Wind Compass vs EquiWind
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
EquiWind
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EquiWind - Measure how the wind really feels and optimize your performance What if you could finally understand what the wind really does to your performance? EquiWind introduces a new approach: real perceived wind. Like “feels like” temperature, the app analyzes the real impact of wind on your speed, effort, and efficiency. Whether you are sailing, flying, or involved in aerodynamic sports, EquiWind gives you a clear, actionable and immediately useful reading of the wind. Understand the wind differently Traditional weather data is not enough. The real wind, the one that affects your performance, depends on your speed, direction, and environment. EquiWind turns these parameters into a simple indicator: the wind as you actually feel it. Improve your performance With EquiWind, you can: - Optimize your settings and decisions - Understand speed variations - Anticipate performance loss - Take full advantage of aerodynamic conditions Every data point is designed to help you go faster and more efficiently. Multi-domain EquiWind adapts to multiple uses: - Sailing: precise wind reading for performance - Aviation: impact on lift and efficiency - Motorsport: aerodynamic influence One app to understand air and its effects. Smart and accessible approach EquiWind makes complex concepts easy to use: - Clear indicators - Intuitive reading - Directly actionable data Full respect for your privacy EquiWind is built with a privacy-first approach: - No personal data collected - No data transmitted - No tracking All data stays on your device. Even location (GPS), used for calculations, is processed locally only. Why EquiWind? - A unique approach to wind - Real performance gains - Clear and intuitive insights - Total privacy EquiWind - Measure how the wind really feels.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EquiWind at none against Wind Compass's 2. Wind Compass's advantage is iOS requirement (17 vs 26.4). 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
Both are free to download. Wind Compass sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. EquiWind asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Wind Compass | EquiWind |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17 — better | 26.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daniel Nohr | EXPERT SOLUTIONS |
In-app purchases
Wind Compass
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Annual Plan$19.991 Year
EquiWind
No in-app purchases








