Comparison

Wind Forecast App vs True Wind Pro

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

Head to head
About

Wind Forecast App

Features
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Master the Wind with Wind Forecast App – Precision Wind & Weather Tracking for Air, Sea & Land. Whether you're flying, sailing, fishing, or launching a drone, Wind Forecast App gives you the real-time wind and weather data you need to plan confidently and stay safe. Wind Forecast App is your fast, accurate, and easy-to-use tool for tracking wind direction, speed, and weather conditions—anytime, anywhere. Perfect for: • Aviators & paragliders • Sailors & boaters • Kite & wind surfers • Drone operators • Anglers • Climbers & outdoor adventurers Key Features: • Accurate Wind & Weather Forecasts – Know wind direction, speed, temperature, and more with reliable data. • Historical Data – Access past wind patterns to better plan your route or activity. • Favorites – Save and revisit your preferred locations with a single tap. • Customizable Units & Settings – Tailor your experience to fit your gear and region. • Minimal, Fast Interface – Designed for use on the go, with no distractions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

True Wind Pro

Features
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True Wind Pro is a precise nautical wind calculator and training tool designed for sailors, navigators, and marine students. Convert apparent wind into true wind direction and speed using the classic nautical-school vector method — clearly visualized and easy to understand. Key Features • True wind direction (TWD) and speed (TWS) calculation • Apparent wind (AWA / AWS) support • Atmospheric pressure readings using the iPhone’s built-in barometer sensor • Pressure history with date and time • Easy access to pressure, wind direction, and wind force values for entering into the ship’s deck logbook on the bridge • Interactive radar and wind triangle plot • Step-by-step vector construction (nautical-school method) • Reverse calculator: find heading for a target apparent wind angle • Beaufort scale interpretation • Clean, distraction-free interface optimized for marine use Designed for Learning & Practice True Wind Pro doesn’t just give you numbers — it shows how the result is constructed. Perfect for sailing schools, exam preparation, and real-world navigation planning. The app also helps with practical bridge routines by making atmospheric pressure, wind direction, and wind force easy to check and enter into the ship’s deck logbook. Free & Pro You can perform 5 free calculations to try the app. Unlock True Wind Pro – Lifetime to get unlimited calculations forever with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions. No ads. Ideal for sailors, skippers, students, navigators, and anyone who wants to truly understand wind mechanics at sea.

Screenshots

Wind Forecast App4 screens
True Wind Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: True Wind Pro at none against Wind Forecast App's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Wind Forecast App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and True Wind Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Wind Forecast App versus True Wind Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind Forecast AppTrue Wind Pro
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB59 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNextStack LLCPaulina Praciak

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Wind Forecast App

Subscriptions2
  • Premium(Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Premium(Yearly)7 Days trial$14.991 Year
1 purchases

True Wind Pro

One-time1
  • Unlimited Calculations$1.99

Questions

Is Wind Forecast App free?
Wind Forecast App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is True Wind Pro free?
True Wind Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Wind Forecast App or True Wind Pro have ads?
Wind Forecast App shows ads; True Wind Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Wind Forecast App or True Wind Pro?
Wind Forecast App ships an update every 2 weeks, and True Wind Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Wind Forecast App was updated on September 23, 2026 and True Wind Pro on September 6, 2026.

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