# WindUp vs Windmaster

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: WindUp at 15.0 against Windmaster's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WindUp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Windmaster sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WindUp ships an update every 2 weeks, Windmaster fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WindUp | Windmaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windmaster-wind-and-wave/id6774912435/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 75 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Virtual Verse Studio LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1766469723) | [Swipe Up B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895599306) |

## What reviewers say

### WindUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windup-live-wind-alarm/id6745613099)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |


### Windmaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windmaster-wind-and-wave/id6774912435)

This app provides detailed wind, wave, and tide forecasts for water sports enthusiasts. It allows users to compare multiple global forecast models, view live wind data from nearby stations, and receive personalized gear recommendations. Get alerts for optimal conditions and discover new spots worldwide.

**Highlights:** Masterforecast for accurate spot predictions, Global forecast model comparison, Live wind data with 6-hour trend, Personalized kite/sail size recommendations, Real tide curves, Wind alerts for optimal sessions, Interactive wind map

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yummy Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Windmaster Pro Yealry | $8.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WindUp free?

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

### Is Windmaster free?

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

### Do WindUp or Windmaster have ads?

Neither WindUp nor Windmaster shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WindUp or Windmaster?

WindUp ships an update every 2 weeks, and Windmaster fortnightly. Most recently, WindUp was updated on October 21, 2026 and Windmaster on October 21, 2026.

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