Comparison

WindWise vs Raydar UV

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

Head to head
About

WindWise

This application visualizes real-time wind speed and direction with a unique home screen widget. It offers detailed 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts for any location, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those curious about weather patterns.

Highlights
  • Real-time wind visualization widget
  • 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts
  • Global location support
  • Multiple location management
  • Customizable themes
  • Ideal for outdoor activities
Features
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This app provides not just accurate real-time wind speed and direction, but also delivers detailed 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, photographer, or simply curious about the weather, WindWise helps you understand and "see" the wind like never before. Key Features: Wind Visualization Widget: A unique windmill widget on your home screen! Watch the blades spin in real-time, directly reflecting the current wind speed. Experience the wind's intensity at a glance, right from your home screen! Accurate Wind Forecasts: Get precise wind speed and direction for your current location or any place in the world. Plan your day or week with reliable 24-hour and 7-day forecasts. Personalized Experience: Add multiple locations and easily switch between them. Customize the app's appearance with various themes to match your style. Perfect for Outdoor Activities: Ideal for sailing, surfing, kite flying, photography, hiking, cycling, and more! WindWise provides crucial wind information to enhance your outdoor adventures and ensure your safety. WindWise: Making wind visible, not just a number. Download now and experience a new way to perceive the wind!

About

Raydar UV

Features
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Stay one step ahead of the sun with Raydar UV. Raydar UV gives you clear, real-time UV index data so you can make smarter decisions outdoors. Whether you’re heading out for a walk, a workout, or a full day in the sun, you’ll always know when to take extra precautions. Check current UV levels at a glance, understand risk instantly, and plan your day with accurate hourly and daily forecasts. Raydar UV makes it easy to build sun-safe habits without overthinking it. Features: • Real-time UV index for your current location • Easy-to-read risk levels so you know when protection matters most • Hourly and daily UV forecasts to plan ahead • Custom sunscreen reminders so you never forget • Save your favorite locations for quick access Go Pro with Raydar UV Pro: • Full access to all widgets, including Current UV and Hourly UV • Save more than two locations • Extended 7-day UV forecasts • Notifications when UV levels peak Simple, focused, and designed to keep you protected—Raydar UV helps you enjoy the outdoors with confidence. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/Linzeep/apps_privacypolicy/blob/main/PrivacyPolicy_Consolidated.md Terms of Service: https://github.com/Linzeep/rayuv_privacypolicy/blob/main/terms_of_use.md

Screenshots

WindWise3 screens
Raydar UV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WindWise at none against Raydar UV's 2. On price, ads, device support 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. Raydar UV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. WindWise asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
WindWise versus Raydar UV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWindWiseRaydar UV
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer久元 王Lindsey Prentice

In-app purchases

None

WindWise

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Raydar UV

Subscriptions2
  • All Access$2.991 Month
  • All Access7 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is WindWise free?
WindWise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Raydar UV free?
Raydar UV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WindWise or Raydar UV have ads?
Neither WindWise nor Raydar UV shows ads.

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