# Windygo vs StormLytics

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Windygo at 335 against StormLytics's 1. StormLytics's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Windygo sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and StormLytics sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

StormLytics holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windygo has 335 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windygo | StormLytics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (335 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windygo-wind-direction/id6476741938/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stormlytics/id6797370651/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **335** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | #196 |
| Size | 31 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adam Fahlman](https://appshunter.io/developer/974051920) | [Justin Perry](https://appshunter.io/developer/1535457328) |

## What reviewers say

### Windygo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windygo-wind-direction/id6476741938)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides detailed wind information and weather forecasts, crucial for outdoor activities like drone piloting and surfing. It offers a unique wind compass, customizable location settings, and Kp index readings. Users can choose between a free version with essential features or a Pro version for extended forecasts and unlimited saved locations.

**Highlights:** Wind compass pointing to wind direction, Kp Index for drone owners, Customizable location names, Home screen widgets, Multiple wind speed units (mph, km/h, mps, knots), 10-day forecast (Pro version)

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Windygo Wind Compass Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Windygo Wind Compass Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Windygo Wind Compass Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Windygo Lifetime 30% Off | $24.99 | one-time |
| Windygo Wind Compass Lifetime | $34.99 | one-time |


### StormLytics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stormlytics/id6797370651)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Understand weather impacts on your plans with detailed forecasts, radar, and official alerts. Explore advanced features like forecast changes, probability, and outcome ranges for deeper insights. Offers a clear, dark interface with no account required.

**Highlights:** Current conditions, radar, and forecasts, Official weather bulletins and alerts, Forecast changes and probabilities, Extended outlook and planning details, Storm, snow, marine, and event weather intelligence, Clear, dark interface

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StormLytics Plus Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| StormLytics Plus Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windygo free?

Windygo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is StormLytics free?

StormLytics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Windygo or StormLytics?

StormLytics is rated higher. Windygo averages 4.8 out of 5 from 335 ratings, while StormLytics averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Windygo or StormLytics have ads?

Neither Windygo nor StormLytics shows ads.

### Which is more popular, Windygo or StormLytics?

Windygo currently peaks at #167 in the App Store charts, and StormLytics at #196. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*