Comparison

WindWatcher Basic vs Wind Compass

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

Head to head
About

WindWatcher Basic

Features
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**WindWatcher Basic** Wind alerts and basic safe speed guidance for high-profile vehicles (trucks, RVs, vans, trailers) in windy areas. - Real-time wind speed & gust warnings - Simple high-wind risk alerts - Basic recommended speeds - Ads supported Limited details and fewer features compared to premium. An assistance tool only. Always follow posted limits, signs, and your judgment. Requires internet. Drive safer in the wind. (378 characters)

About

Wind Compass

Track live wind conditions and forecasts with a clear compass interface. Get detailed 24-hour and 6-day outlooks, global location data, and customizable units. Receive real-time wind alerts for specific conditions.

Highlights
  • Live wind speed and direction
  • Detailed 24-hour and 6-day forecasts
  • Global location search
  • Customizable wind alerts (Premium)
  • Multiple unit options (m/s, km/h, mph, knots)
  • Dark Mode support
Features
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Wind Compass gives you live wind speed, direction and wind chill on one clean compass, plus the forecast you need to plan your next session. Built for sailing, surfing, kitesurfing, flying and everyday weather checks. KEY FEATURES - Live wind compass: current speed, direction, gusts and wind chill at a glance. - Interactive forecast: drag across the chart to inspect conditions, and switch between 24 hour, 3 day and 7 day views to plan as far ahead as you need. - Wind alerts (Premium): pick a speed threshold and compass direction, and we check live conditions hourly so you get alerted the moment the wind lines up. - Global coverage: search and save locations worldwide. - Your units, your style: m/s, km/h, mph or knots, with wind particle effects and Dark Mode support. Whether you are rigging a sail, checking the surf, planning a flight or just deciding what to wear, Wind Compass keeps you ahead of the wind. Terms: https://nohrgroup.com/app-terms.htm Privacy: https://nohrgroup.com/app-privacy.htm

Screenshots

WindWatcher Basic4 screens
Wind Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WindWatcher Basic at none against Wind Compass's 2. WindWatcher Basic also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). On price, ads 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 Compass sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. WindWatcher Basic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
WindWatcher Basic versus Wind Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWindWatcher BasicWind Compass
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.3 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul CurtisDaniel Nohr

In-app purchases

None

WindWatcher Basic

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Wind Compass

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Annual Plan$19.991 Year

Questions

Is WindWatcher Basic free?
WindWatcher Basic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wind Compass free?
Wind Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WindWatcher Basic or Wind Compass have ads?
Neither WindWatcher Basic nor Wind Compass shows ads.

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