Globe Stations vs Libre Weather
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Globe Stations
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Globe Stations is a fast, interactive global aviation weather map built for pilots. Switch instantly between: Stations mode: color-coded airport weather dots with quick lookup by ICAO/IATA SIGWX mode: significant weather polygons with highlight and tap-to-open details Key features: Live METAR and TAF station information SIGWX/SIGMET overlays with hazard-focused visualization NOTAM + SNOWTAM retrieval in station info Smooth globe navigation with center-point targeting Control Center for quick refresh/clear and overlay control Globe Stations is designed to give you rapid weather awareness before and during flight planning. Always cross-check with official aviation sources. Not intended as the sole source for operational decisions. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability Globe Stations is provided for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or availability of any data displayed in the app (including METAR, TAF, NOTAM, SNOWTAM, SIGWX, and SIGMET information). Data may be delayed, incomplete, or contain errors. By using this app, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for verifying all information against official, current aviation sources before making any operational decisions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Globe Stations and its developers disclaim liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages arising from use of, or reliance on, data provided by the app.
Libre Weather
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A simple, fast, and privacy-focused weather app built on official National Weather Service (NWS) data, CONAGUA / Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN), and Open-Meteo as a fallback provider. No ads, no tracking, and no subscriptions. This app was created with a single goal of providing accurate weather information without monetizing your attention or your data. --- FEATURES • GPS-based weather lookup • Address search with saved locations • Official National Weather Service forecast data • CONAGUA / Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN) and Open-Meteo as a fallback provider for Mexico weather • Detailed forecasts with real-world clarity • Dynamic UI that adapts to current conditions • Clean, modern design built with Material 3 • Home screen widget for quick access --- PRIVACY FIRST This app does not collect, store, or share your personal data. • No analytics • No tracking • No advertising SDKs • No data harvesting Your location is only used to request weather data from the National Weather Service and is never sent anywhere else. --- WHY THIS APP EXISTS Weather is public information. Many platforms are increasingly moving toward ads, subscriptions, and data collection. This project is a small step in the opposite direction by keeping weather simple, accessible, and free for everyone. I got tired of clicking for a detailed forecast only to be presented with a completely unusable webpage inundated with ads and pop-ups, so I made my own weather app and I'd like to share it with you. --- OPEN SOURCE This app is fully open-source. You can review the code, verify its behavior, or contribute/make it your own: https://github.com/fa1sepr0phet/Just-NWS-Weather-iOS --- TESTING & FEEDBACK This app is actively being improved. If you encounter bugs or have suggestions, your feedback is welcome. --- Just the weather.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Libre Weather at every 5 days against Globe Stations's every 3 weeks. Globe Stations's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.5). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Globe Stations ships an update every 3 weeks, Libre Weather every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Globe Stations | Libre Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 265 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rasmus Sundsten | Daniel Papp |
In-app purchases
Globe Stations
No in-app purchases
Libre Weather
No in-app purchases
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