Comparison

WeatherFront vs Solshield

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

Head to head
About

WeatherFront

This app offers advanced weather monitoring with a focus on detailed model data, radar, and satellite imagery. It provides intuitive navigation for global or local forecasts, offline map capabilities, and seamless transitions between various weather products to keep you informed and prepared.

Highlights
  • Dynamic model viewing with zoom and pan
  • Seamless transitions between radar, satellite, and model data
  • Detailed basemaps and offline map downloads
  • Easy switching between multiple radars
  • Access to NWS/NOAA products like watches and warnings
  • Advanced radar products including Super-Res Reflectivity and Velocity
Features
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WeatherFront is the mobile weather app designed to keep you ahead of the storm. With its sleek, intuitive interface and advanced features, WeatherFront ushers in an exciting new era of weather monitoring that will redefine how you interact with real-time weather data on your iOS device. Models, radar, satellite, observations, and outlooks all in this one-stop-shop will expand your weather toolbox and make you better prepared for what Mother Nature sends your way. DYNAMIC MODEL VIEWING: Many weather apps display radar and satellite data on a mobile device, but WeatherFront revolutionizes the way you look at model data. Say goodbye to opening up web browsers on your phone and awkwardly zooming in to view HRRR or NAM output. Navigate model data with unparalleled user control as you zoom and pan to the domain that fits your needs. Click on a location to show a model sounding in an instant. Whether you want to check out the forecast across the globe or at your home, WeatherFront provides unparalleled access to model viewing. You have probably never seen model data from this vantage point before! SEAMLESS DATA TRANSITIONS: In this game-changing app, you can view radar, satellite, model data, observations, and outlooks in a seamless user interface. Toggle back and forth between RTMA or HRRR Analysis observations, current radar, and SPC mesoscale discussions to determine what hazards are imminent and where they are headed. WeatherFront streamlines your toolbox into one easy-to-use app that will significantly simplify your experience! DETAILED BASEMAPS & OFFLINE MAPS: Detailed basemaps enhance the user experience even further. WeatherFront equips you with a high-quality Basemap to assist with navigation, determine the exact location of a storm, and leave no doubt about which risk level your house is in. If you’re heading out on a storm chase or damage survey in a rural location, choose the domain size and level of detail for offline maps so you have all the information you need. SWITCH BETWEEN RADARS: Viewing radar data on a mobile device has never been easier than with WeatherFront. You can press and hold anywhere on the screen to switch to the nearest radar. If you see a Tornado Warning, cluster of lightning strikes, or simply want to check the radar in a location across the country, WeatherFront allows you to switch between radars with unmatched ease! DOWNLOAD TODAY: Whether you are a meteorologist, storm chaser, weather enthusiast, emergency manager, or simply someone who likes to stay informed, WeatherFront will revolutionize how you view mobile weather data. Download WeatherFront today on the App Store and access the following tools: RADAR PRODUCTS Super-Res Reflectivity, Super-Res Velocity, Super-Res Storm-Relative Velocity, Dual-Polarization Products, and Dual-Pane Mode MODELS HRRR and GFS Temperature & Precipitation Type NWS/NOAA PRODUCTS SPC Outlooks, Convective Watches, Warnings, & Advisories, Mesoscale Discussions MAPPING Street Level Mapping Expand your weather toolbox with these features: SATELLITE: - GOES-19 ABI & RGB Products - CONUS Images (5-min) - Rapid Scan Meso Sectors (1-min) MODELS: - HRRR & RRFS - NCEP & NSSL CAMs - NAM & GFS - ECMWF (Open data) - ECMWF-AIFS & GraphCast GFS - Point Soundings OBSERVATIONS - RTMA Surface Analysis - HRRR Analysis MAPPING: - Offline Maps View our Terms of Service: https://www.wxfront.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/3f625313-0616-413a-a7f4-192f019650c6 Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Solshield

This app monitors real-time UV index levels and provides personalized sun protection advice based on your skin type. It offers customizable alerts, forecasts, and educational content to help you stay safe in the sun.

