Comparison

Wind Compass vs BassTactics

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

BassTactics

Features
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Find Bass Fast, Use The Right Lure, In The Right Place Bass Tactics is the ultimate companion for largemouth bass anglers who want to maximize their time on the water. Using advanced weather analysis and expert fishing knowledge, this app delivers custom recommendations for exactly where to fish on your lake, what lures to throw, and how to present them based on current conditions. Stop Guessing, Start Catching Whether you're facing challenging high-pressure systems, unpredictable wind shifts, or seasonal transitions, Bass Tactics analyzes how weather affects bass behavior at your specific location and time. Turn meteorological data and big catch data into actionable fishing strategies that get you more bites. Key Features: • Precise Fishing Locations: Know exactly where bass are likely holding based on current weather patterns – which structures, which sides of the lake, and at what depth • Tactical Lure Recommendation: Get expert recommendations on the most effective lures and presentations for the conditions at your lake, at the exact time you're fishing • Retrieval Techniques: Learn the optimal speed, cadence, and action to trigger strikes in any conditions. Cracking the science code of bass behaviour • Weather Impact Analysis: Understand how temperature, pressure, wind, and other factors are affecting bass metabolism and behavior right now at your lake. Gain more knowledge every time • Custom Lake-Specific Advice: Save your favorite fishing spots and get tailored recommendations for each location • Weather Notifications: Like fishing in specific conditions? Set custom notifications for when your ideal conditions are forecast • Safety Alerts: Receive UV index warnings and lightning alerts to keep you safe on the water • Weather Trends: Track recent weather patterns to understand how conditions are changing and affecting bass activity. That's right, its a Bass Weather App too! BassTactics combines cutting-edge weather data, big data, and bass science to eliminate guesswork, reduce unsuccessful trips, and help you locate, and catch, active fish faster. Let the app do the analysis while you focus on the water. Download today and start catching more bass! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Wind Compass4 screens
BassTactics3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BassTactics at none against Wind Compass's shown. BassTactics also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). Wind Compass's advantage is chart position (#81 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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 BassTactics sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, BassTactics every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Wind Compass versus BassTactics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind CompassBassTactics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (23K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings23K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#81 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB1 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCAtrus Ltd

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

BassTactics

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
1 purchases

BassTactics

Subscriptions1
  • Bass Tactics Plus$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Wind Compass free?
Wind Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BassTactics free?
BassTactics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Wind Compass or BassTactics have ads?
Wind Compass shows ads; BassTactics does not.
Which is updated more often, Wind Compass or BassTactics?
Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, and BassTactics every 4 days. Most recently, Wind Compass was updated on October 12, 2026 and BassTactics on October 2, 2026.

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