# OpenSnow vs Pocket RAWS

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OpenSnow at 9.1K against Pocket RAWS's 3. OpenSnow also leads on chart position (#65 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Pocket RAWS's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenSnow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year and Pocket RAWS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocket RAWS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenSnow has 9.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and June 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Pocket RAWS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-raws/id6741500191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 80.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | — |
| Size | 125 MB | 164 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [Josh Bradley](https://appshunter.io/developer/1787441182) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Grossing · Weather, #122 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


### Pocket RAWS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-raws/id6741500191)

Access near real-time weather data from Remote Automated Weather Stations (RAWS) across California. Monitor fire danger ratings, fuel conditions, and set custom weather alerts for your favorite stations. Essential for firefighters and those in fire-prone areas.

**Highlights:** View California RAWS weather stations, Favorite up to five stations, Fire danger ratings and fuel discussions, Custom weather thresholds (Pro subscription), Access CAL FIRE Aviation Guide, No sign-in required

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro RAWS | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

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

### Is Pocket RAWS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenSnow or Pocket RAWS?

Pocket RAWS is rated higher. OpenSnow averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Pocket RAWS averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do OpenSnow or Pocket RAWS have ads?

Neither OpenSnow nor Pocket RAWS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenSnow or Pocket RAWS?

OpenSnow ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pocket RAWS every 2 weeks. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on September 28, 2026 and Pocket RAWS on June 23, 2026.

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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.*