# GlobalAlert vs WindWise

The clearest difference is price: WindWise at Free against GlobalAlert's $0.99. WindWise also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). GlobalAlert's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

WindWise is free to download; GlobalAlert costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

WindWise holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GlobalAlert | WindWise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalalert-natural-disasters/id6474430633/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windwise/id6740798026/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 4 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adam Nawfal Zekkani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1777780960) | [久元 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/474536152) |

## What reviewers say

### GlobalAlert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalalert-natural-disasters/id6474430633)

Monitor global natural disasters and major events with real-time tracking and interactive maps. Receive local notifications for earthquakes, wildfires, storms, and more. Stay informed with detailed event pages and global overviews.

**Highlights:** Live earthquake tracking, Natural disaster monitoring, Interactive global map, Local notifications, Home Screen widgets, Apple Watch app, Tectonic plate boundaries

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### WindWise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windwise/id6740798026)

This application visualizes real-time wind speed and direction with a unique home screen widget. It offers detailed 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts for any location, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those curious about weather patterns.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind visualization widget, 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts, Global location support, Multiple location management, Customizable themes, Ideal for outdoor activities

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GlobalAlert free?

GlobalAlert costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is WindWise free?

WindWise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GlobalAlert or WindWise?

WindWise is rated higher. GlobalAlert averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while WindWise averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GlobalAlert or WindWise have ads?

Neither GlobalAlert nor WindWise shows ads.

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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.*