# GlobalCast vs Windy.com

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Windy.com at 89% against GlobalCast's 50%. Windy.com also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (79K vs 39). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GlobalCast sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Windy.com sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Windy.com holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windy.com has 79K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of GlobalCast's written reviews are positive against 89% of Windy.com's.

GlobalCast ships an update every 3 months, Windy.com every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GlobalCast | Windy.com |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalcast/id662106651/reviews) | **[4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **79K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#4** |
| Size | 87 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) | [Windyty, SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161387261) |

## What reviewers say

### GlobalCast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalcast/id662106651)

Get current weather conditions and forecasts for any location worldwide. View hourly and daily predictions, plus near real-time satellite imagery. Save up to eight favorite towns for quick access.

**Highlights:** Worldwide weather forecasts, Hourly and daily predictions, Real-time satellite views, Animated wide-area satellite imagery, Save up to eight locations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### Windy.com

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262)

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Free · Weather, #12 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

**Highlights:** Live weather radar & satellite, Over 50 weather maps, 15+ weather models, Hurricane tracker, Customizable weather alerts, Aviation-specific forecasts, Air quality index

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate 3 EUR/USD a month | $2.99 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Donate 6 EUR/USD a month | $5.49 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Donate approx 5 EUR/USD | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 10 EUR/USD | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 20 EUR/USD | $19.99 | one-time |
| Windy Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 50  EUR/USD | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌊 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌍 Comprehensive global coverage
- 🔍 Detailed weather data and models
- 🛥️ Useful for marine/sailing activities
- 🛫 Valuable for aviation planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Overwhelming number of features and options
- 🔍 Small text and cluttered interface on mobile
- 🤖 Occasional app crashes or stability issues
- 💰 Paywall for some advanced features
- 🌐 Lack of offline functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Map dragging issues on newer iPhone models
- Inconsistent temperature display units
- Premium features not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add weather front data on isobar charts
- Improve font size and layout for better readability
- Provide option to hide webcams or certain layers
- Implement weather warning notifications
- Add support for Apple Watch and other wearables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GlobalCast free?

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

### Is Windy.com free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GlobalCast or Windy.com?

Windy.com is rated higher. GlobalCast averages 4.5 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Windy.com averages 4.8 from 79K ratings.

### Do GlobalCast or Windy.com have ads?

GlobalCast shows ads; Windy.com does not.

### Which is updated more often, GlobalCast or Windy.com?

GlobalCast ships an update every 3 months, and Windy.com every 3 weeks. Most recently, GlobalCast was updated on September 18, 2026 and Windy.com on September 29, 2026.

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