ski time, distance, and heart rate in real-time. — Live Lift & Trail Status Know what runs are open and which lifts are spinning across all four resort areas. — Detailed Resort Maps Navigate Perisher’s massive ski area like a local — including hidden lines and scenic routes. For Everyone: — Discover More From lodges to cafes and restrooms — with directions via ski trails. — Accurate Snow & Weather Forecasts Stay ahead of storms with reliable 7-day Perisher snow and weather outlooks. — Travel Conditions Get live road and traffic updates for the drive to Perisher. — Emergency SOS Button Instant access to ski patrol — when every second matters. — Friend Location Sharing See where your friends are on the slopes — and navigate right to them. — Favorite Spots Mark your hotel, parking, or any key location — and navigate to it anytime. Made for the Mountains – Full Apple Integration: Seamless support for Apple Watch, AirPods, and iPhone. Uses HealthKit to track your skiing metrics — all data stays private on your device. Note: The app includes audio trail navigation, performance tracking, and quick-call safety features. Compatible with Apple Watch, AirPods/EarPods, and iPhone. GPS usage in the background may impact battery life. The app uses HealthKit for your heart-rate and calories information during the ski/snowboard training in order to show that information on your screen and your history section, but we do NOT collect your personal health data for any other purposes and do NOT store personal health data outside of your device.

Screenshots

Mountainwatch4 screens
Perisher Ski4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Mountainwatch at ad-supported against Perisher Ski's paid. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mountainwatch ships an update every 2 months, Perisher Ski every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Mountainwatch versus Perisher Ski: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMountainwatchPerisher Ski
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLiquid Snow ToursDmytro Shaniuk

In-app purchases

None

Mountainwatch

No in-app purchases

None

Perisher Ski

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mountainwatch free?
Mountainwatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Perisher Ski free?
Perisher Ski is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mountainwatch or Perisher Ski have ads?
Neither Mountainwatch nor Perisher Ski shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mountainwatch or Perisher Ski?
Mountainwatch ships an update every 2 months, and Perisher Ski every 3 months. Most recently, Mountainwatch was updated on September 18, 2026 and Perisher Ski on September 7, 2026.

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