Comparison

WxNmbr vs RemoteWeather

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

Head to head
About

WxNmbr

This app offers a unique way to view weather forecasts by transforming complex data into a single, glanceable number. It provides a personalized "vibe" for the day with clean visuals and optional detailed information.

Highlights
  • Single glanceable weather number
  • Personalized forecast "vibe"
  • Color-coded visuals and large fonts
  • Hourly and weekly forecasts
  • Minute-by-minute rain charts
  • Home screen widgets
Features
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WxNmbr is a no clutter, no confusion way to get your weather. Just the vibe of the day. At a glance. It's a fresh, simple, personalized way to visualize your forecast. The core concept: transform today's weather into a single glanceable number. The number is the forecast, and it's tuned to what you actually like. If you love heat, your score runs higher on hot summer days and lower through the cold months. If a rainy day suits you, a bit of precipitation won't hurt it. How it works: WxNmbr takes real weather data - temperature, humidity, wind, precipitation and more - and turns it into a single score out of 10. We call it the WxNmbr. With widgets, a clean modern design, deep personalization and updates through the day, checking the forecast has never been this easy. Why you'll love WxNmbr: * One number tells the story * Details are there when you want more depth * Clean, clear, glanceable * The Ribbon draws today hour by hour. Drag across it and WxNmbr names the conditions holding that hour back * Coming Days turns the week into a heatmap, so you can see exactly when the good weather lands * Home screen and lock screen widgets take the WxNmbr everywhere without opening the app * The next-hour rain chart shows you minute by minute when it's safe to make the dash to the car * 8 weather personalities to pick from, or build your own * NOAA weather radar for a detailed look at where it's actually raining* WxNmbr+ (1-week free trial) * The full 10-day forecast, instead of 5 * All 8 personalities, plus the tools to customize your own * Check the weather in other locations, not just where you are * Access to the radar* * Refreshes four times as often, so your widgets stay fresh Whether you're planning your day or just checking the vibe before you head out, WxNmbr makes weather simple, personal, and beautifully clear. *NOAA radar covers the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam. For full terms please visit: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

RemoteWeather

Features
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RemoteWeather is a complete weather monitoring system designed for personal weather stations. It consists of an app (this app) and weather server software that runs on Linux, Mac, and Windows. RemoteWeather creates a professional live weather website, stores your historical readings, and shares your observations with weather services and amateur radio networks. What you get: - Live weather iOS/iPadOS application (this app) - Live weather website with real-time updates and interactive charts. - Long-term data storage for analyzing trends and patterns. - Automatic uploads to Weather Underground, PWS Weather, and other services. - APRS/CWOP transmission for ham radio operators. - Access your data--in real time--from anywhere on any device. Supported weather stations: - Davis Instruments (VantagePro, VantagePro2, Vue) - Campbell Scientific dataloggers - Ambient Weather stations - AirGradient air quality monitors, and more. Important: This app connects to your RemoteWeather server installation. You'll need RemoteWeather software running on Linux hardware at your station site (available free at github.com/chrissnell/remoteweather).

Screenshots

WxNmbr4 screens
RemoteWeather3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RemoteWeather at none against WxNmbr's 3. RemoteWeather also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. WxNmbr sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. RemoteWeather asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WxNmbr ships an update every 3 weeks, RemoteWeather weekly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
WxNmbr versus RemoteWeather: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWxNmbrRemoteWeather
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.5 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohn DavenportChristopher Snell

In-app purchases

3 purchases

WxNmbr

Subscriptions3
  • WxNmbr+ Monthly$1.991 Month
  • WxNmbr+ Launch Sale$7.991 Year
  • WxNmbr+ Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
None

RemoteWeather

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WxNmbr free?
WxNmbr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RemoteWeather free?
RemoteWeather is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do WxNmbr or RemoteWeather have ads?
Neither WxNmbr nor RemoteWeather shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WxNmbr or RemoteWeather?
WxNmbr ships an update every 3 weeks, and RemoteWeather weekly. Most recently, WxNmbr was updated on October 30, 2026 and RemoteWeather on October 30, 2026.

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