Comparison

Wind & Weather Meter vs Cyclono

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

Head to head
About

Wind & Weather Meter

This free app pairs with a WeatherFlow meter to capture and share hyper-local weather data. Get precise readings for wind speed, direction, temperature, humidity, and pressure, along with calculated values like wind chill and dew point. Share your detailed reports instantly via social media or popular weather services.

Highlights
  • Capture wind speed, direction, temperature, humidity, pressure
  • Calculate wind chill, heat index, dew point, air density
  • Share weather reports via social media and email
  • Post reports to online weather services
  • Works with WeatherFlow WINDmeter and WEATHERmeter
Features
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The Wind & Weather Meter app works with the WeatherFlow WINDmeter and the WeatherFlow WEATHERmeter -- available for purchase at retailers online and offline. When paired with a WeatherFlow meter, this free app allows you to take & share weather reports from your exact location. Capture highly accurate weather data, including wind speed (average, gust and lull), wind direction, air temperature, humidity and pressure. The app also give you values such as wind chill, heat index, apparent wind, crosswind, tailwind, dew point, air density and more. Add a description and instantly share your report via Twitter, Facebook, SMS, email and more. Weather reports captured from this app can be posted instantly to popular online weather services including iKitesurf, iWindsurf, SailFlow, WindAlert, and FishWeather.

About

Cyclono

Get accurate 48-hour wind forecasts for thousands of marine spots globally. Measure real wind speed using your smartphone's microphone and receive smart alerts for optimal conditions. Plan your next water sport adventure with detailed wind data.

Highlights
  • Real-time wind speed measurement via smartphone microphone
  • 48-hour accurate wind speed and direction forecast
  • Global map of thousands of marine and surf spots
  • Customizable wind strength alerts
  • Save favorite spots
  • Air temperature and weather conditions
Features
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Cyclono gives you accurate wind forecast for thousands of marine spots worldwide. Check wind speed, direction and temperature for the next 48 hours — and measure real wind speed on the spot using only your smartphone. Cyclono is designed for surfers, kiters, windsurfers, sailors and anyone who depends on reliable wind data. FEATURES Measure wind without a wind meter • Use your smartphone as a wind speed sensor • Point the phone’s microphone against the wind • Cyclono detects wind speed based on sound levels • No external devices required Accurate 48-hour wind forecast • Detailed wind speed and direction • Air temperature and weather conditions • High-precision global coverage for marine spots Global spot map • Thousands of wind and surf spots worldwide • Search, navigate and explore new locations • Request new spots if something is missing Favorites & smart wind alerts • Save your favorite spots • Get push notifications about strong wind • Set custom thresholds (e.g., only above 8 m/s) Plan your perfect session Whether you surf, sail or enjoy any wind-driven activity, Cyclono helps you be in the right place at the right time. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Cyclono offers two auto-renewing subscription options: $1.99 per month $13.99 per year These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before current period ends. You can go to your iTunes Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Read the terms and conditions here - https://ostasoft.com/wind/terms Read the privacy policy here - https://ostasoft.com/wind/policy

Screenshots

Wind & Weather Meter4 screens
Cyclono4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cyclono at 67% against Wind & Weather Meter's 26%. Cyclono also leads on rating (4.2 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (26 vs 7). Wind & Weather Meter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Cyclono sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Wind & Weather Meter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cyclono holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 26 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Wind & Weather Meter's written reviews are positive against 67% of Cyclono's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wind & Weather Meter ships an update every 3 months, Cyclono every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Wind & Weather Meter versus Cyclono: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind & Weather MeterCyclono
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (7 ratings)4.2 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.9% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings726 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeatherFlowIlya Ostashkov

Customer experience

Wind & Weather Meter

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive25.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative68.5%

Cyclono

All ratings26 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Wind & Weather Meter

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Cyclono

Subscriptions2
  • Cyclono - Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • Cyclono - Annual subscription$13.991 Year
One-time2
  • Cyclono - Add your spot$6.99
  • Cyclono Pro - Forever$33.99

Questions

Is Wind & Weather Meter free?
Wind & Weather Meter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cyclono free?
Cyclono is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wind & Weather Meter or Cyclono?
Cyclono is rated higher. Wind & Weather Meter averages 4.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Cyclono averages 4.2 from 26 ratings.
Do Wind & Weather Meter or Cyclono have ads?
Cyclono shows ads; Wind & Weather Meter does not.
Which is updated more often, Wind & Weather Meter or Cyclono?
Wind & Weather Meter ships an update every 3 months, and Cyclono every 2 months. Most recently, Wind & Weather Meter was updated on October 26, 2026 and Cyclono on October 26, 2026.

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