Highlights
  • Real-time UV index monitoring
  • Personalized sunburn time calculator
  • Customizable UV threshold alerts
  • 7-day UV forecast
  • Sunscreen reapplication reminders
  • Educational UV safety content
  • Dark mode support
Features
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SolShield is your personal UV monitoring companion, helping you stay safe in the sun with real-time UV index readings and personalized protection recommendations. REAL-TIME UV MONITORING Get accurate, up-to-the-minute UV index readings for your location. SolShield uses your device's location to fetch current UV data, so you always know when sun protection is needed. PERSONALIZED PROTECTION Set your skin type (Fitzpatrick Scale I-VI) and receive customized advice: - Estimated time until sunburn - SPF recommendations - When to seek shade - Protective clothing suggestions SMART NOTIFICATIONS Never get caught off-guard by dangerous UV levels: - Customizable UV threshold alerts (UV 3-11) - Daily peak UV warnings - Sunscreen reapplication reminders (1, 2, or 3 hour intervals) 7-DAY UV FORECAST Plan your outdoor activities with confidence. View hourly and daily UV forecasts to know the best times to be outside. SUN EXPOSURE TIMER Track your safe sun time based on your skin type and current UV index. Get alerts when it's time to reapply sunscreen or seek shade. DARK MODE Full dark mode support with system, light, and dark appearance options. Beautiful adaptive colors across all screens. LEARN ABOUT UV Educational content about: - The UV Index scale explained - How UV affects your skin - WHO sun safety guidelines - Skin cancer prevention tips FEATURES - Real-time UV index with color-coded risk levels - Personalized sunburn time calculator - Sun exposure timer with alerts - Hourly UV forecast throughout the day - 7-day UV outlook - Dark mode with adaptive colors - Customizable notification alerts - Clean, intuitive interface - Works offline with cached data - No account required - Privacy-focused (location data stays on device) SKIN TYPES SUPPORTED - Type I: Very fair, always burns - Type II: Fair, usually burns - Type III: Medium, sometimes burns - Type IV: Olive, rarely burns - Type V: Brown, very rarely burns - Type VI: Dark brown/black, never burns TRILINGUAL SUPPORT Full support for English, Portuguese (Brasileiro), and Spanish. --- SOLSHIELD PREMIUM Unlock enhanced features with an optional subscription: - 7-Day UV Forecast - Plan your week with extended forecasts - Sun Exposure Timer - Track safe sun time based on your skin type - Smart UV Notifications - Customizable alerts for UV levels - Home Screen Widgets - Quick UV info at a glance Plans: $4.99/year or $0.99/month. 7-day free trial available. Subscription auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://branicio.github.io/solshield-support/terms Privacy Policy: https://branicio.github.io/solshield-support/privacy --- Protect your skin. Know your UV. Stay safe with SolShield. Weather data powered by Apple Weather.

Screenshots

WeatherFront4 screens
Solshield4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: WeatherFront at 461 against Solshield's 3. WeatherFront also leads on chart position (#29 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Solshield's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. WeatherFront sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Solshield sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Solshield holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherFront has 461 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WeatherFront ships an update fortnightly, Solshield every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
WeatherFront versus Solshield: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWeatherFrontSolshield
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (461 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings461 — better3
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#29 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size237 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeatherFront LLCPaulo Branicio

Customer experience

WeatherFront

All ratings439 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews171 reviews
Positive90.1%
Neutral4.7%
Negative5.3%

Solshield

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

WeatherFront

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • None reported

Requested features

2 requests
  • Push notifications for severe weather in free tier
  • One-time lifetime purchase option instead of subscription

Solshield

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

WeatherFront

Subscriptions2
  • Advanced7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Advanced-Annual7 Days trial$99.991 Year
2 purchases

Solshield

Subscriptions2
  • SolShield Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • SolShield Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is WeatherFront free?
WeatherFront is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Solshield free?
Solshield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WeatherFront or Solshield?
Solshield is rated higher. WeatherFront averages 4.8 out of 5 from 461 ratings, while Solshield averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do WeatherFront or Solshield have ads?
Neither WeatherFront nor Solshield shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WeatherFront or Solshield?
WeatherFront ships an update fortnightly, and Solshield every 3 weeks. Most recently, WeatherFront was updated on October 25, 2026 and Solshield on October 25, 2026.

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