# OpenSnow vs Kanaloa Surf Report

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OpenSnow at 9.1K against Kanaloa Surf Report's 4. OpenSnow also leads on chart position (#17 vs unranked). Kanaloa Surf Report'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 Kanaloa Surf Report sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kanaloa Surf Report 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 4, 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 Kanaloa Surf Report's.

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, Kanaloa Surf Report every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Kanaloa Surf Report |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanaloa-surf-report/id6806342924/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 80.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#17** | — |
| Size | 126 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [Ammon Rex](https://appshunter.io/developer/6806342926) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Grossing · Weather, #33 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


### Kanaloa Surf Report

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanaloa-surf-report/id6806342924)

Get real-time surf conditions and forecasts worldwide, including wave height, swell, wind, and tide. A clear 1-10 quality score helps you decide if a spot is worth the trip. Save favorites and set custom alerts for your ideal surf conditions.

**Highlights:** Real-time surf conditions worldwide, 10-day extended forecast, Interactive map with colored pins, Save favorite beaches, Custom alert conditions, Tide predictions

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kanaloa Premium (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

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

### Is Kanaloa Surf Report free?

Kanaloa Surf Report is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OpenSnow or Kanaloa Surf Report?

Kanaloa Surf Report is rated higher. OpenSnow averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Kanaloa Surf Report averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do OpenSnow or Kanaloa Surf Report have ads?

Neither OpenSnow nor Kanaloa Surf Report shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenSnow or Kanaloa Surf Report?

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, and Kanaloa Surf Report every 10 days. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on November 6, 2026 and Kanaloa Surf Report on October 31, 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.*