# OpenSnow vs Wave Whisperer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OpenSnow at 9.1K against Wave Whisperer's 2. OpenSnow also leads on chart position (#22 vs unranked). Wave Whisperer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). 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 Wave Whisperer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Wave Whisperer 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 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of OpenSnow's written reviews are positive against 100% of Wave Whisperer's.

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, Wave Whisperer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Wave Whisperer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-whisperer/id6769619488/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 80.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | — |
| Size | 125 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [In the Moment Technology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896674486) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Weather, #73 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


### Wave Whisperer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-whisperer/id6769619488)

Access real-time buoy data for surfers, including swell height, period, direction, and sea surface temperature. Track historical readings, compare conditions over 24 hours, and learn about buoy data with an educational section. Features a low-light mode and customizable units.

**Highlights:** Real-time buoy data (swell, period, direction, temp), 24-hour condition comparison, Save and revisit historical readings, Rotating compass with swell direction, Buoy School educational section, Low Light display mode, Customizable units (feet/meters, F/C)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Unlock | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

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

### Is Wave Whisperer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenSnow or Wave Whisperer?

Wave Whisperer is rated higher. OpenSnow averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Wave Whisperer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do OpenSnow or Wave Whisperer have ads?

Neither OpenSnow nor Wave Whisperer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenSnow or Wave Whisperer?

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, and Wave Whisperer every 9 days. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on October 17, 2026 and Wave Whisperer on October 13, 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.*