Wind Compass vs GlideDay
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
GlideDay
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Tired of arriving at the takeoff only to find the wind too strong, dangerous gusts, or worse, having to run from a sudden thunderstorm? GlideDay is your ultimate flight instrument. The only weather app designed exclusively for paragliding and hang gliding pilots. Instead of making you decipher dozens of complex weather charts, GlideDay analyzes the data for you and gives you a clear score from 0 to 100 on the "Flight Quality". Choose your Wing in your profile, and the algorithm will adapt to your needs: • Paraglider or Hang Glider? The app will look for days with laminar wind and clear skies for safe flights and perfect thermals. • Speedfly / Miniwing? The app will analyze windows of stronger wind for maximum fun. MAIN FEATURES: • Ruthless Algorithm: We analyze Wind Speed, Gusts (Turbulence), Rain, and Thunderstorm Risk (Cumulonimbus) to tell you exactly when your feet should leave the ground. • Smart Push Notifications: Add your favorite takeoffs, and we'll notify you when a "Perfect Flight" is on the way. • Gear Advice: Based on altitude temperature and wind, we suggest the right outfit (e.g., thermal suit or windbreaker) and essential accessories (e.g., charged VHF radio). • Legendary Database: Over 100 of the world's most famous takeoffs pre-loaded, from Annecy to Oludeniz, from Monte Baldo to Valle de Bravo. And if your secret takeoff isn't there, you can search and add it! • Webcams & Maps: Access live webcams of the takeoff with a single tap to check conditions in real-time. GLIDEDAY PREMIUM: Upgrade to Premium to unlock the app's full potential: • Extended 10-day forecasts (to plan your weekends or flying trips in advance). • Unlimited takeoffs saved on your Home screen. • Unlimited push notifications across all your spots. Stop taking risks in the air. Download GlideDay, pack your wing, and enjoy the perfect flight. --- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: GlideDay at every 3 days against Wind Compass's every 2 months. GlideDay also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Wind Compass's advantage is chart position (#84 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Wind Compass sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.19 per month and GlideDay sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, GlideDay every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Wind Compass | GlideDay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (23K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 63.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 23K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #84 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 121 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Maple Media Apps, LLC | Mariano Ceccarelli |
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
GlideDay
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Wind Compass
- Wind Compass Pro MP Monthly$3.191 Month
- Windcompass Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
- Wind Compass MP 20$10.491 Year
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- 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
GlideDay
- GlideDay Premium Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- GlideDay Premium Yearly7 Days trial$8.991 Year









