Comparison

Cyclono vs Windy Anemometer

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

Head to head
About

Cyclono

Get accurate 48-hour wind forecasts for thousands of marine spots globally. Measure real wind speed using your smartphone's microphone and receive smart alerts for optimal conditions. Plan your next water sport adventure with detailed wind data.

Highlights
  • Real-time wind speed measurement via smartphone microphone
  • 48-hour accurate wind speed and direction forecast
  • Global map of thousands of marine and surf spots
  • Customizable wind strength alerts
  • Save favorite spots
  • Air temperature and weather conditions
Features
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Cyclono gives you accurate wind forecast for thousands of marine spots worldwide. Check wind speed, direction and temperature for the next 48 hours — and measure real wind speed on the spot using only your smartphone. Cyclono is designed for surfers, kiters, windsurfers, sailors and anyone who depends on reliable wind data. FEATURES Measure wind without a wind meter • Use your smartphone as a wind speed sensor • Point the phone’s microphone against the wind • Cyclono detects wind speed based on sound levels • No external devices required Accurate 48-hour wind forecast • Detailed wind speed and direction • Air temperature and weather conditions • High-precision global coverage for marine spots Global spot map • Thousands of wind and surf spots worldwide • Search, navigate and explore new locations • Request new spots if something is missing Favorites & smart wind alerts • Save your favorite spots • Get push notifications about strong wind • Set custom thresholds (e.g., only above 8 m/s) Plan your perfect session Whether you surf, sail or enjoy any wind-driven activity, Cyclono helps you be in the right place at the right time. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Cyclono offers two auto-renewing subscription options: $1.99 per month $13.99 per year These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before current period ends. You can go to your iTunes Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Read the terms and conditions here - https://ostasoft.com/wind/terms Read the privacy policy here - https://ostasoft.com/wind/policy

About

Windy Anemometer

This app connects to external wireless sensors to measure wind speed, direction, and air temperature. It provides real-time data, historical graphs, and customizable alarms for various wind conditions.

Highlights
  • Wind speed measurement (current, average, max)
  • Wind direction tracking
  • Air temperature and windchill
  • Graphical and sound alarms
  • History graphs
  • Data logging
Features
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Windy Anemometer use external Navis wireless sensors to measure wind speed, direction and air temperature. Compatible sensors: WINDY B/S, WINDY B/SD, WINDY FB Features: - current, average and maximum wind speed - wind direction - air temperature - windchill - graphical and sound alarm - history graphs - logging data to internal memory - sending data to Navis LIVEDATA web interface Don't have Navis wind sesnsors yet? Get them at http://www.navis-anemometers.com

Screenshots

Cyclono4 screens
Windy Anemometer2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cyclono at 67% against Windy Anemometer's 14%. Cyclono also leads on rating (4.2 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). Windy Anemometer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. Cyclono sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Windy Anemometer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cyclono holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cyclono has 26 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Cyclono's written reviews are positive against 14% of Windy Anemometer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cyclono ships an update every 2 months, Windy Anemometer every 9 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Cyclono versus Windy Anemometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCyclonoWindy Anemometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (26 ratings) — better1.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better14.3% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIlya OstashkovMiha Korosec

Customer experience

Cyclono

All ratings26 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

Windy Anemometer

All ratings4 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Cyclono

Subscriptions2
  • Cyclono - Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • Cyclono - Annual subscription$13.991 Year
One-time2
  • Cyclono - Add your spot$6.99
  • Cyclono Pro - Forever$33.99
None

Windy Anemometer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cyclono free?
Cyclono is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Windy Anemometer free?
Windy Anemometer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cyclono or Windy Anemometer?
Cyclono is rated higher. Cyclono averages 4.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Windy Anemometer averages 1.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Cyclono or Windy Anemometer have ads?
Cyclono shows ads; Windy Anemometer does not.
Which is updated more often, Cyclono or Windy Anemometer?
Cyclono ships an update every 2 months, and Windy Anemometer every 9 months. Most recently, Cyclono was updated on October 29, 2026 and Windy Anemometer on October 29, 2026.

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