# OpenSnow vs Drive Weather

The clearest difference is ads: OpenSnow at none against Drive Weather's shown. Drive Weather's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 11 days) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenSnow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year and Drive Weather sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for OpenSnow against 4.7 for Drive Weather. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.1K and 13K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of OpenSnow's written reviews are positive against 84% of Drive Weather's.

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, Drive Weather every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Drive Weather |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews)** | [4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-weather/id1424517685/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9.1K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 80.3% of reviews | **83.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #21 | **#17** |
| Size | 125 MB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [Concept Elements LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1015044774) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Weather, #45 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Get the most accurate snow forecasts, detailed snow reports, and severe weather maps. Access 15-day forecasts, local expert insights, and offline 3D maps for snow depth, avalanche risk, and more. Track storms with advanced radar and AI-powered weather systems.

**Highlights:** 15-Day Snow Forecast, Local Expert Snow Reports, 3D & Offline Weather Maps, AI-Powered Weather System, Severe Weather Tracking, Mountain Webcams, Snow Depth & Avalanche Risk Maps

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OpenSnow Legacy | $49.99 | per year |
| OpenSnow Base | $49.99 | per year |
| OpenSnow Base Legacy | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate snow forecasts
- 📊 Detailed weather data and maps
- 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of ski resorts
- 💻 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🤖 Reliable and consistent forecasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🌐 Limited coverage outside of North America
- 🕰️ Occasional delays in updating snow conditions
- 🤖 Inconsistent accuracy in long-term forecasts
- 🔒 Paywall restricts access to some features

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Inconsistencies in the display of weather data and forecasts

**Requested features**

- Expand coverage to more international ski resorts
- Improve offline functionality and data availability
- Introduce more customization options for user preferences
- Enhance integration with other outdoor activity planning apps
- Provide more detailed snow and weather data for backcountry use


### Drive Weather

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-weather/id1424517685)

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Free · Weather, #31 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides real-time, route-based weather forecasts to help you travel safely and efficiently. It visualizes conditions like rain, snow, wind, and radar, offering detailed insights for your entire journey.

**Highlights:** Route-based weather forecasts, Live animated radar, Real-time wind speed and direction, National Weather Service alerts, CarPlay integration, Glanceable timeline interface, 7-day forecast (Pro)

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $5.99 | per month |
| Pro Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Drive Weather Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro+ Annual | $34.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for planning long drives
- 🌄 Accurate weather forecasting along routes
- ⏱️ Ability to adjust departure time to avoid weather
- 👍 Helpful for RV and truck drivers
- 💡 Unique and valuable feature set

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and glitches
- 🗺️ Inaccurate route planning and travel times
- 💰 Subscription model frustrates some users
- 📱 Limited functionality in free version
- 🤖 Clunky and outdated user interface

**Reported bugs**

- App resets start location frequently
- Weather data not loading properly
- Inability to add waypoints between stops

**Requested features**

- Add road closure information
- Improve route planning and travel time estimates
- Provide more customization options
- Enhance user interface and overall usability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

OpenSnow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Drive Weather free?

Drive Weather is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OpenSnow or Drive Weather?

OpenSnow is rated higher. OpenSnow averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Drive Weather averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do OpenSnow or Drive Weather have ads?

Drive Weather shows ads; OpenSnow does not.

### Which is updated more often, OpenSnow or Drive Weather?

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, and Drive Weather every 3 days. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on October 23, 2026 and Drive Weather on October 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, OpenSnow or Drive Weather?

OpenSnow currently peaks at #21 in the App Store charts, and Drive Weather at #17. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*