Comparison

MetLog vs Element

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

Head to head
About

MetLog

Features
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METLOG by agCOMMANDER is a simple application that will download data from weather stations for analysis. Daily minimum and maximum temperatures and humidities and are stored as are daily rainfall and evaporation totals (if available). A large number of charts and tabular reports can be generated from those stored values. In addition, weather data (and soil moisture probe, dendrometer and other sensor data if available) can be used to generate charts for any time interval from the current day up to 1 year. MetLog currently interfaces with the following logger types for both Daily Weather Records and all associated reports and for the “All Sensors” charting module: Adcon METOS Ranch Lattech Progres Weatherlink (Davis)

About

Element

Experience weather like never before with a visually powerful and simple forecast. This app provides hyper-local, high-definition radar, detailed 24-hour and 7-day predictions, and customizable alerts for everything from light rain to severe storms and wildfires. Stay confidently ahead of any weather headed your way.

Highlights
  • High-definition radar with 24-hour storm predictions
  • Hyper-local 24-hour and 7-day forecasts
  • AI-powered hurricane path tracking
  • Customizable weather alerts
  • Selectable forecast elements (temperature, air quality, etc.)
  • Lock and Home Screen widgets
  • Live wildfire tracking and smoke visualization
Features
Currently charting
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Introducing Element – a new way to experience the forecast. Built around what you care about, not what an app decides to show you. From light rain to severe storms, see the weather in a visual experience you design yourself. Element's proprietary weather engine draws from multiple trusted sources – NOAA, National Weather Service, and more – delivering hyper-local, up-to-the-minute high-definition radar and forecasts you can rely on. Pick your data. Build your layout. Track only what matters to you – and stay confidently ahead of anything headed your way. CUSTOMIZABLE FORECASTS Build your forecast around what matters to you. Choose from simple glanceable views to deep, layered dashboards – infinite combinations across layouts, data types, and detail levels. No clutter, no compromise. - Temperature & Feels Like - Precipitation Chance & Amount - Air Quality - Wind Speed & Gusts - UV Index - Pressure - Sunrise & Sunset Times - Moon Phases - Humidity & Dew Point - Cloud Cover - Visibility - Hurricanes & Tropical Systems - Wildfires & Smoke - Tides RADAR IN HIGH DEFINITION Track weather across a full range of layers – precipitation, wind, air quality, humidity, pressure, and more – in high-definition radar that moves as naturally as the elements themselves. Up to 24-hour storm predictions, so you always know what's coming and when. HYPER-LOCAL, ALL-WEATHER FORECASTS Element's advanced forecast engine delivers precise forecasts for your exact location. Track daily conditions and severe weather with detailed 24-hour and 7-day predictions – from your morning commute to approaching hurricanes – with unmatched accuracy. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS From light rain to Category 5 hurricanes, Element keeps you informed with timely, precise alerts powered by trusted sources – so you only get the updates that matter, when they matter most. LOCK & HOME SCREEN WIDGETS Glanceable, live weather where you need it most. Element's Lock and Home Screen widgets deliver real-time updates right on your iPhone – so you're always prepared at a glance. WILDFIRE & SMOKE TRACKING See wildfires live on the map. Element layers active fire zones and drifting smoke so you get a real-time view of spread and air quality impact. Track multiple fires and set critical alerts as conditions change. LIVE PRECIPITATION Follow precipitation without opening the app. See real-time rain and snow updates on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island – showing exactly when precipitation will start, ease, or stop, minute by minute. Element transforms weather into a visual experience as natural as checking the sky – whether you're planning your day, scheduling adventures, or exploring new places. Element is free to download. Premium features require a subscription or one-time purchase. Subscriptions include a free seven-day trial and can be cancelled anytime via Apple Support. Terms of Service: https://www.elementweather.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://www.elementweather.com/privacy

Screenshots

MetLog4 screens
Element4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MetLog at none against Element's 19. MetLog also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Element's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and chart position (#161 vs unranked). On price 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. Element sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.95 per month. MetLog asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MetLog ships an update every 2 months, Element every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
MetLog versus Element: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetLogElement
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—24.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#161 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB482 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFTI (1997) Pty LtdETCETERA WEATHER, LLC

Bugs and requests

MetLog

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Element

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Failing to connect to servers
  • Incorrect location data
  • Delayed delivery of weather updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Expand coverage to more countries
  • Add customizable weather alerts
  • Improve route-based forecasting
  • Introduce a more affordable pricing model

In-app purchases

None

MetLog

No in-app purchases

15 purchases

Element

Subscriptions14
  • Monthly subscription7 Days trial$4.951 Month
  • Monthly subscription$4.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription7 Days trial4 variants$4.991 Month
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  • Monthly subscription7 Days trial$5.001 Month
  • Element Family Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Element Premium Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Element Premium Yearly$35.001 Year
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial2 variants$39.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$44.951 Year
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$45.001 Year
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Element Family Premium7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Element Lifetime Subscription$79.99

Questions

Is MetLog free?
MetLog is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Element free?
Element is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MetLog or Element have ads?
Element shows ads; MetLog does not.
Which is updated more often, MetLog or Element?
MetLog ships an update every 2 months, and Element every 2 weeks. Most recently, MetLog was updated on October 20, 2026 and Element on October 23, 2026.

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