Comparison

MeteoFocus vs Arc

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

Head to head
About

MeteoFocus

Features
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MeteoFocus gives operational teams and decision makers mobile access to forecasts, weather warnings, and meteorological assessments tailored to their specific area of operation. As the mobile extension of the MeteoFocus online platform, the app provides fast access to weather information for day-to-day operational planning and decision-making. Our app is designed for weather-sensitive operations across a wide range of industries, such as: public sector, transport, aviation, agriculture and energy. MeteoFocus helps organisations anticipate changing conditionsand respond efficiently when it matters most. Tailored to your operations Every customer receives an individually configured setup based on their locations, operational requirements and service package. MeteoFocus combines forecasts from our METIS forecasting engine with the expertise of our licensed in-house meteorologists, providing weather reports and risk assessments tailored to your specific area of operation. Key features • Weather reports and risk assessments written by professional meteorologists • Operational forecasts up to 8 days • Forecasts for individually defined locations and areas of operation • Weather warnings Detailed forecasts for the coming hours and days are presented in a clear and easy-to-read format for quick assessment in the office and in the field. MeteoFocus is exclusively available to customers of Weather Solutions NL B.V.. As part of our B2B weather service, each account is individually configured to ensure that forecasts, warnings and meteorological assessments are relevant to your operations. For more information about MeteoFocus and our weather services, please visit www.meteofocus.com or contact info@weathersolutions.eu.

About

Arc

Features
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See rain, temperature and wind together, with a visual forecast you can explore. Arc gives the forecast a shape you can follow. Clouds, temperature and wind move together across one fluid timeline, making the changing day clear at a glance. Hyperlocal forecasts powered by Apple Weather, presented in clear, interactive charts. An atmospheric view brings current conditions to life, with a concise summary of the weather. Explore the days ahead or uncover the details of any hour, right from the chart. Pro adds radar with an interactive timeline, unlimited locations, more frequent updates and weather alerts, plus Home Screen widgets and an Apple Watch experience built around the same visual forecast. Radar coverage varies by region. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MeteoFocus4 screens
Arc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MeteoFocus at none against Arc's 3. MeteoFocus also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Arc's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ads 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. Arc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MeteoFocus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MeteoFocus ships an update monthly, Arc every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
MeteoFocus versus Arc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMeteoFocusArc
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeather Solutions B.V.Marios Pentelas

In-app purchases

None

MeteoFocus

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Arc

Subscriptions3
  • Meteogram Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro$19.991 Year
  • Meteogram Yearly$23.991 Year

Questions

Is MeteoFocus free?
MeteoFocus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arc free?
Arc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MeteoFocus or Arc have ads?
Neither MeteoFocus nor Arc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MeteoFocus or Arc?
MeteoFocus ships an update monthly, and Arc every 2 weeks. Most recently, MeteoFocus was updated on November 4, 2026 and Arc on October 31, 2026.

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