# Wind Compass vs Anemometer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wind Compass at 64% against Anemometer's 18%. Wind Compass also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and ratings volume (23K vs 43). Anemometer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Wind Compass is free to download; Anemometer costs $2.99 up front. Wind Compass sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.19 per month and Anemometer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Anemometer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wind Compass has 23K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Wind Compass's written reviews are positive against 18% of Anemometer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, Anemometer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wind Compass | Anemometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-compass/id662297095/reviews) | **[4.9 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anemometer-wind-speed/id912237070/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **63.7% of reviews** | 17.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#89** | #116 |
| Size | 121 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) | [LionsApp di Nallbati Elton](https://appshunter.io/developer/432915499) |

## What reviewers say

### Wind Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-compass/id662297095)

**Currently charting:** #89 Top Grossing · Weather, #116 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wind Compass Pro MP Monthly | $3.19 | per month |
| Windcompass Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Wind Compass MP 20 | $10.49 | per year |
| Wind Compass MP 40 | $11.99 | per year |
| Windcompass Pro Annual | $12.99 | per year |
| Wind Compass MP 60 | $12.99 | per year |
| Wind Compass Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Accurate wind speed and direction
- 🎯 Helpful for outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and cycling
- 🧭 Simple and easy-to-use interface
- 💨 Provides real-time wind data
- 🌄 Includes sunrise/sunset times

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent issues with loading data or getting no data
- ⚠️ Inconsistent wind speed and direction readings compared to other sources
- 🔒 Concerns about clipboard access and privacy
- 💰 Subscription model limits free features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Compass feature not working properly
- Delayed or inaccurate wind data updates

**Requested features**

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


### Anemometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anemometer-wind-speed/id912237070)

**Currently charting:** #116 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

This app functions as a digital anemometer, providing real-time wind speed and direction data. It integrates wind information with a compass and allows users to search for and save favorite locations. Advanced forecasting features are available for pro users.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind speed, Wind direction, Integrated compass, Multiple unit options, Save favorite locations, Wind speed forecast (Pro), Weather conditions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Anemometer Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wind Compass free?

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

### Is Anemometer free?

Anemometer costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Wind Compass or Anemometer?

Anemometer is rated higher. Wind Compass averages 4.6 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Anemometer averages 4.9 from 43 ratings.

### Do Wind Compass or Anemometer have ads?

Wind Compass shows ads; Anemometer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Wind Compass or Anemometer?

Wind Compass ships an update every 2 months, and Anemometer every 4 months. Most recently, Wind Compass was updated on October 15, 2026 and Anemometer on October 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Wind Compass or Anemometer?

Wind Compass currently peaks at #89 in the App Store charts, and Anemometer at #116. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*