# OpenSnow vs Mr. Chilly

The clearest difference is update cadence: OpenSnow at every 11 days against Mr. Chilly's every 5 weeks. OpenSnow also leads on chart position (#33 vs unranked). Mr. Chilly's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Mr. Chilly holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.1K and 6.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of OpenSnow's written reviews are positive against 86% of Mr. Chilly's.

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, Mr. Chilly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenSnow | Mr. Chilly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opensnow/id780890907/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mr-chilly/id933759132/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 6.8K |
| Positive reviews | 80.4% of reviews | **86.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#33** | — |
| Size | 125 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudnine Weather, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/487445927) | [Alexander Chia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289065307) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenSnow

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

**Currently charting:** #33 Top Grossing · Weather, #38 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


### Mr. Chilly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mr-chilly/id933759132)

This app provides detailed weather information for San Francisco's diverse microclimates and the entire Bay Area. View current temperatures, future forecasts, and dynamic heatmaps to plan your outdoor activities.

**Highlights:** Hourly forecasts (24 hours), Dynamic temperature heatmaps, Day/night cycle visualization, San Francisco microclimate view, Bay Area and Peninsula weather

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenSnow free?

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

### Is Mr. Chilly free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenSnow or Mr. Chilly?

Mr. Chilly is rated higher. OpenSnow averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Mr. Chilly averages 4.9 from 6.8K ratings.

### Do OpenSnow or Mr. Chilly have ads?

Neither OpenSnow nor Mr. Chilly shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenSnow or Mr. Chilly?

OpenSnow ships an update every 11 days, and Mr. Chilly every 5 weeks. Most recently, OpenSnow was updated on October 13, 2026 and Mr. Chilly on October 9, 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.*