# OpenSnow vs Weather Then

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OpenSnow at 9.1K against Weather Then's 2. OpenSnow also leads on chart position (#16 vs unranked). Weather Then's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenSnow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year and Weather Then sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Weather Then 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 Weather Then's.

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, Weather Then every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Weather Then |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/weather-then/id6796037335/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 80.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#16** | — |
| Size | 125 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [Scott Michael Nash](https://appshunter.io/developer/1707028171) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #16 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


### Weather Then

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-then/id6796037335)

Compare current weather conditions with historical climate data for your location. See how today's temperature and conditions stack up against averages and past records. Understand weather patterns over months and seasons with detailed charts and historical views.

**Highlights:** Current weather conditions, Extended multi-day forecasts, Historical climate data, Monthly calendar view, Home screen widget, Seasonal trend analysis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| History Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| History Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

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

### Is Weather Then free?

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

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

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

### Do OpenSnow or Weather Then have ads?

Neither OpenSnow nor Weather Then shows ads.

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

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, and Weather Then every 4 days. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on October 26, 2026 and Weather Then on October 24, 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.*