Comparison

SunLocation vs Wind Radar Map

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SunLocation

This app displays the current sun's position and altitude, synchronizing with your device's compass. It also offers an optional add-on to hide ads and view moon positions, phases, and altitude graphs.

Highlights
  • Current sun position and altitude
  • Compass synchronization
  • Moon position and phases display
  • Altitude graphs for sun and moon
  • Distance graph for the moon
  • Ad-free option with add-on
Features
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SunLocation is an app that lets you know the current sun location and altitude. If there is a compass, the directions are synchronized. You might want to watch the Super Moon, take a photo, move, go out or look at the sky. If the position is different, the compass is interfering. Please adjust the position with the compass app and try again. The altitude is displayed in the center. Add-on (Add moon position and phases and hide ads) - The ad will be hidden. - You can display the month position and age. - Tap the center to switch between sun and moon altitudes at any time. - You can see the altitude graph of the sun and the moon. - You can see the distance graph of the moon. Enjoy !

About

Wind Radar Map

Visualize real-time wind speed, gust speed, and direction on an interactive radar map. Get accurate anemometer readings, marine data, and smart alerts for outdoor activities and navigation.

Highlights
  • Live wind radar map
  • Accurate anemometer and wind meter
  • Gust speed tracking
  • Dynamic wind compass
  • 7-day wind forecast
  • Custom wind and storm alerts
  • Marine data and tide information
Features
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Wind Radar Map – Anemometer is a powerful wind radar and wind meter designed for people who need accurate wind speed, gust speed and direction in real time. This advanced anemometer combines a live wind radar map, interactive forecast layers, marine data, tide and wave information, smart alerts and a dynamic compass in one complete wind tracking solution. If wind conditions matter to you, this app is built for you. LIVE WIND RADAR MAP AND FORECAST The interactive Wind Radar Map lets you visualize live wind speed, gust speed and wind direction directly on detailed weather maps. Switch between current conditions and forecast mode to see how wind, storm systems and marine conditions will evolve over the next 7 days. With Wind Radar Map – Anemometer you can: Track live wind speed and gust speed View wind forecast directly on the map Monitor storm movement and weather radar data Check tide and wave conditions Compare multiple locations instantly The wind radar map is optimized for sailing, boating, surf sessions, marine navigation, golf planning and drone flights. ACCURATE ANEMOMETER AND WIND METER This digital anemometer acts as a professional wind meter in your pocket. Get precise wind speed readings in mph, km/h, m/s or knots. Switch to the Beaufort scale for marine and boating activities. The wind meter is designed to detect gust speed variations so you can react quickly to changing wind conditions. Whether you are checking wind speed for sailing, tracking gust speed for surf, measuring wind for golf performance or preparing a drone flight, this anemometer delivers reliable data. DYNAMIC WIND COMPASS The built-in compass shows real-time wind direction with a responsive and dynamic interface. The smart wind compass updates instantly as wind shifts, helping you understand crosswind and headwind conditions. Perfect for marine navigation, boating, sailing, surf orientation, drone pilots and outdoor sports. SMART ALERTS AND STORM TRACKER Set custom wind alerts and gust speed alerts to stay ahead of dangerous conditions. Receive notifications when wind speed exceeds your selected threshold or when storms approach your location. Wind Radar Map – Anemometer allows you to check weather alerts for your favorite locations and verify if any storm, marine or wind warnings are active. Start your day with daily forecast alerts and never miss important wind updates again. BUILT FOR MARINE, OUTDOOR AND SPORTS This Wind Radar and Anemometer app is ideal for: Sailing and boating Marine navigation Surf and kitesurf Golf wind analysis Fishing Storm tracking Drone flying Outdoor planning Unlike generic weather apps, Wind Radar Map – Anemometer focuses on wind intelligence, wind radar precision and gust speed tracking. WHY CHOOSE WIND RADAR MAP – ANEMOMETER Live Wind Radar Map Professional Anemometer Accurate Wind Meter Gust Speed Tracking Wind Direction Compass Marine Forecast Tide and Wave Data Storm Radar Visualization Custom Wind Alerts 7-Day Forecast All features are designed to deliver accurate wind speed, reliable forecast data and powerful wind radar visualization in a clean and intuitive interface. Download Wind Radar Map – Anemometer today and turn your device into a complete wind radar, marine forecast and digital anemometer solution. Track wind speed. Monitor gust speed. Follow storm systems. Navigate with your compass. Plan with forecast confidence. Master the wind with Wind Radar Map – Anemometer. Terms of Service: Apple's Terms of Service apply to all subscriptions offered within the app. More information here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

SunLocation4 screens
Wind Radar Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wind Radar Map at 83% against SunLocation's 12%. Wind Radar Map also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (117 vs 2). SunLocation's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SunLocation sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Wind Radar Map sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wind Radar Map holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wind Radar Map has 117 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of SunLocation's written reviews are positive against 83% of Wind Radar Map's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SunLocation ships an update every 6 weeks, Wind Radar Map monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SunLocation versus Wind Radar Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunLocationWind Radar Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (117 ratings) — better
Positive reviews12.0% of reviews82.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2117 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB161 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperYoshitaka WatanabeStolanapp

Customer experience

SunLocation

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive12.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative84.0%

Wind Radar Map

All ratings117 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews121 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral8.3%
Negative9.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SunLocation

One-time1
  • Moon position and age, etc.$0.99
11 purchases

Wind Radar Map

Subscriptions11
  • No more ads$1.991 Month
  • Anemometer Premium3 Days trial$2.197 Days
  • Anemometer Premium$2.297 Days
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  • Anemometer Premium$4.291 Month
  • Anemometer Premium$4.491 Month
  • Anemometer Premium Discount$4.991 Year
  • Anemometer Premium$4.991 Month
  • Anemometer Premium3 Days trial$10.901 Year
  • Anemometer Premium7 Days trial$11.901 Year
  • Anemometer Premium3 Days trial$21.491 Year
  • Anemometer Premium$22.491 Year

Questions

Is SunLocation free?
SunLocation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wind Radar Map free?
Wind Radar Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SunLocation or Wind Radar Map?
Wind Radar Map is rated higher. SunLocation averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Wind Radar Map averages 4.6 from 117 ratings.
Do SunLocation or Wind Radar Map have ads?
Wind Radar Map shows ads; SunLocation does not.
Which is updated more often, SunLocation or Wind Radar Map?
SunLocation ships an update every 6 weeks, and Wind Radar Map monthly. Most recently, SunLocation was updated on September 13, 2026 and Wind Radar Map on September 26, 2026.

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