# OpenSnow vs Sky Daddy

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sky Daddy at none against OpenSnow's 3. Sky Daddy also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). OpenSnow's advantage is ratings volume (9.1K vs 2) and chart position (#29 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenSnow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year. Sky Daddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sky Daddy 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 Sky Daddy's.

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, Sky Daddy every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Sky Daddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/sky-daddy-night-sky/id6806506178/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 80.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#29** | — |
| Size | 125 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [Shannon Nolan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6806506180) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Grossing · Weather, #54 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


### Sky Daddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-daddy-night-sky/id6806506178)

This app provides a clear score and verdict on whether the night sky is worth observing. It details the best viewing windows, cloud cover, moon illumination, light pollution, and Milky Way visibility, all tailored to your local conditions.

**Highlights:** Night sky score and verdict, Best viewing window, Hour-by-hour projections, Cloud cover and comfort weather, Moon illumination and visibility, Light pollution estimation, Milky Way visibility and timing

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

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

### Is Sky Daddy free?

Sky Daddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, OpenSnow or Sky Daddy?

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

### Do OpenSnow or Sky Daddy have ads?

Neither OpenSnow nor Sky Daddy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenSnow or Sky Daddy?

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, and Sky Daddy every 10 days. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on October 16, 2026 and Sky Daddy on October 8, 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.*