Comparison

Wind Compass vs PredictRain

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

Head to head
About

Wind Compass

Track and monitor wind and weather conditions with detailed forecasts. Get real-time wind speed, direction, temperature, and precipitation chances for any location. Customize your view with various backgrounds and overlays.

Highlights
  • Real-time wind speed and direction
  • Hourly and daily weather forecasts
  • Sunrise and sunset times
  • Temperature and 'feels like' readings
  • Customizable backgrounds and overlays
  • Wind speed units selection
  • North direction indicator
Features
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Introducing Wind Compass, the go-to app for tracking and monitoring wind & weather conditions. With Wind Compass, you can easily get the latest and most accurate weather updates for any location. Whether you’re planning an outdoor activity, checking the weather during a road trip, or simply curious about the conditions outside, Wind Compass is the perfect app to help you stay informed. So why wait? Download Wind Compass today and start getting the weather information you need, right at your fingertips. Wind Compass can answer important weather-related questions: - See what the current wind speed and direction is for your location or destination - View sunrise & sunset times so you can catch first light or the perfect sunset - Learn what the temperature feels like so you can plan for your day - Get the hourly & daily forecast to better plan for outings & travel Key Wind Condition Features - Get Wind Speed readings in Miles/hour, Kilometers/hour, Knots, Beaufort Wind Force, or Meters Per Second - Select Compass Magnetic Declination from True North or Magnetic North - Choose Temperature measurement from Fahrenheit or Celsius - Select the Arrow direction of the Wind Indicator from Blowing To or Coming From Top Weather Forecast Features - View the Current Temperature and check Estimated Highs and Lows - See Sunrise/Sunset times, plus the "First Light" and "Last light" times for the day (Also known as Nautical Twilight Start and End) - 24-Hour & 7-Day Forecast showing Time, Estimated Temperature, Estimated Wind Speed and Direction, and % Chance of Precipitation Custom Backgrounds - Choose from standard colored backgrounds - Add a map showing your current location - Select an overlay displaying your rear camera view - Pick a color gradient that automatically adjusts from warm to cool based on the temperature of where you are Wind Compass Pro Features - Save Multiple Locations - Daily Weather Forecasts - Remove Ads With Wind Compass, you can easily stay up-to-date on the weather conditions around you. As an added bonus, Wind Compass shows you which direction is North so if you are indoors or turned around, you can reorient yourself, as well as check the current wind direction. Thanks for using Wind Compass! Have questions or feedback? Email us at contact@maplemedia.io for fast & friendly support. Credits Weather Data Powered by Apple WeatherKit (https://weatherkit.apple.com/legal-attribution.html) Apple Weather and WeatherKit are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Subscription Terms: https://maplemedia.io/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://maplemedia.io/privacy/

About

PredictRain

Get ultra-precise rain forecasts with AI-powered predictions and real-time radar data. Receive instant alerts for incoming rain and plan your outdoor activities with confidence using accumulated rainfall data and historical trends.

Highlights
  • AI-powered 4-hour rain forecasts
  • Real-time rain radar
  • Instant rain alerts
  • Accumulated rainfall tracking
  • Multi-model forecast comparison
  • Lightning tracker
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Stay ahead of the rain with PredictRain, the world's most precise rain forecast app developed by the team behind PredictWind. Built for those who rely on accurate rain predictions, PredictRain combines advanced AI modeling and intuitive tools to support better decision-making. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals, PredictRain delivers rain forecasting that is reliable, efficient, and built for practical use. Why PredictRain? Pinpoint Accuracy: AI Rain delivers ultra-precise 4-hour forecasts, updated every 10 minutes and refined with real-time radar data for your exact location. Real-Time Alerts: Get instant notifications when rain is headed your way in the next hour, so you can adapt quickly and stay one step ahead. Smarter Planning: View accumulated rainfall over hours or days to better plan your activities and understand how wet the ground will be for your work or adventure. Proven Reliability: PredictRain combines eight global forecast models with localised radar to improve accuracy where it matters most. Key Features: AI Rain: AI-powered 4-hour rain forecasts with location-specific precision. Multi-Model Forecasts: Compare eight models for greater reliability. Rain Radar: Visualise real-time rain movement with customisable overlays. Satellite Imagery: Combine cloud cover and rainfall data for full context. Climate Data: Access historical rainfall trends for seasonal and location-based planning. Rain Alerts: Receive tailored, instant notifications based on incoming rainfall. Lightning Tracker: Monitor global lightning activity with real-time strike classification. Accumulated Rainfall: Track total expected rainfall over hours or days for better planning. Plan Smarter with PredictRain Whether you're preparing for fieldwork, travel, or outdoor events, PredictRain supports more informed decisions with localised rain forecasts, historical data, and real-time alerts. Use core features free. Upgrade to PredictRain Pro to unlock rain alerts, real-time radar, live observations, and support for multiple locations ($29 USD / year or free for users on a PredictWind Basic subscription and above.) Terms and conditions: ​https://www.predictwind.com/about-us/terms-and-conditions Privacy policy: ​https://www.predictwind.com/about-us/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Wind Compass4 screens
PredictRain4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PredictRain at none against Wind Compass's shown. PredictRain also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Wind Compass's advantage is ratings volume (23K vs 65) and chart position (#120 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Wind Compass sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.19 per month and PredictRain sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PredictRain holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wind Compass has 23K ratings behind it against 65, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Wind Compass's written reviews are positive against 71% of PredictRain's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, PredictRain every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Wind Compass versus PredictRain: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind CompassPredictRain
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (23K ratings)4.8 (65 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23K — better65
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#120 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB68 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCPredictWind Limited

Customer experience

Wind Compass

All ratings22,978 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews258 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral7.4%
Negative29.1%

PredictRain

All ratings65 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral6.2%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%

Bugs and requests

Wind Compass

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Compass feature not working properly
  • Delayed or inaccurate wind data updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to select location instead of using current location
  • Barometric pressure display
  • Apple Watch support
  • Historical wind data and trends

PredictRain

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Wind Compass

Subscriptions7
  • Wind Compass Pro MP Monthly$3.191 Month
  • Windcompass Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Wind Compass MP 20$10.491 Year
Show 4 more
  • Wind Compass MP 40$11.991 Year
  • Windcompass Pro Annual$12.991 Year
  • Wind Compass MP 601 Month trial$12.991 Year
  • Wind Compass Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$24.99
3 purchases

PredictRain

Subscriptions3
  • PredictRain Pro Monthly14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • PredictRain14 Days trial$12.003 Months
  • PredictRain Pro Annual14 Days trial$29.001 Year

Questions

Is Wind Compass free?
Wind Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PredictRain free?
PredictRain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wind Compass or PredictRain?
PredictRain is rated higher. Wind Compass averages 4.6 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while PredictRain averages 4.8 from 65 ratings.
Do Wind Compass or PredictRain have ads?
Wind Compass shows ads; PredictRain does not.
Which is updated more often, Wind Compass or PredictRain?
Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, and PredictRain every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wind Compass was updated on September 24, 2026 and PredictRain on September 22, 2026.

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