Comparison

Weather Mate vs Cloud Identifier

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

Head to head
About

Weather Mate

This app provides hyperlocal, accurate, and visually appealing weather forecasts. It utilizes data from personal weather stations and official sources to offer detailed current conditions, extended forecasts, and severe weather alerts. Advanced features include radar maps, historical data, and air quality information.

Highlights
  • Hyperlocal weather data from personal stations
  • 15-day daily and hourly forecasts
  • Live interactive radar and satellite maps
  • Severe weather alerts and notifications
  • Detailed weather history and almanac
  • Air quality data and health recommendations
  • Travel planner with historical climate summaries
Features
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Meet Weather Mate. The most hyperlocal, accurate and beautiful weather app on the app store. It combines cutting edge weather forecasting with beautifully crafted UI design to deliver the most accurate climate information suitable for both basic and advanced users. What differentiates Weather Mate from the crowd of other weather apps on the app store? LOCAL, LOCAL, HYPERLOCAL Weather Mate uses weather data from the industry leader Weather Underground & The Weather Channel to guarantee that you get the most accurate & reliable weather forecast. But that's not all. Weather Mate uses the network of 250,000+ PERSONAL WEATHER STATIONS in addition to the Automated Surface Observation System (ASOS) stations located at airports around the globe to provide the most localized weather data. You have the option to choose the weather station which is closest to your home or work. FEATURES • Current weather conditions from the local weather station • 15-Day daily forecast containing textual summary for the day & night • Hourly forecast for each hour of the next 15 days containing detailed weather information at each interval • Weather widget for the lock screen notification center • Apple Watch app with customizable complications • Choose the Personal or Airport weather station which is closest to your desired area, to get the most localized weather data. Or you can use Composite weather station, which incorporates aggregated weather data from the network of nearby weather stations in addition to geography and elevation to derive accurate current conditions for any location. • Live Interactive Radar & Satellite, to go with 20+ other Map Layers. • Severe Weather Alerts Notifications to keep you ahead of bad weather coming your way • Push temperature alerts right on your home screen icon's badge. Stay updated about the weather even when not running the app! • Detailed Weather History dating back to several decades for any worldwide location. • Travel Planner feature to assist you plan your trip to any location based on its historical climate summary between any specified dates • Detailed Air Quality data including current, hourly / daily forecast, & historical readings. Also view Pollutant concentrations & Health recommendations • Weather Almanac feature: View daily & monthly weather almanac for any location • NWS Area Forecast Discussion feature (USA Only) • Weather Radio feature: Listen to live NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio for USA / Canadian locations • World clock showing the local time for each of your chosen locations • Share your weather screen with friends APPLE WATCH Comprehensive Apple Watch app, notifications & colorful complications for your watch face. Fast complications updates to always keep your watch face current. Option to customize your complications to any weather parameters of your preference. DETAILED WEATHER INFO • Current Temperature / Feels Like Temperature • Today's High & Low Temperatures • Weather Description / Icon • Wind Speed, Gust and Direction • Chance of Precipitation • Precipitation Rate, Today's Precipitation Accumulation • Rain Accumulation (Last 1, 6 & 24 Hours) • Snow Accumulation (Last 1, 6 & 24 Hours) • Visibility • Humidity • Barometric Pressure • Cloud Cover • Wind Chill • Heat Index • Dew Point • UV Index • Sunrise Time • Sunset Time • Moonrise Time • Moonset Time • Moon Age • Moon Illumination • Moon Phase INTERACTIVE WEATHER MAP LAYERS • Animated Radar including Past & Future modes • Animated Satellite including Past & Future modes • Storm Tracks • Weather Fronts • Windstream • Animated Dew Point • Animated Temperature • Animated Wind Speed • Animated UV Index • Severe Weather Alerts • Weather Stations • Active Fires (with Smoke Cover) • Hurricanes • Sea / Oceans Surface Temperature • Webcams • Lightning • Earthquakes Support: support@weathermate.net Privacy: www.weathermate.net/privacy-policy EULA: https://www.weathermate.net/terms-of-use/ We never sell your location data to anyone

About

Cloud Identifier

Identify cloud types by taking a photo of the sky. Learn about their formations, weather implications, and track patterns. This app offers insights for enthusiasts, students, and the curious.

Highlights
  • AI-powered cloud identification
  • Learn cloud formations and weather implications
  • Track weather patterns
  • Detailed cloud history
  • Save and track cloud photos
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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Cloud Identifier is your personal cloud expert. Simply snap a photo of the sky, and our app will analyze and identify the types of clouds you're observing. Learn about their formations, weather implications, and even track weather patterns based on cloud types. Whether you're a cloud enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the sky, Cloud Identifier provides fascinating insights at your fingertips. Key Features: Identify clouds instantly using AI-powered technology. Learn about cloud types and weather predictions based on cloud formations. Access detailed cloud history and weather impact. Enjoy an ad-free, seamless experience. Save and track cloud photos in your personal gallery. About Cloud Identifier Premium: Subscription Name: 3-Day Trial (Weekly with Trial) Subscription Duration: 1 week (3 days trial) Subscription Description: Unlock all Premium features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Weather Mate4 screens
Cloud Identifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Weather Mate at 80% against Cloud Identifier's 0%. Weather Mate also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 3). Cloud Identifier's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Weather Mate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Cloud Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Weather Mate holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weather Mate has 3.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Weather Mate's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cloud Identifier's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Weather Mate ships an update every 5 weeks, Cloud Identifier every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Weather Mate versus Cloud Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWeather MateCloud Identifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (3.4K ratings) — better1.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3.4K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size192 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDylogicApps Pvt LtdAsil Arslan

Customer experience

Weather Mate

All ratings3,365 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral4.7%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews1,045 reviews
Positive79.6%
Neutral7.4%
Negative13.0%

Cloud Identifier

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Weather Mate

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Radar and storm tracking not always up-to-date
  • App crashes or freezes on launch
  • Weather data not syncing properly between devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable weather widgets
  • Integration with smart home devices
  • Severe weather push notifications
  • More detailed weather history and trends

Cloud Identifier

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Weather Mate

Subscriptions2
  • Extra Weather Sources, Weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Extra Weather Sources, Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
2 purchases

Cloud Identifier

Subscriptions2
  • 3-Day Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Weather Mate free?
Weather Mate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cloud Identifier free?
Cloud Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Weather Mate or Cloud Identifier?
Weather Mate is rated higher. Weather Mate averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Cloud Identifier averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Weather Mate or Cloud Identifier have ads?
Weather Mate shows ads; Cloud Identifier does not.
Which is updated more often, Weather Mate or Cloud Identifier?
Weather Mate ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cloud Identifier every 2 months. Most recently, Weather Mate was updated on October 29, 2026 and Cloud Identifier on October 27, 2026.

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